By Staff Reporter
Gutu – Mupandawana High School has taken a significant leap in science education with the recent commissioning of a fully-equipped science block, providing both Ordinary and Advanced Level students with modern facilities for practical lessons and experiments.
The state-of-the-art laboratory features all necessary requirements for comprehensive science education, including functional sinks, gas connections, running water, and secure chemical storage facilities, creating an enabling environment for hands-on learning.
Speaking during the official opening ceremony, which coincided with the school’s Speech and Prize-Giving Day, Guest of Honour and Gutu Rural District Council Chief Executive Officer, Alexander Mutembwa, expressed honor in officiating at an institution that has established itself as a beacon of academic excellence, innovation, and cultural development.
Mutembwa particularly commended the school’s exceptional discipline, drawing a stark comparison with other institutions.
“I recently attended a function at another school in Gutu where the head was continuously occupied with telling learners to keep quiet and sit down. Here at Mupandawana, we can clearly see that learners are naturally disciplined and well-behaved,” he observed.
The CEO also praised the school’s commitment to infrastructural development, as demonstrated by the construction of the modern science block. However, he urged the school administration to consider vertical expansion as a sustainable growth strategy.
“Given the rapid development pace at Mupandawana, I encourage the adoption of upward building designs to optimize land use and prevent future space constraints,” said Mutembwa.
School Head Tranos Mbwirire, described the commissioning as a milestone in the institution’s journey toward educational excellence.
“The opening of this science block represents the great strides we are making in infrastructure development, aligned with our vision to provide top-class education and become the district’s leading day school, committed to producing well-rounded learners excelling in all facets of life,”said Mbwirire.
Mbwirire attributed the school’s success to a culture of “teamwork, hard work, innovation, open-door policy, strategic collaborations, and an unrelenting desire to be the best.” Looking ahead, he revealed plans to expand the school’s ICT capabilities following the completion of the science facility.
Notably, despite being situated just meters from Mupandawana Growth Point and the bustling taxi rank, areas known for prevalent drug and substance abuse, the school has maintained a remarkably clean record. Mbwirire affirmed, highlighting the school’s success in creating a protective learning environment amidst challenging surroundings.
“While the nation grapples with drug abuse, we have recorded very few cases, all of which have been decisively addressed. The situation is now well under control,” he said.
