Akeyo Memorial Schools
(An Overview of Programs)
The AMS is a Private English-medium, Christ-centered boarding School located in the Buruti area, Rorya District, Mara Region, in Tanzania. Note that the following Schools will be operated on campus as the LORD permits.
PROPOSED DIVISIONS OF THE AKEYO MEMORIAL SCHOOLS.
[1] Akeyo Memorial Pre-Primary School: Serving students from 3-6 years old. These are our youngest Kindergarteners. This program is also known as "AM KinderCare." Preschoolers are usually ready to learn, make friends, and practice independence! We will offer your child a safe and nurturing environment to do that.
[2] Akeyo Memorial Primary School: Serving students from 1st through 4th grade. In primary school, all children will take the following subjects: Maths, English, Kiswahili, Science, Social Studies (which includes concepts from Geography, History, Civics, and Life Skills), and Bible Knowledge (mandatory for all AMS students).
[3] Akeyo Memorial Middle School: Serving students from 5th through 7th grade. Note that in grades 4 and 7, all students must take a national exam before continuing to the next level. The students' results from the class 7 National Exam determine whether they can progress to secondary school.
[4] Akeyo Memorial Secondary School: Also known as O-Level. Serving students from 8th through 12th grade. During the Ordinary Level, students will narrow their focus and choose to take a combination of subjects. For example, Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology); Arts (Geography, Kiswahili, English); and Business (Commerce and Bookkeeping). Regardless of their focus, all students will take Math, Kiswahili, and Bible Knowledge.
[5] Akeyo Memorial High School: Also known as A-Level (Advanced Level). Serving students from 13th through 14th grade. If students get high marks on their Form 4 national exam, they can attend A-Level programs for an even more narrowed focus of study. Combinations are HKL (History, Kiswahili, and English Language), HGL (History, Geography, and English Language), HGE (History, Geography, and Economics), EGM (Economics, Geography, and Math), ECA (Economics, Commerce, and Accountancy), PCB (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology), PCM (Physics, Chemistry, and Math), and PGM (Physics, Geography, and Math). Following A-Levels, students may apply for a university to earn their degree.
AKEYO MEMORIAL SCHOOLS: ON-CAMPUS EXTRAS.
[1] Library: AMS will have a 10,000+ volume library, including many resource materials, fiction and non-fiction books, and numerous audio-visual materials. Overseen by our full-time librarian, the entire collection will be accessible via a computer cataloging system that includes an automated procedure for checking out and tracking books.
[2] Computer Labs: There will be numerous programs that further enhance math and language skills. In addition, students will have an opportunity to learn keyboarding skills and software applications as they become more prepared for today's world of technology. The goal is to have all students at AMS access a fully equipped computer lab, complete with filtered internet access, overseen by our qualified computer teacher/ technician.
[3] Art: At AMS, there will be art education classes for all Pre Schoolers and Primary students that include color, line, shape, texture, and much more. Students work on art projects that develop their artists' skills in each grade.
[4] Laboratory: At AMS, we believe that laboratory science experiences are critical to the learning process across all areas of study, beginning with kindergarten and continuing through post-secondary education. For example, students will safely and directly investigate chemical properties and reactions during hands-on chemistry activities, utilizing laboratory apparatus and instruments.
[5] Music: At AMS, we believe that Music is a vital subject for all children to learn. Music education improves and develops language skills in children. Music stimulates the brain, and with its varied sounds and lyrics, students are exposed to a large amount of vocabulary in a short amount of time. There will be Music subjects will be incorporated into the Curriculum. Also, there will be a School Choir, where students can both exhibit their talents and praise God simultaneously.
[6] Workshop (Optional): Only for those interested, primarily high schoolers. Here, students will learn simple skills such as safely using hand tools, power tools, woodworking machinery, etc.
[7] Field Trips: Field trips often serve as a powerful motivator for students, stirring up excitement as the trip nears. Field trips are considered educational tools at AMS to connect students to classroom concepts. During these trips, teachers will get out of the classrooms and have an opportunity to cultivate their experiences.
[8] Physical Education: The AMS philosophy of physical education begins with the acknowledgment that our bodies are the temples of the Holy Spirit (1 Cor. 6:19). Therefore, we will teach our students the importance of maintaining themselves in the same condition in which God created them. This will be accomplished by guiding students to understand their bodies and learning to take care of them.
The AMS sees physical education as an essential part of the overall Curriculum. The PE department will allow students to learn about their bodies and physical activities, develop psychomotor skills, appreciate fitness and recreational activities, and develop social skills (character traits) through friendly competition.
Other activities will include but are not limited to daily exercise, jogging, football, basketball, hockey, kickball, soccer, baseball, athletic competition. Note: The additional information will be provided during admission in the Physical Education Handbook.
[9] NEWSTART Program: This is a physician monitored, scientifically researched lifestyle change program based on eight fundamental principles proven to help you achieve optimum health: Nutrition, Exercise, Water, Sunlight, Temperance, Air, Rest, and Trust in God.
[10] Campus Spirituality: As indicated in the School Logo, we believe in one God, Creator of heaven and Earth (Gen 1:1). We believe that without God, we can accomplish nothing (see our Motto). Thus, the School Chaplin will lead services, and God's name shall be proclaimed daily on this campus. Everybody (teachers, students) shall be required to attend church services. A School chaplain, Matron, and Patron will closely work with/ report to the Headmaster for compliance about spiritual matters. The Academic Dean will incorporate Prayer, Bible Study, and fellowship into AMS weekly curriculum/ schedule.
Thank you for your continued interest and support for the Akeyo Memorial Schools. May God Bless you!
