March 2021 UPDATE 4

It’s been a busy week at Extra Mile as we come to the end of Spring Term. Wednesday saw the start of the end of term tests for all the students. We thank all the staff, but particularly the Examination Committee, for all their hard work in preparing and printing the tests. Now the really hard work starts. Students taking the tests and staff marking them. We hope all are rewarded with some stunning results. Good luck to you all.

Hard at work, deep in thought.

On Tuesday the Library Steering Committee were given very short notice by the Sierra Leone Library Board of their invitation to a handover ceremony of books promised. This was a national event with schools from all over the country. Our delegates, Mrs Catherine Freeman, Chief Librarian, and Mr Mohamed Tarawalie, Deputy Principal, were overwhelmed by the Board’s generosity. Because of our unique combination of school and community provision, the Board provided 48 boxes, over 1000 books, to support research and independent learning. Extra Mile is extremely appreciative of their generosity. We are also extremely appreciative of staff member, Mr Osman Sesay, for providing transport to bring the large number of boxes back to the site. Thank you to all involved.

Mrs Catherine Freeman, Chief Librarian, being presented with boxes of books

Mr Mohamed Tarawalie, Deputy Principal, receiving books

Mr Osman Sesay loading up