Siniya Day 2024

Restoration Of A Legacy We All Cherish

The excitement is building as Kigezi College Butobere, affectionately known as Siniya, prepares to welcome back its cherished annual Homecoming event—Siniya Day. This prestigious boys’ school in Kabale Municipality, established in 1957, has a proud tradition of academic excellence and character development. Organized by The Siniya Alumni Forum an Old Boys’ Association, which succeeded Siniya Old Boys’ Association (SOBA) in 2011, Siniya Day has become a cornerstone event for the school community. This year, on Saturday, 28th September 2024, the focus of Siniya Day will be on the Siniya Academic Fund—an initiative of the Kigezi College Butobere Board of Governors aimed at significantly enhancing academic performance and ensuring the school’s financial stability.

Overview of The Siniya Academic Fund Project: (Expand to View Content)

Kigezi College Butobere has faced significant challenges in recent years, grappling with declining student numbers and poor academic performance. These issues have been attributed to factors such as indiscipline and inadequate funding for essential academic and administrative costs. Recognizing these challenges, the Board of Governors developed the Siniya Academic Fund, a strategic initiative to revitalize the school by engaging the support of Old Boys, well-wishers, corporate bodies, organizations, and the government.

The Siniya Academic Fund aims to sponsor bright students over a two-year period, from January 2024 to December 2025. The program will benefit eighty students in Senior 3, 4, 5, and 6. The distribution of beneficiaries is as follows:

Senior 3: 20 beneficiaries
Senior 4: 20 beneficiaries
Senior 5: 20 beneficiaries
Senior 6: 20 beneficiaries

The average school fees per term for each student is Uganda shillings six hundred thousand (UGX 600,000) only. This implies that we shall have 80 students, also called beneficiaries, paying UGX 600,000 per term (an academic year has 3 terms) for two years, resulting in a total of UGX 288,800,000 (Two hundred eighty-eight million, eight hundred thousand shillings). This money will come from 120 committed well-wishers who will voluntarily contribute UGX 100,000 per month for 24 months, totalling UGX 12,000,000 per month, which will be deposited in the dedicated school Stanbic Bank Account.
Bank Account Name: Kigezi College Butobere
Bank Account No: 9030005619644
Bank: Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited
Bank Branch: Kabale Branch

We are targeting over 250 people, including corporate organisations and institutions, to help us raise this Academic Fund in order to break even and manage the operating costs of the project. Those who consent to this noble cause will be given timely accountability and will always be consulted for any supportive ideas for the success of this project.

Academic Requirements:

O-LEVEL:
Continuing students must obtain an average of 75% in the best eight subjects.
New students must sit an interview and score an average of 75% to join S.3 or S.4.

A-LEVEL:
Students must score at least 8-32 aggregates to join S.5 or maintain an average of 14 points in A-Level termly.
New students must sit an interview set by teachers at Kigezi College Butobere and score at least 14 points to be admitted to the scholarship fund.

A committee of five donors will manage the fund, approving disbursements termly and determining the rules of payment. An interview panel of teachers, set up by the committee, will interview students and submit the approved list to the fund management committee. The Board of Governors will oversee these committees to ensure transparency, accountability, and successful execution of the scholarship program.

Event Highlights:

The event normally begins the evening before with Bull roasting for students and the event is officially opened featuring a guided tour of The only Siniya followed by entertainment by amazingly talented students, then speeches by distinguished guests, including school administrators, prominent alumni, and members of the Board of Governors. The opening address will highlight the significance of the Siniya Academic Fund and its role in shaping the future of Kigezi College Butobere.

Football Match:
A Friendly football match will be organized to showcase the physical prowess and camaraderie of the Kigezi College Butobere Alumni as they battle it out with the current students’ team, fostering a spirit of healthy competition and teamwork.

Cultural Performances:
The vibrant cultural heritage of Kigezi and Uganda at large will be showcased through traditional dances, songs, and performances. These cultural exhibitions will celebrate the diversity and unity of the Kigezi College Butobere community.

Alumni Networking:
Siniya Day provides a unique opportunity for alumni to reconnect and network. Class reunions, mentorship sessions, and career guidance workshops will enable alumni to share their experiences, offer advice, and provide support to current students, fostering lifelong connections and mentorship.

Fundraising Initiative:
Central to Siniya Day 2024 is the fundraising for the Siniya Academic Fund. Various fundraising activities, including auctions, and donation drives, will be organized to support the fees for beneficiaries of the Siniya Academic Fund project. The funds raised will be instrumental in providing scholarships, improving academic resources, and ensuring the school’s financial sustainability.

Community Engagement:
Extending the festivities beyond the school grounds, Siniya Day will involve radio talk shows aired live the evening before the event on various stations in the region to mobilise the community to support the school and invite them to join the rest of the Alumni in the merrymaking underscoring the school’s commitment to making a positive impact on society.

Siniya Day 2024 promises to be a memorable event, celebrating the rich legacy and bright future of Kigezi College Butobere. As the school community comes together on September 28th, 2024, the focus on the Siniya Academic Fund highlights the collective effort to enhance academic performance and support students in need. This Homecoming celebration will not only reconnect alumni and foster a sense of brotherhood but also contribute significantly to the school’s ongoing mission of academic excellence and character development. The excitement and anticipation for Siniya Day 2024 reflect the enduring Spirit of Kigezi College Butobere and its unwavering commitment to shaping future generations. Your support for the Siniya Academic Fund will be instrumental in achieving these goals and ensuring a bright future for Kigezi College Butobere.

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