PS Louis Moses Mendy graces UTGSU SSS tutorial classes
Further in his inspiring discourse, he underscored how their schooling, studies, rehearsals and the extra classes would be of their own good, helping them become great figures in the near future. He added: "Tomorrow you will not sit and say, 'Oh, he was my classmate, because this is what helps you to excel'." As the permanent secretary closely observed the proceedings of the sessions and engaged directly with the students, his presence marked valuable, inspiring and motivating both the university student volunteers offering the lessons and the high school students benefitting from them at no costs. Meanwhile, the SSS Tutorial Outreach Programme, which involves the offering of these classes by UTG student tutors, top university students for that matter, forms a part of the UTGSU's commitment to enhance educational excellence in The Gambia at all levels, especially for those heading to university from the secondary level. Through this initiative, the top university students inducted by the SU not only offer free classes but also structured academic support, mentorship and exams-oriented guidance to nurture confidence and improve academic performance, especially at the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). The programme has been progressing successfully as planned. MoBSE has not only approved but has also been supporting the initiative. Some time ago, through the PS, it presented a carton of blackboard chalks, which contained 60 packs, to enhance the programme across outreach centres and ensure its success. Reacting to PS Mendy's visit, the programme's chairperson Ebrima H. Secka, who was present at the ground and tutoring, averred in a statement: "It was truly inspiring to see the students participate actively and confidently, reaffirming the importance of creating safe spaces where young minds can learn, question and grow. "This visit is a strong reminder that even the smallest efforts can make a meaningful difference. Our commitment remains, to continue offering these free tutorials, especially to students from underprivileged backgrounds who need such opportunities the most. Together, with collective support and shared responsibility, we can keep opening doors for these young learners and shaping a brighter future for them."
Further in his inspiring discourse, he underscored how their schooling, studies, rehearsals and the extra classes would be of their own good, helping them become great figures in the near future.
He added: "Tomorrow you will not sit and say, 'Oh, he was my classmate, because this is what helps you to excel'."
As the permanent secretary closely observed the proceedings of the sessions and engaged directly with the students, his presence marked valuable, inspiring and motivating both the university student volunteers offering the lessons and the high school students benefitting from them at no costs.
Meanwhile, the SSS Tutorial Outreach Programme, which involves the offering of these classes by UTG student tutors, top university students for that matter, forms a part of the UTGSU's commitment to enhance educational excellence in The Gambia at all levels, especially for those heading to university from the secondary level.
Through this initiative, the top university students inducted by the SU not only offer free classes but also structured academic support, mentorship and exams-oriented guidance to nurture confidence and improve academic performance, especially at the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).
The programme has been progressing successfully as planned. MoBSE has not only approved but has also been supporting the initiative. Some time ago, through the PS, it presented a carton of blackboard chalks, which contained 60 packs, to enhance the programme across outreach centres and ensure its success.
Reacting to PS Mendy's visit, the programme's chairperson Ebrima H. Secka, who was present at the ground and tutoring, averred in a statement: "It was truly inspiring to see the students participate actively and confidently, reaffirming the importance of creating safe spaces where young minds can learn, question and grow.
"This visit is a strong reminder that even the smallest efforts can make a meaningful difference. Our commitment remains, to continue offering these free tutorials, especially to students from underprivileged backgrounds who need such opportunities the most. Together, with collective support and shared responsibility, we can keep opening doors for these young learners and shaping a brighter future for them."