By Monica Nashon
Getare Girls Secondary School has appealed for additional support to strengthen its Information and Communication Technology (ICT) programme after receiving two refurbished computers donated by American philanthropist Larissa Reid.
School Principal Josca Onwong’a welcomed the donation, describing it as a significant step towards enhancing digital learning, but noted that the institution still faces a shortage of computers needed to effectively implement the Competency-Based Education (CBE) curriculum.
“This is a beautiful start and we thank God for His mercy. These two computers are a great milestone, but we still need more support because our students need practical experience,” she said.
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According to the principal, the school currently has 15 Grade 10 students who require hands-on computer training, making the need for additional equipment urgent.
“If we were to fully meet the needs of our Grade 10 class, we would require at least 15 computers so that each student can have one-on-one practical lessons,” she added.
Humanitarian Ambassador Dominic Obadiah said the donation was inspired by Reid’s recent visit to the school, where she interacted with learners and sponsored several students.
“Larissa visited this school three days ago, sponsored some girls, and after seeing the school, she decided to donate two computers. We will continue supporting our girls and ensuring they have better learning opportunities,” he said.
Obadiah revealed that the initiative would also benefit another institution, with two refurbished computers set to be delivered to Sekanani Girls Secondary School in Narok County.
“We are also taking two refurbished computers to Sekanani Girls in Narok County, one of the schools affected by FGM and early marriages,” he noted.
Dean Evans Mogaka praised the donors for their support, saying the equipment would greatly improve students’ computer literacy and digital skills.
“I am very much delighted to thank the donors for supporting us. Our girls have been struggling in terms of computer literacy, and this support has come at the right time,” he said.
Students also expressed gratitude, promising to make the most of the opportunity.
“On behalf of my fellow students, I say thank you to the donor. We will work extra hard so that we do not let the school down,” said Form Three student Ruth Gekunde.
Grade 10 student Hope Kerubo said the computers would equip learners with essential digital skills before they join higher institutions of learning.
“I want to thank you because now we will know how to use computers before going to university,” she said.
