BY CHRIS ALEX
School Principal of Toroiwango, Karl Manira is pleased to share several exciting updates on infrastructure developments and future plans that aim to enhance student welfare and educational quality.
“We are happy to report that the new Girls’ Toilet Block, funded by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), is nearing completion.
“Once finalized, this essential facility will significantly improve hygiene and sanitation for our female students. A formal handover ceremony is expected to be held in the coming months,” he said.
In a major co-funded initiative, construction has begun on two new three-bedroom staff houses. This project is a partnership between the Solomon Islands-Australia Partnership, WMC, and the school.
Building materials have already arrived on-site, and initial work is well underway. The project is targeting a completion date of March 2026, with an official handover planned for June 2026. This effort aims to improve staff accommodation and support long-term teacher retention.
The school is also making significant strides in finalizing its Whole School Development Plan (WSDP) for the years 2026 to 2034.
Scheduled for submission in November 2025, the WSDP sets a bold vision to transform Toroiwango into a leading junior secondary institution in the East Arosi Region West Makira Constituency.
Based on a recent school census, the plan outlines strategic priorities in three critical areas.
-Infrastructure: Expansion of classrooms and development of specialized facilities such as a science laboratory and technical workshops.
-Technology: Introduction of a reliable solar power system and the creation of a fully equipped computer lab.
-Welfare: Upgrading staff housing and launching a boarding program to support students from remote communities and ensure equitable access to education.
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