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Class of 2024

Graduation Ceremony

GraduationDecember 15, 2024

Celebrating Excellence: Class of 2024 Sendoff Ceremony

St. Augustine's Senior Secondary School proudly celebrated the achievements of 150 graduating students in a memorable sendoff ceremony. The Class of 2024 demonstrated exceptional academic performance with 95% of students achieving distinction in their WASSCE examinations.

Principal Mr. Victor Anks delivered an inspiring address, encouraging graduates to remain ambassadors of the school's values as they pursue higher education and career opportunities. The ceremony featured awards for academic excellence, leadership, and community service.

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Student Leadership

Student LifeNovember 28, 2024

Student Council Coronation Ceremony 2024-2025

The annual Student Council Coronation ceremony was held with great pomp and ceremony as newly elected student leaders were officially inducted. The event showcased our commitment to democratic governance and student participation in school leadership.

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Achievement

AcademicDecember 10, 2024

Outstanding WASSCE Results for 2024

St. Augustine's students achieved remarkable results in the 2024 WASSCE examinations with 95% pass rate and 78% of students obtaining distinctions. The school ranked among the top 5 performing schools in The Gambia.

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Infrastructure

DevelopmentDecember 5, 2024

New Science Laboratory Complex Opens

The school inaugurated a state-of-the-art science laboratory complex, featuring modern equipment for physics, chemistry, and biology practical sessions. The facility was made possible through generous donations from alumni and development partners.

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Sports

SportsNovember 10, 2024

Football Team Wins Regional Championship

Our school football team has won the Regional Schools Championship for the third consecutive year, defeating five other schools in the tournament. The team showed exceptional teamwork and sportsmanship throughout the competition.

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Community

CommunityNovember 15, 2024

Students Lead Community Clean-Up Initiative

Our students organized a community clean-up initiative in collaboration with local authorities, demonstrating their commitment to environmental stewardship and community service. Over 200 students participated in the weekend activity.

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Recognition

StaffNovember 20, 2024

Teacher Wins National Excellence Award

Mrs. Aminata Sowe, our Head of Sciences, has been awarded the National Teacher Excellence Award for her outstanding contribution to science education. She has been with the school for over 15 years and has mentored hundreds of students.

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Upcoming Events

Parent-Teacher Conference

January 15, 2025

Annual meeting to discuss student progress and academic planning.

Science Fair

February 10, 2025

Students showcase innovative science projects and experiments.

Inter-House Sports

March 5-7, 2025

Annual sports competition between school houses.

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