Creating sustainable educational transformation through strategic initiatives and innovative programs

Our Plans & Projects

Proposed initiatives

Mentorship/Internship Program (especially while awaiting admission, pairing students with alumni and professionals)
Life & Leadership Skills Bootcamps (public speaking, emotional intelligence, digital literacy, etc.)
Career & University Pathway Sessions (with alumni facilitators across sectors)
Monthly Student Empowerment Sessions (topics like goal setting, time management, financial literacy)

Expected Outcomes & Impact

Improved WAEC/UTME performance
Increased student motivation and clarity of future goals
Stronger alumni-student relationships
Model for other public schools in Oyo State

Our Strategic Approach

Project STAR implements a comprehensive, phased approach to educational transformation at Lagelu Grammar School. We ensure sustainable impact and continuous improvement by focusing on specific areas with measurable goals.

pHASE 1.

JSS 1 – JSS 3

Implementing mentoring programs for students
Integrating technology in English and Mathematics
Building foundational literacy and numeracy skills
Teacher training on innovative teaching methodologies
Classroom infrastructure improvements
Student engagement initiatives
PHASE 2.

SSS 1 – SSS 3

Expanding successful strategies from Phase 1
Advanced application of skills in diverse subjects
Career and tertiary education preparation
Technology integration across all subjects
Leadership development programs
Community and industry partnerships

Cross-School Collaboration

A key aspect of our strategy is breaking down silos between the Junior Secondary School (JSS) and Senior Secondary School (SSS) to create a seamless educational journey for students.

01

Curriculum Alignment

Coordinating curriculum content and teaching methodologies between JSS and SSS to ensure smooth transitions for students.

02

Professional Development

Joint training sessions for teachers from both schools to share best practices and innovative teaching approaches.

03

Shared Success Metrics

Unified performance indicators and assessment methods to track student progress throughout their secondary education.

04

Cross-School Mentoring

Creating opportunities for SSS teachers to mentor JSS teachers, and for older students to guide younger ones.

Current Projects

Literacy Enhancement Program

Our flagship initiative focuses on improving basic literacy skills for JSS1 students. Starting with a baseline of just 10% literacy in January 2025, we’ve already increased rates to 35% in just three months through innovative teaching methods, technology integration, and local language support.

 35% Current literacy rate
 80% Target by Sept 2025
 55% Target by June 2025

Key Components: Phonics instruction, vocabulary building, reading comprehension, Yoruba language integration, peer learning groups

JSS3 Roof Repairs

Critical infrastructure project to repair the roof at JSS3, ensuring a safe and conducive learning environment for students. This project must be completed by March 2026 to accommodate students moving to JSS2 in September.

 ₦24M Estimated cost
 ₦12M Target from alumni/donors
 ₦12M Target from government

Current Status: MoU with Oyo State Government pending signature, alternative cost-effective approaches being explored to potentially reduce the overall budget

Technology Integration

Equipping classrooms with digital learning tools to enhance teaching methodologies and student engagement. We’ve already provided essential equipment to support technology-enhanced learning in JSS1 classrooms.

 3 Laptops provided
 1 Tablet provided
 3 Projectors installed
 3 Bluetooth speakers

Current Status: MoU with Oyo State Government pending signature, alternative cost-effective approaches being explored to reduce the overall budget potentially

Teacher Support & Training

Comprehensive professional development program for teachers focusing on innovative teaching methodologies, technology integration, and effective classroom management. We’ve already conducted pre-resumption training sessions on strategic school leadership and experiential learning.

 5 Teachers trained
 2 Volunteers onboarded
 2 English, 1 Math specialists

Impact: Reduced teacher-to-student ratio from 1:80 to 1:40, increased classroom engagement, improved teaching quality

Comprehensive Mentoring Program

Development of a structured mentoring framework that connects teachers, students, and external professionals in a supportive network to enhance learning outcomes and professional growth.

 4 Mentoring layers
 Peer-to-peer support
Cross-school integration item

Program Elements: Strategic oversight layer, Department layer collaboration, Implementation layer, Student layer with clear learning pathways

Project Timeline

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August 1, 2024

Initial Engagement

Project STAR began initial discussions and assessments at Lagelu Grammar School to identify key areas for intervention and support.

August 1, 2024
November 1, 2024

Program Launch

Official launch of Project STAR initiatives, beginning with classroom branding, teacher training, and initial technology deployment in JSS1 classrooms.

November 1, 2024
January 1, 2025

Literacy Program Implementation

Baseline assessment revealed 10% literacy rates among JSS1 students. Comprehensive literacy enhancement program implemented.

January 1, 2025
April 1, 2025

Digital Skills Training

Planned launch of digital skills training for teachers to enhance technology integration in classrooms.

April 1, 2025
June 1, 2025

Summer School Program

Intensive summer school program for students on holiday, just before they resume JSS2, to reinforce literacy and numeracy skills.

June 1, 2025
September 1, 2025

Phase 1 Expansion

Expansion of successful programs to JSS2 students with continued support for advancing JSS1 students.

September 1, 2025
March 1, 2026

JSS3 Roof Repair Completion

Target date for completing the critical roof repairs at JSS3 to accommodate students moving to JSS2 in September.

March 1, 2026
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