Glisten Pre & Primary School in Simanjiro District, Manyara Region, has pledged to strengthen academic performance while nurturing pupils’ talents and character as it prepares them for the next stages of their education.
The commitment was announced by the school’s headteacher, Denis Costantin, during its sixth graduation ceremony, at which 60 pupils graduated ahead of joining secondary school in 2027.
Mr Costantin said the school had recorded good academic results at district, regional and national levels, expressing confidence in its ability to sustain the performance through continued investment in teaching and learning.
“We believe quality education is not only about achieving good grades but also about building good character. That is why we encourage our pupils to embrace respect, honesty, hard work, responsibility and cooperation,” he said.
The school has an enrolment of 628 pupils, with Mr Costantin saying its approach extends beyond classroom instruction to preparing children to become responsible citizens and future leaders.
He said pupils were also encouraged to participate in sports, arts, singing and community activities to help them discover and develop their talents.
School manager Justice Justin Nyari urged the graduates to maintain discipline and choose their friends carefully as they prepare to transition to secondary education.
He said the values instilled during their time at Glisten would remain important as they faced new academic and social challenges.
Mr Nyari wished the graduates success in their next stage of education, encouraging them to remain focused on their studies and uphold the standards they had demonstrated at the school.
The guest of honour, Tanzania Electric Supply Company (Tanesco) manager for Mirerani District, engineer Mulam Chomola, commended the teachers for their contribution to pupils’ academic development.
Eng Chomola said the school had established a reputation for providing quality education, adding that he had two grandchildren enrolled there.
The ceremony also provided an opportunity for graduates to share their career ambitions and acknowledge the role played by their teachers in shaping their aspirations.
John Toima Makeseni, one of the graduates, said he aspired to become a doctor and thanked his teachers for guiding him throughout his seven years at the school.
Nathan Innocent Vitalis said he intended to work hard in secondary school and continue to university before pursuing his ambition of becoming a pilot.
Another graduate, Bless Nelson Ringo, said he was determined to advance his education and eventually become a doctor.
The school’s emphasis on academic achievement, discipline and talent development reflects its broader ambition to prepare pupils not only for further education but also for future professional and social responsibilities.