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better) physical education activities, what was needed was a corporate partner who could
help address the gaps in physical education funding. Hima Cement gladly stepped in to
supply equipment, trophies, transport and even manpower to host a sports tournament
attended by 15 schools in Kamwenge District.
The tournament was a fantastic opportunity to
promote physical education, as schools could see
the fun all the children were having. But hosting
the tournament was also a challenge for the district.
Before the tournament began it was evident that
there would not be nearly enough qualified referees
to officiate the games. Yet instead of citing this as
a reason to cancel the tournament—or looking
for money to bring in officials from outside the
area—the school sports teachers took responsibility;
they pulled together and formed an expert team to
officiate the games themselves, illustrating that the
power of people coming together is a greater resource
than money.
Their dedication resulted in the School is Fun
Tournament being a great success. It raised students’
morale and started to change their attitudes toward
school—attendance improved and parents began to
participate in games with their children. In the end
Introducing physical education to the curriculum gave
students' brains a rest. They came back to the classroom
energised and ready to learn.
the district’s hard work paid off on the playing field as well. The Kamwenge District boys,
fresh off the success of the School is Fun Tournament, went on to become champions at the
national tournament for ball games. The continued success of all the students—on and off
the field—rests on the ability of teachers, parents and community members to build from
the accomplishments of the programme and continue to make school fun for children.
For more information, contact
Mr. Julius Akorinako, District Inspector of Schools, Kamwenge
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