10Feb, 2026
GOVERNMENT SCHOOLS RECORD HIGH TURNOUT AS SCHOOLS REOPEN IN ADJUMANI.

By Anzoo Evaline.

Government-aided Primary Schools in Adjumani District have registered a strong turnout of both learners and teachers as schools officially reopened for the first term on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

Head teachers from various government schools described the attendance as encouraging, with lessons already underway, while some private schools reported a slower response and expressed hope that more pupils will report in the coming days.

Pupils in class already learning as schools’ re-opens at St. Peter’s Nursery and Primary school.

At St. Peter’s Nursery and Primary School, Headteacher Iwama Zachariah said the school had registered a total of 715 pupils, including 305 girls and 410 boys, describing the turnout as good.

“By tomorrow and the next day, I expect all the learners who have registered to fully report. The turnout is good, learners are studying well, and all teachers are present. There is no teacher absent,” Iwama said.

He attributed the smooth start to early mobilization efforts through radio announcements and direct communication with School Management Committee (SMC) members and PTA executives, who helped sensitize parents.

Pupils of Adjumani Girls’ Primary School during lesson hours.

Meanwhile, at Adjumani Girls’ Primary School, Deputy Headteacher Olima Lawrence reported an impressive day-one attendance of 929 learners, comprising 432 girls and 497 boys. He added that all 24 teachers, including government and PTA-paid staff, were present and teaching had already begun.

“My appeal to parents who have not yet registered their children is to hurry up because lessons have already started. The worst affected will be the learners who miss class,” Olima urged.

However, the situation was slightly different in some private schools. At Redeemer Children’s Primary School, Headteacher Sr. Mary Magdalene said although learners had started reporting, the turnout was lower than usual for the first day.

“We received 531 learners today, but generally the turnout is low compared to previous terms. Many parents are still coming to register, possibly due to financial challenges,” she explained.

Education stakeholders in the district say while government schools have shown a promising start, continued sensitization is needed to encourage parents to ensure all children report to school early and do not miss valuable learning time.

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