Parents of Saint Joseph Calasanz College (SAJOCCOL) have openly expressed satisfaction with recent progress at the Catholic institution following a Parents Teachers Association meeting held Saturday 21 February 2026, coinciding with the school’s visiting day in Menteh-Nkwen.
The meeting came amid expectations from families for stability and stronger academic delivery, and the first formal engagement by the new principal, Rev. Fr Justine Ghani, set the tone for what many described as a renewed sense of direction.
“I firmly believe that education is a key to a brighter future, and I am delighted to work with you to provide our students with quality education,” Fr Justine Ghani told parents, stressing that the school remains “a place of learning and growth where every student feels valued and supported.”
He reaffirmed the institution’s philosophy of holistic formation, noting that education in the Calasanz tradition forms “both head and heart to respond positively to the demands of society and transform it.” The principal added that new initiatives including reading clubs, science competitions and mentoring schemes will be rolled out to boost learning and student development.
Fr Justin Ghani also highlighted visible infrastructure upgrades across campus.
“Within a short period of time, our school environment and look have changed significantly,” he said, pointing to new classroom spaces, laboratories, improved security fencing and an electricity transformer project expected to stabilise power supply.
Beyond infrastructure, he called for stronger parental engagement, reminding families that effective learning requires adequate support.
“There is no way a child can learn without textbooks, uniforms and the basic needs for study,” he said, urging parents to continue partnering closely with the school.
Adding the PTA perspective, chairman Prof. Lifoter Kenneth Navti said collaboration between parents and school authorities has remained strong and constructive.
“Our collaboration with the administration has been very cordial over the years, and they have remained sensitive to the needs of the children,” he said.
He cited key PTA backed projects including support to the school library, the establishment and upgrading of the food science laboratory, acquisition of new generation computers to strengthen ICT learning and contributions to solar energy initiatives. According to him, feedback from parents has been largely positive, reflecting confidence in the school’s discipline and academic direction.
Community voices reinforced the positive outlook. Traditional leader Mumbitung said the institution has had a tangible impact on the host community.
“This particular institution has actually impacted the life of the population economically and morally,” he noted, adding his wish “that the school continues to grow and even expands to higher institutions.”
Parents echoed similar sentiments. Loveline Sekenyuyfoon, whose children have studied at the school for several years, described her experience as reassuring.
“For me this is one of the best choices, and I feel that together the parents, teachers and administration will continue to educate our children spiritually, physically and intellectually,” she said.
With visible reforms underway and a collaborative tone set by leadership and stakeholders, the meeting closed with a shared sense that the renewed momentum at SAJOCCOL could translate into stronger academic outcomes and a more stable learning environment for students in the months and years ahead.
By Bakah Derick for Hilltopvoices web
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