Joseph Jeremiah Muwanguzi, who took Physics, Economics, Mathematics, and ICT and also scored 20 points, credited his success to his hard work and the dedication of his teachers, who guided and supported him throughout his studies.
It was a day of prayer, reflection, and celebration at St. Joseph’s High School Namagunga as students, teachers, and alumni gathered to mark the Feast of St. Joseph, under the theme “Anchored in Strength.” The occasion also commemorated 26 years of the school’s journey rooted in faith, discipline, and academic excellence.
The celebrations were led by Msgr. Dr. Richard Kayondo, who presided over Holy Mass and delivered a message centered on the enduring virtues of St. Joseph. Addressing the students, he urged them to embrace patience, humility, prayerfulness, and trustworthiness, emphasizing the importance of keeping Christ at the center of their lives.
“Let your strength be anchored in faith,” he said, encouraging the young learners to model their lives on the quiet but steadfast character of St. Joseph.
Msgr. Kayondo also applauded the school for its strong academic performance, noting that success comes from both hard work and a firm spiritual foundation. He challenged students to remain focused on their studies as a way of honoring the sacrifices made by their parents.
Turning to the teachers, he delivered a message of commitment and shared responsibility. “If you strengthen the school, it will strengthen you—be committed and you will see the dividends,” he said, urging them to continue nurturing both the academic and moral growth of the learners. He further encouraged the school administration to establish a chapel, describing it as essential in deepening the spiritual life of the students.
The headteacher, Ritah Nassaza, reflected on the school’s recent achievements, particularly its impressive 2025 A-Level performance. She attributed the success to discipline, hard work, and unwavering trust in God.
Nassaza expressed gratitude to parents for their continued support, highlighting their contributions toward the acquisition of a school bus and ongoing infrastructure development. Among the projects underway is a modern three-storeyed girls’ dormitory aimed at improving student welfare.
In recognition of excellence, top-performing students were awarded cash prizes from both the school and its alumni association, drawing cheers from the congregation and inspiring others to aim higher.
The President of the old students’ association, Charles Kaggwa Kizito, a lecturer at YMCA, handed each of the students who scored 20 points Shs400,000, while the headteacher awarded them Shs500,000 each.
Innocent Byabumaka, son of Robert Byamukama and Judith Mbainzireki from Hoima District, who studied History, Economics, Divinity, and Subsidiary Mathematics, scored 20 points. Byamukama plans to join Makerere University to pursue a Bachelor of Laws.
Joseph Jeremiah Muwanguzi, who took Physics, Economics, Mathematics, and ICT and also scored 20 points, credited his success to his hard work and the dedication of his teachers, who guided and supported him throughout his studies.
Muwanguzi, a son of Majorine Ssali from Jinja City, intends to join Kyambogo University to study Civil Engineering.
As the celebrations came to a close, the message was clear: at Namagunga, faith and excellence walk hand in hand—and with their strength firmly anchored, the future looks even brighter.
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