Drums played and smiles stretched wide as Standard 7 students celebrated their graduation this month. In Tanzania, Standard 7 marks the final year of primary school, after which students continue to Form 1, the first year of secondary school.
This milestone represents a new chapter of learning and growth, filled with excitement, opportunities, and the promise of greater challenges ahead.
This year’s graduation was a memorable celebration, attended by teachers, parents, and invited guests who came together to honor the students’ dedication and achievements. True to tradition, the graduates excelled in the Tanzanian National Standard 7 Examinations, demonstrating their discipline and the strong guidance of their teachers. The School of St Jude has a proud history of academic excellence, with 100% of students passing the National Standard 7 Examinations for the past 14 years.
To mark their success, students, staff and visitors enjoyed a special lunch together, creating a warm and joyful atmosphere that added to the excitement of the day. The graduation ceremony was filled with music, speeches, cultural performances and proud applause as each student was recognized for their achievements.
Roman, a Standard 7 graduate says he is looking forward to taking the next steps in this academic journey, with hopes to join the school soccer team in Form 1.
“I’m excited because I’ll be having new experiences in Form 1. My parents and teachers advise me to put in a lot of effort in my studies every day. I am eager to learn new subjects like biology and chemistry,” says Roman.
Fellow Standard 7 graduate Agape also shared his excitement about moving on to secondary school and exploring new subjects.
“Science and math are my favorite subjects because I want to be a scientist. Learning new subjects like chemistry and mixing up some chemicals excites me. Like other great scientists like Isaac Newton, I want to be a great scientist and be featured in books,” she says.
A huge congratulations to all our Standard 7 graduates! Your hard work, determination, and achievements inspire us all, and we cannot wait to see the incredible things you will accomplish in the years ahead.
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