Dear Parents and Friends,
I trust that this newsletter finds you in good spirits as we start the second half of this term. Generally, it is natural to be comfortable with a routine, but when change is required, we look at all the excuses not to disrupt those routines. An American entrepreneur, Jim Rohn, said, āIf you really want to do something, then you will find a way. If not, then you will find an excuse.ā We are also reminded that life is about change; sometimes, itās beautiful, and other times it’s not so beautiful. Continue reading…
Author: Gabriel Edeh
Dear Parents and Friends,
The half-term break is upon us, and if you are the parents of a student in residence/boarding, then I am sure that you are eager to have your treasures home, to hug them, and to find out how they are doing. This is a gentle reminder that College resumes on Monday, 28 October, with residential students arriving on Sunday, 27 October. Continue reading...
Dear Parents and Friends,
I trust that all is as well as it can be.
Here is an update on JHC matters:
- I am glad to announce that our first Coffee Morning will occur on Saturday, 12th October 2024, from 9:20 to 10:20 am in the Atrium. This is an opportunity to share and exchange information and, more importantly, to get to know each other better. I understand that some
parents cannot attend due to location or other commitments, but this is a start in the right direction. Read more….
Dear Parents and Friends,
I trust that all is well.
A quick update on JHC matters:
- The College started well, and our new students are getting used to the routines and rigours of college life. We have about 75 students registered as day scholars, and a soft reminder to parents to ensure that before they leave for home, they are ready for teaching and learning with appropriate uniforms, all gear packed and looking smart. Furthermore, please ensure they do not bring any items classed as contraband to school. Continue reading…..
Dear Parents and Friends,
I trust that this newsletter finds you well and basking in positivity.
We would like to extend a warm welcome to the 2024-2025 academic year. Today, the newest members of our JHC community, our Year 7ās, had their orientation, and again, we welcome both parents and students to our JHC family. We are excited to work together with parents to assist our children to reach their full potential and to support them in all aspects of their lives. It is critical to emphasise that both, parents and the college share responsibility for their success, and I would want to solicit your assistance in ensuring that: Continue reading…
Dear Parents and Friends,
I trust that this newsletter finds you well and in good spirits.
Assessments have been concluded for the most part, except for the Year 9 BECE examinations, which will start in early July. The Progressive Tests completed recently are online assessments for Years 7-10 students in the core subjects. These accurately measure how our college and students perform in English, Mathematics, and Science and measure both in-year and year-on-year progress. This is a valuable tool as it highlights strengths and gaps in reading and core subjects plus,
ļ· reveals barriers to learning,
ļ· and identifies and supports students with additional educational needs.
ļ· provide evidence of progress, and parents will be supplied a copy of the report.
ļ· directly inform teaching strategies.
Our Year 12 students have now completed the WAEC examinations, and we look forward to the Continue reading
Categories
PRINCIPALāS NEWSLETTER 30 May 2024
Dear Parents and Friends,
I hope this newsletter meets you well. On behalf of the Principal, I am sending this two-page
edition to intimate you with the two (2) exciting news we received a few days ago.
2024 British Council Recognition & Outstanding Cambridge Learners Awards
The British Council has released the list of awardees for the 2024 British Council Recognition
and Outstanding Cambridge Learners Awards (BROCLA) and eight (8) students of James
Hope College received different awards ranging from “Top in Nigeria” to “Top in the
World”. Below are details of the awardees according to their categories: Continue Reading…
Categories
PRINCIPALās NEWSLETTER
23 May 2024
Dear Parents and Friends,
I trust that this newsletter finds you well. This edition contains a sizeable amount of information,
and you are encouraged to save it for future reference.
Firstly, here is a note of appreciation to the parents who joined us for the Parents-Teachers
forum (PTF) last Saturday. All contributions were welcomed and noted. Be assured that you have
been heard, as most matters mentioned have already been addressed and actioned. The staff
and parents must often meet more to share and discuss, not just through the Academic reviews
and PTF. I would welcome suggestions from our parents on achieving this, and we will make
this happen as of September 2024. Continue reading….
Categories
PRINCIPALās NEWSLETTER
9 May 2024
Dear Parents and Friends,
I trust that you are well despite the unseasonal hot weather.
The continuous assessment week timetable has been shared with students. It will run from Monday, 13 May, until Friday, 17 May 2024. Please ensure that your child studies and revises at home and that distractions are minimal.
A small group of our staff will attend the COBIS conference in London next week. We wish
them well and look forward to the infusion of ideas that will invigorate teaching and learning and
benefit everyone. Continue reading….
Categories
PRINCIPALās NEWSLETTER
20 March 2024
Dear Parents and Friends,
I trust that this newsletter finds you well. If you are facing challenges or setbacks, we wish you
the strength to overcome them and the wisdom to make the right choices. A worthwhile reminder
is that ‘setbacks are only temporary, as long as you don’t give up.’ Continue reading…
