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How One Koboko School is Changing for the Better
August 27, 20250Case Study, Uganda

How One Koboko School is Changing for the Better

Longira Secondary School might be new, but it’s already making its mark. Tucked away in Koboko District in Uganda’s West Nile Region, the school began STirEducation’s  Teacher Change Maker Development Programme for secondary schools not…
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Game-Based Learning Brings Lessons Alive in Indonesia
August 4, 20250Case Study, Indonesia

Game-Based Learning Brings Lessons Alive in Indonesia

Game-Based Learning (GBL) is one of  the STiR Education’s dynamic approaches to transforming classrooms. By using play to teach, students not only grasp complex concepts more easily but also develop collaboration, critical thinking, and a…
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“ I wasn’t just a teacher anymore; I became a facilitator of awakening” The Transformative Power Of STiR Education at Kisiki College
July 25, 20250Article, Uganda

“ I wasn’t just a teacher anymore; I became a facilitator of awakening” The Transformative Power Of STiR Education at Kisiki College

By Kisambu Jane Nanteza Initially, STiR’s innovative teaching methods were met with scepticism. Many teachers, myself included, saw them as a passing trend—focused more on leadership than on addressing the real needs of the classroom.…
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A Change Story: From Class Teacher to Senior Education Officer — Mr. Mukibi Ronald’s Journey from Kayunga
July 18, 20250Case Study, Uganda

A Change Story: From Class Teacher to Senior Education Officer — Mr. Mukibi Ronald’s Journey from Kayunga

Mr. Ronald Mukibi began as a normal classroom teacher within the rural district of Kayunga. With his fingers covered in chalk and with a heart that burned with dedication, he served years shaping the minds of youngsters, going beyond the call to help learners academically but also otherwise. Despite the setbacks of limited materials and large student populations in each class, Ronald held on tight,  he was committed to teaching albeit he saw it as…
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When a Community Rises, Education Thrives
July 4, 20250Case Study, Indonesia

When a Community Rises, Education Thrives

They say, “It takes a village to raise a child.” That couldn’t have been more true than at a recent teacher training gathering in the learning community of Pene Utara, Oenino District. This wasn’t just…
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From Struggle to Success – Agatha’s Journey Through the Teacher Change Maker Development Program
June 17, 20250Case Study, Uganda

From Struggle to Success – Agatha’s Journey Through the Teacher Change Maker Development Program

In the Kasese district, tucked away in a lively secondary school, you’ll find Agatha—a teacher whose story is quietly inspiring change. A passionate Geography teacher and class mentor for Senior 4 and Senior 6, Agatha’s…
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Overview – Impact Evaluation 2025
April 30, 20250Report

Overview – Impact Evaluation 2025

What Why Findings ( This section highlights key findings at the student and teacher level. A summary of key statistics across all research questions can be found here. The full Indonesia and Uganda reports can…
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A Journey of Hope in Malaka
April 23, 20250Case Study, Indonesia

A Journey of Hope in Malaka

A blog by our District Lead Marlon Jacob When I first set foot in Malaka District, tucked away from the dominant educational narratives of the region, I was immediately drawn to its earthy charm. The landscape,…
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Ms. Molly’s Journey to Becoming a Great Teacher and Change Maker at Eruba Primary School, Arua District
April 4, 20250Case Study, Uganda

Ms. Molly’s Journey to Becoming a Great Teacher and Change Maker at Eruba Primary School, Arua District

Ms. Molly, a mathematics teacher at Eruba Primary School in Arua District, had always believed that teaching was more than just delivering content from a textbook. Growing up in a small rural village, she witnessed…
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STiR Education Engages in NAMUDEO Annual General Meeting to Champion Teacher Motivation for Quality Education
March 18, 20250Article, Uganda

STiR Education Engages in NAMUDEO Annual General Meeting to Champion Teacher Motivation for Quality Education

From 26th to 28th February 2025, STiR Education had the privilege of participating in the National Association of Municipal and District Education Officers (NAMUDEO) Annual General Meeting in Kapchorwa District, Uganda. STiR Education made a…
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