Lira City, October 18, 2025 – In a heartfelt dedication prayer ceremony brimming with hope and resolve, Day Light Nursery and Primary School in Boroboro, Lira City East Division, rallied its Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) candidates and their families today.
The event, held on October 18, 2025, served as both a spiritual send-off and a clarion call for academic excellence, community support, and ethical integrity in the face of impending national exams.
Headteacher Santos Angol opened the proceedings with a stirring address, highlighting the school’s robust performance and the collective journey ahead. “Day Light has 56 dedicated candidates,” Angol announced, “and we’ve welcomed an additional 59 from other institutions, swelling our ranks to 110 strong.” He pointed to recent mock exams as a beacon of promise, where 42 of the school’s own candidates clinched first-grade passes, with the remainder securing solid second-grade results.
Gratitude flowed freely as Angol lauded parents for entrusting their children to the school. Yet, his tone sharpened with a stern warning: “Beware of imposters peddling ‘real’ PLE papers—they are frauds preying on our fears. Report them immediately to protect our children.” He further implored guardians to keep pupils healthy during the exam period, emphasizing vigilance against minor illnesses that could derail focus. In closing, Angol invoked faith as the ultimate anchor: “Stay faithful, candidates; success follows those who trust in God’s gifts and remain laser-focused.”
Echoing this sentiment, parents’ representative Daniel Orwa championed Day Light as a pinnacle of educational excellence in Lira City. “Choose Day Light above all others—it’s among the best performers,” Orwa declared, urging families to prioritize the institution. Turning to the candidates, he demystified the exams: “This isn’t new territory, and it’s far from impossible. We expect top-tier results from you.” Drawing from Proverbs, Orwa quoted, “As a man thinketh, so is he,” underscoring the power of mindset in achievement.
Orwa praised the school’s management for its “vibrant” role in molding young minds, though he candidly addressed financial hurdles: “Parental contributions have sometimes lagged, straining our progress.” He reserved special acclaim for the directors, whom he described as paragons of simplicity and humility—”they live modestly and never boast.” A thunderous applause erupted at his nod to the teachers: “They deserve the community’s heartfelt thanks for sculpting our children’s futures.”
The discourse took a poignant turn as Orwa highlighted the ongoing teachers’ industrial action, lamenting systemic inequities. “Primary educators are overlooked while secondary science teachers see salary boosts—arts instructors and primary staff are sidelined entirely,” he said, calling for broader recognition of frontline educators.
PTA Chairman Jimmy Ojok reinforced the theme of shared responsibility, pressing parents on timely fee payments. “Delays in clearance hinder your child’s learning—let’s commit to punctuality,” he advised. To the candidates, Ojok’s message was motivational: “Work diligently, and excellence will follow.”
Chairman of the School Management Committee, Isaac Ogwal, wove education into the fabric of empowerment. “Education is the key—unlock your children’s potential without hesitation,” he urged. Commending the faculty’s “tremendous job,” Ogwal stressed collaboration among all stakeholders and cautioned parents against letting candidates drift into unguided peer groups during the vacation period.
The School Director, exuding quiet confidence, affirmed the candidates’ readiness: “They are well-prepared and could sit for the PLE anytime now.” He extended deep thanks to parents for their steadfast support in fee clearances and beseeched continued prayers for the young scholars.
Capping the event with authoritative endorsement, Lira City Schools Inspector Ogwok Samuel Brown hailed Day Light as a private-sector powerhouse. “You’ve partnered tirelessly with authorities, boosting employment, instilling moral values, and grounding education in the fear of the Lord—the true beginning of wisdom,” Brown stated. He spotlighted the school’s holistic approach, from prioritizing education and sports to extracurriculars and the promotion of Lango culture. In a firm finale, Brown echoed the anti-malpractice refrain: “Parents, teachers, and candidates—steer clear of exam cheating; integrity is our legacy.”
As the sun set over Boroboro, the dedication prayer left an indelible mark: a united front poised for triumph. With exams on the horizon, Day Light Nursery and Primary School stands as a testament to faith-fueled education in Uganda’s heartland, reminding all that true success blooms from roots of discipline, community, and divine trust.
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