
Message From The Head Of School
July 9, 2024
Dear Acorns Family,
As the 2023-24 academic year draws to a close, we find ourselves reflecting on an array of significant milestones and achievements that have defined this exceptional period for our community:
- This year has been monumental, highlighted by our prestigious International School Award and CIS accreditation. These accolades are a testament to our unwavering commitment to educational excellence and global standards.
- In our continuous quest for improvement, we’ve undertaken an extensive exercise to refine our Vision, Mission, and Core Values, ensuring they resonate with our evolving aspirations. The winners were awarded their prizes during the final week of the school year.
- We celebrate the outstanding accomplishment of our 20 students who received the Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, demonstrating remarkable dedication, resilience, and leadership.
- Our pilot student-teacher exchange programme between three Acorns Schools has been a tremendous success, enriching the educational experience for both participants and our wider community.
- We are immensely proud of our 13 graduating candidates who have all received admission letters from esteemed universities worldwide, marking the beginning of their promising futures.
- The expansion of our campuses from Lubowa to Gulu signifies a major milestone, allowing us to extend our educational philosophy and community impact to new regions.
- Our excellent implementation of all calendared events underscores the hard work, commitment, and enthusiasm of our staff, students, and families, making this academic year truly action-packed and a landmark in Acorns’ history.
Looking ahead, we are excited about the enhancements planned for the upcoming year. With a fresh new look on our website, logo, and uniforms, we anticipate more dynamic changes including revised school timings, enhanced math and language programs, and a stronger focus on our students’ social habits and the well-being of the entire community.
In addition to the global concerns over heat and climate change, Acorns has faced its own set of challenges including disciplinary issues and health grievances. My biggest challenge has been unifying our three Acorns schools into one cohesive community. However, I am extremely proud to report that the Acorns community—students, parents, staff, HoDs, and Board—has shown extraordinary resilience, thoughtfulness, and fairness in facing these challenges.
Thank you all for being an integral part of the making of ACORNS. Your support and dedication have been pivotal in making this year a success. I hope you all have a wonderful holiday and enjoy quality time with your families.