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Drama Department News (Fairy Tales Meet the Modern World!)
In Drama this month, our secondary students have been exploring the exciting theme of transforming classic fairy tales into modern adaptations. They worked creatively to reimagine well-known stories such as Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, and Jack and the Beanstalk, giving them a fresh, contemporary twist. Characters, settings, and dialogue were updated to reflect the challenges and lifestyles of today’s world, making each performance both meaningful and entertaining.
Students demonstrated outstanding collaboration, imagination, and confidence while using props and costumes from the drama room to bring their new versions of these timeless tales to life. This engaging unit not only strengthened their acting and storytelling skills but also encouraged them to think critically about how traditional tales can evolve through modern values and perspectives.
It was inspiring to witness the students’ enthusiasm, creativity, and teamwork shine on stage — a true celebration of learning through performance!
Ms. Bob Bayoumi
Our Year 8 science students embarked on an exciting exploration of the human digestive system, delving into how food is broken down and nutrients are absorbed by the body. Through a combination of research, experimentation, and creative design, students deepened their understanding of this essential biological process in a hands-on and engaging way.
The project began with lessons introducing the main organs of the digestive system and their specific functions—from the mouth, where digestion begins, to the intestines, where absorption occurs. Students then designed and constructed detailed models of the digestive system using a variety of materials such as clay, cardboard, fabric, and even recycled items. These models vividly illustrated the complexity and coordination of the human body’s digestive process.
In presenting their work, the learners explained the journey of food through the system, highlighting the roles of enzymes, acids, and mechanical processes in breaking down nutrients. Their creativity and scientific accuracy impressed both teachers and peers, demonstrating not only strong subject knowledge but also excellent teamwork and communication skills.
The project concluded with a lively classroom exhibition, where students displayed their models and celebrated their learning. The enthusiasm, effort, and ingenuity shown by the Year 8 students made this a memorable and rewarding learning experience—one that truly brought science to life!
Mr. Akweri James
Year 8 Students Bring the Digestive System to Life
A German cooking lesson by DP1 - Wir bereiten Knödel vor!
KISU's first batch of DP German students enjoyed a very different lesson at the beginning of October, combining language learning with Food technology! Students were given a recipe in German for 'Knödel' which are famous potato dumplings from Germany and Austria, simple to prepare, and can be served boiled or fried to accompany a meat or cheese sauce - they could perhaps make a nice German - Ugandan fusion with Luwombo!.
It was wonderful to see the students in a different setting and putting their language skills to practical use - Judah in particular was in his element, and Ismail sculpted the Knödel with the skill of an Austrian chef! It was a great experience for both students and teacher and following this success we hope to do a similar activity with the French groups in future.
We are very grateful to Ms Madina for allowing us to use the facilities and without her agreement, this interactive lesson would not have been possible. Vielen Dank Frau Madina!
Ms. Ellie Dawson
The Y9 Geography students have been considering the problems and issues surrounding Uganda's growing debt, while studying International development and have written sample letters expressing their thoughts and feelings to the world bank to find out about some of the ways in which this issue is being
addressed. A video link to MPs raising a red flag over endless loans to finance projects is attached: - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ic9IuotBAxA
Dear World Bank Group,Washington, D.C.
We, the Year 9 Geography class, want to share our worries about Uganda's growing national debt and how it affects the country. Uganda is a low-income country and needs to borrow money for important projects. Some of these projects include the new terminal at Entebbe airport, the Mpigi-Busega road, upgrading southern bypass to Entebbe, the Isimba Dam, and the Kampala drainage plan. While these projects aim to help the economy, they have also made Uganda's debt much bigger. Currently Uganda urgently needs to borrow more 8200 Billion shillings.
Right now, a large part of Uganda’s money goes to paying back loans and interest. By 2025, about 55% of Uganda’s budget is expected to be used just for this debt. This means there is less money for important services like hospitals and schools. Some loans have not been used for years due to corruption and government inefficiencies, which costs the government a lot in fees. Each person in Uganda has to pay about 2.3 million Shillings to help with this growing debt. As of June 2025, Uganda's public debt has increased to 116.2 trillion Shillings (which is about 32.3 billion US dollars). This reduces spending on essential services like health and education. Some loans also remain unused for years, costing the government millions in commitment fees.
But there is some good news! Uganda and its partners are trying to solve this problem. The government is starting to control how much it borrows and is focusing on getting low-interest loans from local sources. There is also support to help Uganda plan projects better and collect more taxes, so that loans are used in a smarter way. The World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are helping Uganda improve project planning and checking. This will help ensure loans lead to real improvements in the country. Uganda is also trying to collect more taxes so it can rely less on loans in the future. In the past, Uganda received help that lessened some of its debt, and we hope they can get similar support again for other countries that need it now.
We kindly ask China, the EU, Exim Bank, the World Bank, and the IMF to keep giving support and to help Uganda use borrowed money in a way that helps development, instead of causing problems for future generations.
Thank you for your attention and for your ongoing support of Uganda's development progress.
Yours faithfully,
Year 9 Geography class
TEACHER: Mr. Ismail Nsubuga
YEAR 9 Geography on Uganda's debt crisis
Mathematics in action: Connecting numbers to Real life
During the month of October, students across the Secondary School engaged in a variety of hands-on projects, assessments, and technology-driven learning experiences. Highlights included the Year 9 Data Project submissions, DP2 students submitting their first Internal Assessment drafts, and a series of progressive assessments across all year groups. Throughout the month, students demonstrated growing confidence in using technology to enhance their understanding of mathematical concepts.
Year 9: Turning Data into Discovery
One of the most exciting highlights was the Year 9 statistics project, where students completed the full data cycle — from formulating research questions and suggesting hypotheses, to collecting data, analysing averages, drawing conclusions, and presenting their findings to their peers.
This project provided a meaningful bridge between mathematical theory and the real world, enabling students to apply statistical skills to topics that truly matter to them. Through surveys and observations, they explored questions such as:
1. Preferences between junk food and healthy food
2. Weather patterns in Kampala
3. Frequency of students visiting fast food places
4. Popularity of different music genres
5. Most commonly used social media platforms
The project encouraged critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving, helping students recognise how mathematics underpins everyday decisions — from analysing trends and making predictions to interpreting data in the media and beyond.
Maths Beyond the Classroom
October’s activities showcased how mathematics is more than just numbers and formulas; it is a language for understanding the world around us. Students discovered how data analysis influences health choices, how averages help describe climate patterns, and how graphs can reveal insights into social behaviour.
As one student shared, “It was exciting to see how maths can actually explain things we experience every day!”
Looking Ahead
This month’s experiences have strengthened not only students’ mathematical understanding but also their appreciation of how these skills apply in real-life contexts. As we look forward to the coming months, we are eager to see our learners continue to explore, question, and connect mathematics to the world beyond the classroom.
Mr. Jude Kakuba
French students promote Uganda tourism for Uganda week!
Tourisme en Ouganda ANKOLE.pdf
White Modern Interior Design Magazine Article A4 Document.pdf
Projet.pdfTourisme_en_Ouganda_Guide.pptxIn the languages department, students have been busy promoting Uganda on behalf of our very own receptionist Brenda, who also runs a tourism company. Her challenge? Attracting tourists from Francophone countries. No problem! Our students at KISU were on hand to help her and worked hard to submit some wonderful flyers and brochures as an initiative for Uganda week. Merci beaucoup!
Ms. Ellie Dawson
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