Inadequate funds, infrastructure hamper St. Theresa’s mission to empower the girl child
She noted that most of the school staff are not on the government payroll, which adds to the financial strain.
Masindi: St. Theresa Girls’ Secondary School Nyamigisa is facing significant challenges in its long-standing mission to educate and empower the girl child, with inadequate infrastructure and limited funding topping the list.
These concerns were raised by the school’s head teacher, Sister Angella Baganizi, during a press conference held at the school over the weekend, ahead of its Golden Jubilee celebrations slated for October 1, 2025.
Founded in 1975 by the late Bishop Albert Edward Baharagate, under the Nyamigisa Catholic Parish, St. Theresa Girls’ Secondary School was established to uplift the education standards of girls and reduce illiteracy among women in the region.
Since 1985, the school has educated over 6,062 students, many of whom have gone on to serve in various leadership roles across the country.
While celebrating these milestones, Sister Baganizi expressed concern over the ongoing struggles the school faces.
“Our vision of empowering the girl child is still very much alive,” she said. “But we are constrained by inadequate classrooms and dormitories, which limit student enrollment, and lack of sufficient funds to build more infrastructure.”
She noted that most of the school staff are not on the government payroll, which adds to the financial strain.
Sister Baganizi appealed to the government, alumni, and well-wishers to support the school in addressing these challenges.
She emphasized that more support is needed to complete an ongoing UGX 2 billion infrastructure project aimed at increasing the school’s capacity and improving learning conditions.
The school’s 50th anniversary celebrations will begin with an Old Girls’ Dinner on September 30, 2025, followed by the main celebration on October 1, 2025 at the school.
The event will be held under the theme: “Thanking God for 50 Years of Excellence in Nurturing and Giving Hope to the Girl Child.”
Uganda’s Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Robina Nabbanja, is expected to be the chief guest, while the Bishop of Hoima Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Vincent Kirabo, will serve as the main celebrant.
A major highlight of the event will be a fundraising drive to mobilize resources for completing the school’s much-needed infrastructure.
Annet Atuhairwe, an alumna and current teacher at the school, echoed Sister Baganizi’s concerns, citing overcrowded classrooms and dormitories as a growing problem.
“We need the government and our old girls to step in and support this noble cause. The Jubilee should be a moment of reflection and action,” she said.
She called on all former students and community members to attend the celebrations and contribute towards the school’s development.
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