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P.O. BOX 2028 TEL: 05722715 KISUMU
SCHOOL MOTTO
Knowledge Is Power
Strategic Plan
2015-2019
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SCHOOL FACT SHEET
Physical Address P.O. Box 2028 – 40100 Kisumu
Kisumu-Nairobi Road,
Close to Nyalenda Ring Road
Telephone +254 (0)5722715 /
E-mail lionshigh@yahoo.com
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Zone Nyangeta
Sub-County Kisumu Central
County Kisumu
School Status Public Day Mixed School
Registration No. GP/A/5025/2007
Approved Streams
Current Streams 4 Streams
Existing Capacity
Current Enrolment 865
Management Board of Management and Parents Association
Current School Motto Knowledge Is Power
Current Vision Quality education for self-reliance and sustainable
prosperity
Current Mission To impart knowledge for self-discipline, sound academic
background and future development
Current Core Values Quality education; Effective service delivery; Integrity
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Lions High School Kisumu is a school
with great potential in this region. All
our staff and students affirm the fact
that they see a lot of room for major
improvements in the schools overall
performance. It is in the light of this
realization that in August 2014 we
embarked on a journey to strategize
on better ways of managing our
school in order to offer the best
academic standards towards
producing good results.
I wish to mention with great appreciation the active participation of the members of
the Board of Management (BOM), Parents Association (PA) in the running of our
school. I acknowledge with gratitude the keenness and passion they have displayed
in supporting the process of developing this strategic plan. I also want to appreciate
the great sacrifice in form of time and skills, the services and commitment our
teachers, non-teachers and students representatives gave in producing this strategic
plan.
Of special mention and acknowledgment is the part played by … [Madam Principle,
feel at liberty to mention all those you wish to acknowledge …]
I am very proud and full of gratitude and trust in God that with this strategic plan,
Lions High School Kisumu is boldly with confidence, moving towards the level of
excellence that is captured in the spirit of this document as encapsulated in our
vision, mission, goal and core values.
It is my conviction that on the basis of this strategic plan, which has clearly mapped
out the schools areas of focus for the next five years, that we are on a firm footing as
the schools management to play our coordinating role in policy, planning,
monitoring and evaluation and in contributing towards a competitive and successful
school producing high quality students ready to for admission to any institution of
higher learning nationally and globally.
Mrs. Penina Oketch
PRINCIPAL
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FOREWORD
Lions High School Kisumu has taken a courageous and
bold step of developing a strategic plan that will guide
its operations for the period 2014-2019. As we strive to
establish ourselves into a respectable status, both in
standard and management, we are very conscious of the
need to focus our efforts towards excellent academic
performance.
So far, the school has shown indications of great
potential in growth despite a number of setbacks. During
the situational, SWOT and PESTEL analysis carried out
during our strategic planning process, it was evident that
the future successful implementation of this plan is ultimate in achieving our goals.
The pattern of growth and development of Lions High School Kisumu needs to be
orderly in order to achieve our goal and realize our efforts. We will need to take
advantage of emerging opportunities and capitalize on all conceivable advantages to
better our school in order to emerge best in this region.
May I take this opportunity to thank all representatives of the stakeholders who have
made the development of this strategic plan successful. In pursuit of the noble objectives
set out here, I would like to emphasize the need for team spirit more than ever, as we
endeavour to move forward with our plans. I believe that each one of us will be able to
utilize their unique contributions in realizing our dreams.
I recognize the tremendous task ahead of us and I am well aware of the need for all of us
to work together, enlisting any support that may be accorded to us by our alumni,
friends and well-wishers to support all the activities outlined in our plan.
Thank you all in your endeavours.
Lion Damji P. Mandavia
BOM CHAIRMAN
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WORD FROM THE PTA CHAIRMAN
Our central goal of education in Lions High School
Kisumu is that all students graduate from high school
ready for college, career, citizenship, and life. Many of
our students in the community do not graduate from
high school with the education that our county
demands. If we are not ready for the challenges and
opportunities ahead, then our children cannot be. If
our children are not ready, then they – and we – are
destined to miss the great potential promises of the
future. It will take all the BOG, PA, Teachers and
school Principal and other educational stakeholders
working together to meet the urgent challenge of educating students for the next 5
years.
We can build on the strengths we have in our school and ensure that all Lions’
students leave the educational system ready to compete with their counterparts
across the country for their place in the rapidly evolving national economy. Once
more they must graduate from high school ready for college, career, citizenship and
life. I would not forget to mention DISCIPLINE. Discipline is paramount in its 4
corners in our Lions High School Kisumu: Namely,
1. Discipline in Parents the backbone of the school. They must make sure that
the children are in school learning by paying school fee in time and by
monitoring.
2. Discipline in Management. BOM, PA, and Principal must all work in unity
and as a team in their day to day work.
3. Discipline in Teachers. Very vital. Set targets for syllabus coverage and mean
scores must be met.
4. Discipline in Students. Very key for their success in life. All students must
maintain high standards of discipline in the school.
Finally I would like to express my sincere thanks to the entire team who worked
tirelessly to come up with this beautiful STRATEGIC PLAN FOR CHANGE. Please
let us all adopt and support it in order to realize the change we want 2020.
Stephen Tom Agola
PARENTS ASSOCIATION CHAIRMAN 2014
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BACKGROUND
Lions High School was founded in 1980 by Lions Club of Kisumu and Municipal
Council of Kisumu. The school started as a single stream school of 40 students but
has expanded to a four stream school with a student population of 865 (458 boys and
407 girls). The school is sponsored by the Lions Club Kisumu Host. The Board of
Management (BOM) is chaired by Lion Damji P. Mandavia who has been the
chairman since the inception of the school. The Parents Teachers Association (PTA)
chairman is Mr. Stephen Agolla. The school has 38 TSC teachers, 7 BOM teachers
and 24 support staff. The school has adequate infrastructure and has just completed
a modern administration block that is housing the Principal’s office, Staffroom,
various departments, Computer lab, and yet to be furnished Library. The school
offers O’Level education under the 8-4-4 curriculum.
The school has had eleven heads since establishment as follows:
1980 - 1981 Mr. Andrew Olewe
1981 – 1986 Mrs. Margaret Mandina
1986 – 1990 Mrs. Herine Odhiambo
1990 – 1991 Ag. L. L. Muma
1991 – 1991 Mr. N. C. Ndolo
1991 – 1992 Mrs. Margaret Ojuando
1992 – 1994 Mr. James O. Adera
1994 – 2001 Mr. John O. Kosome
2001 – 2003 Mrs. Margaret Otieno
2003 – 2004 Mrs. Benter Aketch
2004 – To-date Mrs. Penina Oketch
Likewise and school management, Lions High School Kisumu has had the following
at the helm:
BOG Chairpersons:
Kindly fill for me this section
PTA Chairpersons:
1984 – 1988 Mrs. Onyango Mary
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1988 – 1989 Mr. Ogero Nashon
1989 – 1994 Mr. Pius Dache
1994 – 2006 Mr. Ocham Michael
2006 – 2008 Mr. M. O. Agumbi
2008 – 2010 Mr. Meshack Miguna
2010 – 2014 Dr. Dan Raburu
2014 To-date Mr. Stephen Agola
OVERVIEW OF THE 2015-2019 STRATEGIC PLANNING APPROACH
This Strategic Planning document is a result of an elaborate process that involved an
initial 2-day workshop held at the Hillside Hotel in Kisumu County, between 1st
and
2nd
August 2014 which brought together 73 participants including the Board of
Management (BoG), Parents Teachers Association (PTA), teachers, non-teacher staff
and student representatives and a follow-up 1-day Task Force meeting on 15th
October 2014 to fine tune the draft document. The strategic planning process
endeavours:
to determine the future direction of Lions High School Kisumu in the next five
years;
to reflect on both internal and external factors that may influence the growth of
the school;
to promote the participation and create a sense of ownership among the school
stakeholders in the management and running of the school; and,
to equip us with skills and knowledge on participatory planning and decision
making
During the process, various departments were tasked with considering the different
aspects of the school within a planning aspect to reflect an enabling environment in
determining the core objectives and activities of the plan. Several emerging issues,
trends and dynamics in the social, political and economic aspects were considered in
conformity to the needs and requirements of the school within the devolved
governance dispensation. That includes the right to basic education as outlined in
the Kenya Constitution 2010, realignment to the expectations in the National
Governments’ Vision 2030 and commitments towards the attainment of the
Country’s Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).
As a result of this process, we are very optimistic that the Strategic Plan 2015 – 2019
will enable us achieve the following:
reflect on our work and improve performance through visioning, planning
and goal setting;
to continuously map out and chart our way forward;
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to engage all stakeholders in achieving commitments to agreed upon goals
and targets;
to promote unity, cooperation and a common direction among stakeholders,
build consensus, encourage ownership and enhance teamwork;
to enable the school in responding to the changing education environment
and demands for efficient and effective service delivery;
to influence stakeholders, emerging circumstances and environment towards
a pro-active rather than reactive approach to issues;
to promote delegation of responsibility and information sharing mechanisms;
to link available resources to planned objectives and activities;
to improve problem solving through focused and productive planning in
addressing critical problems, choices and opportunities;
consolidating regular and periodic action monitoring to facilitate informed
adjustments based on emerging issues and trends to enhance transparency
and accountability.
STRATEGIC PLANNING OUTPUTS
Lions High School Kisumu is a public County mixed day secondary school
sponsored by Lions Club Kisumu Host. [Shule kutwa ya mseto ya umma inayofadhiliwa
na chama cha Lions Club Kisumu Host].
Vision:
To be the best school in Kisumu County providing quality education for self-reliance
and holistic development of the individual.
Mission:
To provide quality formal education to enable students to acquire moral values,
nurture talents, promote unity and be role models in the society.
[Kutoa elimu rasmi na bora itakayo wawezesha wanafunzi kuwa na maadili, kukuza vipawa
na kuendeleza umoja ili wawe vielelezo vyema katika jamii].
Guiding Values/principles?
We will be guided by the principles of effective management, professionalism and
unity.
Our core values are: integrity, innovativeness, patriotism, discipline and teamwork.
[Maelekezi ya uongozi wetu ni: uongozi thabiti, utaaluma na umoja.
Misingi mikuu ya maadili yetu ni uadilifu, ufaraguzi, uzalendo na utendakazi pamoja]
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SITUATIONAL ANALYSIS
The schools situational analysis was conducted in the context of a SWOT and
PESTEL in order to determine variances, gaps and explore avenues of improvement.
SWOT Analysis
Strengths Weaknesses
Benchmarking programmes
Academic workshops for teachers
Guidance and counselling programme
Diverse curriculum and co-curriculum activities
Communication through ICT
Adequate support staff
A disciplined student body
Hospitality
Democratic leadership
Spiritual programmes
Availability of water and electricity
A considerable number of teachers are examiners
Functional and competent PTM and BOM
Welfare programmes
Qualified and competent staff (permanent skilled
personnel)
Adequate learning facilities
Financial support from sponsors, parents and
guardians
IGA (fish pond; assembly hall and school bus for
hire)
Established infrastructure
Easy accessibility
Affordability
Good accounting systems
Good sanitation
Lunch programme
Deficiency of laboratory
Lack of well-equipped library and laboratory
Inadequate furniture
Lack of a school nurse
Inadequate syllabus coverage
Poor fee payment
Chronic absenteeism
Timid students
No boarding facilities in case of emergencies
Understaffing in some subjects
Peer influence
Lack of basic needs among students
Poor relations between students and teachers
Indiscipline
Inadequate teaching staff
High poverty levels
Untimely government funds
Weak procurement system
Slow integration of ICT
Lack of a proper fence
Opportunities Threats
Demand for education in urban area
Rich catchment area
Devolved funds (CDF, education bursaries, etc)
Lions Club support
Gender sensitive NGOs willing to assist especially
girls
Available support from donors/stakeholders
Strategic location - Accessibility/close proximity to
education offices
Existing talent
Democratic space for student elections
Freedom of speech
Spiritual nourishment
Government and political support
More room for IGAs
Purchase of generator
HIV/AIDS phenomena and other diseases
Orphaned students (Elaborate)
Drug and substance abuse
Insecurity (theft)
Health challenges
Noise pollution
Perception of Lions as a private school
Close proximity to the road - Road accidents, dust)
High demand for admission
Proximity of other schools
Riots
School drop out
Poverty
Pegging completion of school fees to disciplinary cases
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PESTEL Analysis
POLITICAL ECONOMICAL
Advantages Disadvantages Advantages Disadvantages
Financial support and
marketing
Government reforms
(free secondary
education, Devolved
funds – CDF, LATIF,
Bursaries)
Incitement and
interference
Banning of extra tuition
Under staffing
Legalizing use of
contraceptives
Directives (issuance of
certificates)
Student rivalry
IGAs (fish pond Poor or lack of funding
to support school
development
Endemic poverty
SOCIO-CULTURAL TECHNOLOGICAL
Advantages Disadvantages Advantages Disadvantages
Diversities of cultures,
religion
Institutional support
from Lions Clubs
Increased literacy levels
Negative peer influence
pressure from within
and outside school
Gender imbalance
Myths and
misconceptions
Danger of diseases e.g.
HIV/AIDS and
associated stigma
Indiscipline
Negative attitudes and
stereotypes
Introduction of e-
Learning
Use of ICT and available
technology
Access to information
Reduced paper work
Global learning
Wireless free
transactions
Negative exposure (e.g.
pornography)
Health hazards
IT is power dependent
Fear of using machines
Inadequate teachers/
expertise to teach/
handle ICT
ENVIRONMENTAL LEGAL
Advantages Disadvantages Advantages Disadvantages
Proximity to the road
Within Kisumu city
Availability of water,
electricity
Closer to health centers
Insecurity
Poor weather conditions
Air and sound pollution
Close proximity to social
amenities like bars,
restaurants,
Crusades, disco music
Poor sanitation
Kenya’s Constitution
guarantees the right to
education to all children
with or without physical
ability
Censorship of some
materials
Critical Success Factors:
Support by all stakeholders especially students, parents, teachers, immediate
community, BOM, County and National Government will be key in taking
advantage of the identified strengths and opportunities, as well as in tackling the
gaps, weaknesses and threats;
Adequate and consistent funding from parents, governments and stakeholders
will ensure stability in resources allocation and execution of activities;
Staff housing will enhance student-teacher contact time;
Parental and community support will be critical in monitoring student
behaviour.
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KCSE 2014: PERFORMANCE BY GENDER
PSN GENDER ENTRY A A- B+ B B- C+ C C- D+ D D- E P X Y M.S M.G
1 BOYS 113 1 3 14 15 13 26 26 10 1 1 0 0 2 1 0 7.45 C+
2 GIRLS 84 0 3 6 8 13 25 16 9 1 0 0 0 2 1 0 7.27 C+
197 1 6 20 23 26 51 42 19 2 1 0 0 4 2 0 7.37 C+
KCSE 2014: PERFORMANCE RANKING BY STREAMS
PSN GENDER ENTRY A A- B+ B B- C+ C C- D+ D D- E P X Y M.S M.G CLASS-TEACHERS
1 WINNERS 51 1 2 5 6 9 10 12 3 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 7.57 B- Nelly Alaka
2 ACHIEVERS 51 0 2 6 4 7 17 10 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7.43 C+ Nyawanda Roseline
3 CHAMPIONS 47 0 2 5 5 6 12 10 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 7.38 C+ Oreng' Henry
4 HEROES 48 0 0 4 8 4 12 9 8 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 7.09 C+ Osewe Jared
197 1 6 20 23 26 51 41 20 2 1 0 0 2 0 4 7.37 C+
KCSE 2014: UNIVERSITY ENTRY
GENDER CUT OFF A A- B+ B B- TOTALS
BOYS 60 1 3 14 15 0 33
GIRLS 58 0 3 6 8 3 20
TOTALS 1 6 20 23 3 53
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STRATEGIC / OBJECTIVE MATRICES AND LOG FRAMES
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE #1: To Improve Academic Performance of Lions High School to a Mean Score of 9.0 by 2019
STRATEGY ACTIVITY OUTCOME OUTPUTS INDICATORS
TIME FRAME
ACTORS
CRITICAL
ASSUMPTIONS2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
1.1 Timely
syllabus
completion
by July in F4
and October
for Other
Classes
Extension of
studies for F1&2 on
Sat up-to 4pm
Monitoring group
discussions
Extra lessons in
F3&4.
Form 1&2 breaking
home at 6.30pm
Builds
Confidence
More time
for revision
More
students
getting
quality
grades
Good
quality
grades
Improved
teacher/
learner
consultati
ons
% of
Students
qualifying
for direct
university
entry
Students
Subject
teachers
Parents
Support
Staff
Principal
HoDs
Students will
always be present
at School
Availability of T/L
Resources
Good transition
rate in terms of
syllabus coverage
1.2 Improve
quality of
teaching
Employ more
teachers by
Government and
BOM
Train more
teachers as KNEC
Examiners
Refresher courses
for teachers
Adequate
preparation for
lessons by teachers
Establish an
effective revision
programme
Internal/external
assessment of
teachers
Positive
Change of
Attitude in
teachers &
learners
Improved
performance
Improved
Teacher:
Student ratio
Good
guality
grades
More
students
enrolling
in elective
Subjects
Meeting
deadlines
No of
students
improving
No. of
students
qualifying
for university
Gradual
improved
Mean Score
BOM
MoE
Subject
Teachers
Availability of
qualified teachers
Adequate funds
Timely fee
payments by
parents
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STRATEGY ACTIVITY OUTCOME OUTPUTS INDICATORS
TIME FRAME
ACTORS
CRITICAL
ASSUMPTIONS2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
1.3 Enhanced
quality of
teaching and
learning
through ICT
integration
Expand the
computer
laboratory
Employ computer
studies’ teacher
Procure more
computers
Introduce
computer studies
to all learners
Expand internet
Connectivity
Increased
computer
literacy
among both
teachers and
learners
E-Learning
enhanced
Better
research
methods
Optimum
ICT
utilization
Computer
ized
systems
Comp
Lab
expanded
computeri
sed
setting &
entry of
marks
No. of
Computers
No. of
teachers and
learners
applying
computer
skills
Sponsors
BOM
PA
Staff
Students
Availability of
funds for purchase
of computers
Convenient
internet
connections
Availability of
reliable power
supply
Computers are
maintained and
software upgraded
HODs supplied
computers
1.4 Introduce
and
mainstream
a motivation
and
rewarding
system
Rewarding top 20
students per class
Engaging
motivational
speakers
Guided discussion
groups
Mentorship for
students
Positive
change in
attitude
Cohesivenes
s
Team Spirit
Positive
competition
Improved
relations
Good
quality
grades
Increased
consultati
on
Improved
performa
nce
Variation
of
awarding
Improved
discipline
among
learners
Positive
competition
Rewarding
scheme
BOM
PA
Sponsors
Principal
Teachers
Available funds to
award teachers,
non-teaching staff
and learners and
facilitate
motivational
speakers
Goodwill and
cooperation
among
stakeholders
Performance will
improve
1.5 Inculcating a
reading
culture
Construct reading
sheds
Establish a fully
functional library
within existing
facilities
Acquire adequate
library materials
Acquire relevant
Better
performance
Improved
time
management
Enhanced
discipline
Improved
self-drive
Improved
Mean
Grades
Reduced
use of
vernacula
r
speaking
High
% Quality
grades
No./type of
library
materials
Students
participating
in contests
No. of
Imm
ediat
e
BOM
PA
Librarian
Teachers
Parents
Administratio
n
Availability of
adequate reading
materials
Well-stocked and
equipped library
Willingness of the
students to read
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revision materials
Employ qualified
Assistant Librarian
Introduce debating
Introduce inter-
class contests and
joint examinations
Introduce Strategic
‘Talking Compounds’
Student
benchmarks
introduced
Scheduled
library hours
for students
demand
for more
Books
reading
sheds
STRATEGY ACTIVITY OUTCOME OUTPUTS INDICATORS
TIME FRAME
ACTORS
CRITICAL
ASSUMPTIONS2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
1.6 Introduction
of boarding
facilities for
F3 & 4
Construct and
furnish dormitories
Employ Matron
and Patron
Students
boarding
More study
time for
students
Improved
performa
nce
No. of
dormitories
No. of
students
boarding by
gender
1 Matron / 1
Patron
employed
BOM
PA
Teachers
Sponsors
MoE
High student
concentration on
studies
Increased
enrolment of
student
1.7 Comprehens
ive
Evaluation
System
introduced
and
sustained
Conduct 3 valid
and reliable exams
per term
Programmed joint
exams
Introduce holiday
assignments
Introduce frequent
quizzes
Introduce thorough
revisions of exams
Introduce script
control sheets
Exam Supervision
Fair
competition
Reliable and
valid
evaluation
of individual
students
Motivated
learners
Building
confidence
Improved
performa
nce
Reduced
level of
cheating
in exams
More
students
honourin
g their
examinati
ons
No. of
students
sitting
examinations
Short
Term
Students
Exam
Dept
Teachers
Teachers, S/Staff
and Students will
be Honest
Availability of a
Room to secure the
Exams
Goodwill from the
Administration
All eligible
students sit their
examinations
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STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE #2: To Develop New and Improve Existing Physical Infrastructure and Amenities by 2019
STRATEGY ACTIVITY OUTCOME OUTPUTS INDICATORS
TIME FRAME
ACTORS
CRITICAL
ASSUMPTIONS2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
2.1 Improve
buildings
and
amenities
Process TD Follow-up Title Deed BOM
PA
Principal
The TD is processed
ASAP
Produce a physical
Master Plan
Physical MP
developed
Architects
and
Surveyors
identified
Soft and
hardcopy
School MP
BOM
PA
Expert
Availability of funds
Support and
cooperation
stakeholders
Advertise tender
and procure
services
Float
quotation
and bids
Contracto
r
identified
Signed
contract
Site Plans
BOM
PA
Tender
Committee
Increased Government
Funding
Support from sponsors
Prompt fee payment
Construct a ultra-
modern storey
building with
various amenities
Float
quotation
and bids
Site
identified
Tender
awarded
to
qualifying
bidder
2 Additional
Science labs,
1 library,
3 Applied
rooms
1 Games
store
1 Maths
Room
1 Class room
PA
BOM
Librarian
Students
Contractor
County Government
allocation
Support from sponsors
and willing donors
Prompt fee payment
Construct staff
houses.
Float
quotation
bids
Tender
awarded
to
qualifying
bidder
2 Staff
quarters
PA
BOM
Contractor
‘’
Construct boarding
facility with a sick
bay (See 1.6)
Float
quotation
and bids’
Site
identified
Contracto
r
identified
Building ‘’ ‘’
Construct modern
dining hall with
kitchen and central
Float
quotation
and bids’
‘’ 400 capacity
seater Dining
Hall
PA
BOM
Contractor
Availability of space or
vertical construction
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store.
Construct
perimeter wall with
a second gate
Float
quotation
and bids
Perimeter
Wall
BOM
PA
Contractor
Survey report and TD
are processed
Availability of funds
Support from sponsors
Prompt fee payment
Construct
incinerator,
Bus shed
Float
quotation
and bids
Incinerator
Bus shed and
Stand
BOM
PA
Contractor
Availability of funds
and space
Support from sponsors
Prompt fee payment
Football stand Float
quotation
and bids
BOM
PA
Contractor
Availability of funds
Support from sponsors
Prompt fee payment
2.2 Improve
and upgrade
existing
infrastructure
Repair existing
infrastructure
Contractor Improved
infrastruc
ture
No. of
infrastructur
e upgraded
or renovated
P.T.A/B.O.M/
Sponsors’
Availability of funds
Support from sponsors
Prompt fee payment
Tarmac basketball
court
Contractor Contracto
r
identified
1 Basketball
Court
P.T.A/B.O.M/
Sponsors
Availability of funds
Support from sponsors
Prompt fee payment
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TIME FRAME
ACTORS
CRITICAL
ASSUMPTIONS2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
2.3 Equip
existing
infrastructur
al facilities.
Purchasing school van Float
quotation
and bids’
van BOM
PA
Sponsors
Availability of funds
Support from sponsors
Prompt fee payment
Equip library, hall, labs,
staffroom, applied
rooms, computer room
and any other.
Float
quotation
and bids’
‘’ Books, lab
equipment
,chairs, tables,
computers
,printers,
‘’ ‘’
2.4 Invest in
alternative
power
generating
sources
Purchase and install
generator
Tender and
procure
‘’ Generator BOM
PA
Sponsors
Alumni
‘’
Install solar power. ‘’ ‘’ Solar panels ‘’ ‘’
2.5 Harnessing
water
facilities
Roof and surface water
harvesting
‘’ Plumber and
carpenter
3 Tanks(surface
and
underground).
P.T.A/B.O.M/
Donors/
Students/
teachers/
Non-teaching
Staff
Availability of funds,
Goodwill and Co-
operation
Student cooperation
2.6 Identify
alternative
sources of
water
Install more water
points
‘’ ‘’ 5 Taps and 5
10,000 ltr tanks
‘’ ‘’
2.7 Improveme
nt of school
environment
Landscaping and
Aesthetics
‘’ Contractor Pavements, Trees
,Flowers
‘’ “
2.8 Improveme
nt of I.G.A.
Start poultry and Dairy
Cattle and fish pond.
Land
identified for
cow feed
2 Dairy cattle
reared
500 birds reared
2 Farm labourers
hired
Students,
Teachers ,and
B.O.M/P.T.A
Availability of funds
and space
Willingness to share
ideas
Support by
stakeholders
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STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE #3: Promote the school image and status through marketing and advocacy
STRATEGY ACTIVITY OUTCOME OUTPUTS INDICATORS
TIME FRAME
ACTORS
CRITICAL
ASSUMPTIONS2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
3.1 Develop a
marketing
and
advocacy
strategy
Promote curricular
activities
Establish school
magazine
Create
awareness
Active
website
Improved
relations
Good
performanc
e
Improved
student
confidence
No. of new
students
enrolling
No./type of
marketing
and
advocacy
campaigns
Students
Stake
holders
Parents
Teachers
Local
leaders
Adequate resources
and sports
equipment
Hiring a field coach
Carry out
community service
campaigns
Increased
enrolment
Communit
y goodwill
Improved
quality in
education
Discipline
enhanced
Students
Teachers
communit
y
Cooperation from
community
Develop a school
website and other
social media
platforms
Access to
information
Increased
computer
literacy
No.
accessing
website
Social media
campaigns
Students
teachers
Website is made
public and official
Improved feedback
and feedforward
mechanisms
Introduction of ICT
Club
Appoint
Club
Patron
Teachers
Students
Staff
Active
participation by
both teachers and
students
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STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE #4: To improve performance in extra-curriculum activities, welfare of staff and students
STRATEGY ACTIVITY OUTCOME OUTPUTS INDICATORS
TIME FRAME
ACTORS
CRITICAL
ASSUMPTIONS2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
4.1 Introduction
of indoor
games, i.e.
Purchase diverse
sports equipment
Students
engaging in
diverse
sporting
activities
Participati
on in
inter-
school
competiti
ons
No. of games
held
No./type of
sporting
equipment
none The BOM
chairman
Trained coaches
Availability of
funds
Willingness by
students
4.2 Hiring
coaches for
various
sports
Nurturing the
students talents
Active
students
participation
Participati
on in
national
and
provincial
competiti
ons
Improved
performance
in co-
curricular
activities
none teachers
students
Experienced
coaches available
Adequate
training time
Availability of
resources
4.3 Identify a
PE teacher
To train the
students
Maintain physical
fitness of the
students
Active
student
participation
Positive
attitudes
toward the
teachers
concerned
with the
games
Better
performa
nce in
inter-
school
competiti
ons
Proceeding
to higher
levels in the
competitions
now teachers
students
PE lessons
introduced from
Form 1 to 4
4.4 Initiate
annual
cultural day
Drama, music,
cultural day
Students
identify their
talents
Active
participati
on
Students
showcasing
their talents
students
teachers
support
staff
Positive interest
from actors
4.5 Improved
performance
in
extracurricul
ar activities
Active
participation in
Clubs and societies
Tours,
educational
trips
symposiums
, outreach
for the C.U.
Developi
ng talents
of the
students
The school
competes at
higher levels
i.e. national
and regionals
Club
patrons
HOD
clubs and
societies
Positive interest
from actors
Availability of
funds
Availability of
transport
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STRATEGY ACTIVITY OUTCOME OUTPUTS INDICATORS
TIME FRAME
ACTORS
CRITICAL
ASSUMPTIONS2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
4.6 Remunerati
on of non
teaching
staff
Follow government
circular and guidelines
Upgrade the support
staff accordingly
Capacity building
Hardwork
Good attitude
towards work
Active in
activities
without any
complain
Stay placed
and happy in
their work
Payment of the
staff monthly and
evenly according
to their ranks
BOM
Accounts
office
Principal
Availability of
funds
Rewarding of
higher
qualifications
Improved grades
4.7 Establish
organised
welfare
groups that
can be well
managed
Support one another in
times of difficulty and
necessity
Members are
catered for
Active
participation
from the
whole
fraternity
Contributions
and participation
All
stakehold
ers
Parents
Students
Support
staff
Teachers
Well established
funding methods
Involvement by all
stakeholders
Well established
membership
4.8 Financial
stability
Proper budget follow
up
Prompt fee payment
and prompt
government subsidy
Financially stable Confidence of
suppliers in
the school
High demand for
supply
School
administr
ation
Parents
The
governme
nt
Stake
holders
Effective collection
of fees
Adequate support
from Government
and key
stakeholders
4.9 Fees to be
paid within
the first two
terms
Parents to pay fee
promptly
Good
concentration in
class
Better
performance
in school
Prompt fee
payment directly
to the bank, post
office
Parents
Students
administr
ation
Maximum
cooperation from
parents
Proper
management sills
4.10 Introduce a
strong
students
body.
Free co-ordination
between students,
teachers and parents
Organizing open
forums
Leadership training
Improved
student
relationship
Improved
student
enrollment
Improved
performance
of the school
Better
performance
of the students
Improved
discipline
Less strikes
students
teachers
student
council
strong students
body
Full cooperation of
students
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STRATEGY ACTIVITY OUTCOME OUTPUTS INDICATORS
TIME FRAME
ACTORS
CRITICAL
ASSUMPTIONS2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
4.11 Introduction
of alumni
mentorship
programmes
Mentorship
Fundraising
School development
Bonding is
improved
between old and
current students
Improved
performance
and better
facilities
Enhanced
networking
Continuity of
school culture
Commitment of
alumni
Current
students
Administr
ation
Alumni
Proper
coordination of
actors
Alumni willingness
to join
Introduction of
functional social
media campaigns
4.12 Organizing
form fours
party
Form fours to have a
party after finishing
exams
Enhances a
stronger bond
with the school
Enhanced
future
networking
Enhancing get
togethers
Students
Teachers
Support
staff
Availability of
coordination funds
Disciplined
students
4.13 Reshuffling
of students
interns
along
streams
Be done for form 1 &2
within the third term of
the year.
Reduced rate of
indiscipline
Reduced poor
performance
Better
performance
of students.
Improved
discipline
Better
performance
Teachers
Students
Parents
Cooperation and
willingness by
students
Effective strategy in
place
4.14 Introduction
of sports
day and
annual
sporting
activities
Annual sporting and
athletics competition for
all forms
Bonding is
improved
Strong teams
emerge to
represent school
in competitions
Better
performance
in sports and
talent
development
No. of events
organized
Students
Sports
teachers
Effective use of
games times
4.15 Introduction
of science
and
engineering
fair
Annual scientific fair Active
participation in
scientific fairs
Improved
performance
in sciences
No. of fairs
organized
No. of student
participants
Improved mean
grades in science
subjects
Students
Teachers
Support
staff
Interest from actors
Funds and
resources available
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LIONS HIGH SCHOOL ESTIMATED STRATEGIC PLAN BUDGET 2015- 2019
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVE STRATEGY/ACTIVITY
ESTIMATED CUMULATIVE BUDGET
(‘000,000)/YEAR
2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
1. To Improve Academic Performance of
Lions High School to a Mean Score of
9.0 by 2018
1.1 Timely syllabus completion by July in F4 and October for Other Classes
1.2 Improve quality of teaching
1.3 Enhanced quality of teaching and learning through ICT integration
1.4 Introduce and mainstream a motivation and rewarding system
1.5 Inculcating a reading culture
1.6 Introduction of boarding facilities for F3 & 4
1.7 Comprehensive Evaluation System introduced and sustained
2 To Develop and Improve Physical
Infrastructure and Amenities by 2018
2.1 Improve buildings and amenities
2.2 Improve and upgrade existing infrastructure
2.3 Equip existing infrastructural facilities.
2.4 Invest in alternative power generating sources
2.5 Harnessing water facilities
2.6 Identify alternative sources of water
2.7 Improvement of school environment
2.8 Improvement of I.G.A.
3 Promote the school image and status
through marketing and advocacy
3.1 Develop a marketing and advocacy strategy
4 To improve performance in extra-
curriculum activities
4.1 Introduction of indoor games
4.2 Hiring coaches for various sports
4.3 Identify a PE teacher
4.4 Initiate annual cultural day
4.5 Improved performance in extracurricular activities
4.6 Remuneration of non-teaching staff
4.7 Establish organised welfare groups that can be well managed
4.8 Financial stability
4.9 Fees to be paid within the first two terms
4.10 Introduce a strong students body
4.11 Introduction of alumni mentorship programmes
4.12 Organizing form fours party
4.13 Reshuffling of students interns along streams
TOTALS
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LIONS HIGH SCHOOL KISUMU ORGANISATION STRUCTURE
P.A
PRINCIPAL
DEPUTY PRINCIPAL
SNR TEACHER 1 D.O.S SNR TEACHER 2
HOD
MATHS
BURSAR
ACCOUNTS CLERK
HEADS OF SUBJECTS CLASS CO-ORDINATORS
STUDENTS’ COUNCIL
CLASS TEACHERS
HEAD CAPTAIN
ASST. CAPTAINSUPPORT STAFF
STUDENTS
HOD
BOARDING
HOD
CAREERS
HOD
KISWAHILI
HOD
ENGLISH
HOD
CLUBS & SOCIETIES
HOD
SPORTS
HOD
APPLIED
HOD
HUMANITIES
HOD
SCIENCES
HOD
G&C
HOD
EXAMS
B.O.M
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Roles and Responsibilities:
a) Role of Sponsor
Resource mobilisation;
Networking, collaboration and partnerships with potential donors and
development agencies
.
b) Role of Board of Management (BOM)
- Ensure adequate resource mobilization, support and prudent use;
- Ensure availability of qualified and appropriate human resource;
- Ensure high level of student and staff discipline;
- Consistent assessment of schools academic performance;
- Ensure motivation of students, parents and staff;
- Sensitize other stakeholders on general school needs.
c) Role of Parents Teachers Association (PTA):
- Raise money to help both the running and the activities of the school;
- Explain the roles of the school to the community, this is how teachers and
community members come to a more harmonious relationship;
- Give their points of view to the teachers concerning academic
improvement and moral standards;
- Help head teachers and staff in maintaining effective discipline among
their students.
d) Role of Head Teacher / Principal
- Overall head of institution in collaboration with BOM;
- Serving as the accounting officer and preparation of budgets;
- Articulates, interprets and implements policy decisions concerning
training;
- Secretary to BOM;
- Overally responsible for maintenance of high teaching and learning
standards.
e) Role of Deputy Head Teacher:
- Organize and administer school curriculum and drawing of the time table;
- Assist in school finances, budgeting and records management;
- Inculcating high discipline standards in the school;
- Participatory involvement in school management;
- Manage and maintain physical resources;
- Teaching subjects of specialization;
- Any other duties assigned and/or delegated by the head teacher/Principal.
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f) Role of Heads of Department
- Preparation and efficient use of professional records;
- Determine curriculum coverage in each class;
- Maintain and update reference materials, inventories and records;
- Maintain and use records of tests and examination records;
- Coordinate the maintenance of pupil records in the department;
- Induct new members in the department;
- Stimulate interest, work morale and enthusiasm of staff in the department;
- Teaching subjects of specialization.
g) Role of Teacher
- Effective teaching of specific subjects
- Ensure access and availability of reference and learning materials to
students;
- Prepare and efficiently use the professional records;
- Make consistent follow-up on students performance;
- Stimulate interest and morale of students in learning
- Be good role model to students.
h) Role of Parent
- Provide parental, moral, emotional, spiritual and physical support to the
student;
- Provide funding and relevant support to school programmes;
- Make follow-up on students’ academic performance;
- Support school guidance and counselling programmes;
- Ensure high discipline and commitment by the student.
i) Role of Student
- Be physically present in school and actively participate in all programmes;
- Develop interest and passion in independently pursuing learning and
revision programmes for self-actualization;
- Undertake all assignments and examinations;
- Maintain healthy and interactive relations with teachers;
- Maintain high levels of discipline at home, school and within the
community;
- Participate in career. Guidance and counselling programmes.
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Groups discussions involving LEFT: BOM members and RIGHT: Non-teaching staff
Groups discussions involving LEFT: students and RIGHT: teaching staff
