In the heart of Kisumu County, a tale of triumph and caution unfolds as secondary school principals reflect on the recent Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results.
While some institutions grapple with withheld results due to exam malpractice, others celebrate commendable performances that speak to discipline, resilience, and dedication.
At Nyabondo Boys High School in Nyakach, Principal Opanga Jared lamented the growing trend of exam irregularities, describing it as a painful setback for the education sector.
“The lack of results in some schools is a blow to our children’s future. Discipline remains the cornerstone of success, and without it, we risk losing generations to shortcuts,” he said.
Despite these challenges, Nyabondo posted a respectable mean score of 7.067, with 82% of candidates qualifying for university admission.
Echoing this concern, Dr. Miyawa Joshua, Chief Principal of Dhurdibuoro Secondary School in Sondu Miriu, pointed to the influence of technology in fueling exam malpractice.
“Social media and online networks have become tools of deception. We must confront this reality and safeguard the integrity of our examinations,” he urged.
His school, however, emerged as a beacon of excellence, recording a stellar mean score of 9.0198, with 98.01% of students securing university entry grades.
Beyond Kisumu, voices of encouragement continue to rise. At Lwak Girls High School in Siaya County, Chief Principal Roseland Shiramba offered hope to those who fell short of university grades.
“Failure is not the end. Technical and vocational institutions provide pathways to meaningful careers. Our young people must embrace these opportunities,” she advised.
Her school celebrated an impressive 90.1% university qualification rate, underscoring the power of focus and determination.
The contrasting fortunes of these schools highlight a pressing truth: while exam malpractice threatens the credibility of education, discipline and integrity remain the keys to success.
As Nyanza’s educators rally students to remain steadfast, the message is clear: academic excellence is not built on shortcuts, but on hard work, honesty, and resilience.
