27/08/2026
MY S1 EXPERIENCE π
My name is Mambo . My Senior One experience is one I will never forget in my life. After completing my PLE in 2025, I joined Comboni Secondary School for my Senior One in February 2026.
On the first day, I reported to school very early with my Auntie . The school compound was very big and I was confused. I did not know where the S1 block was. Many students were walking around and I felt very small because everyone looked older than me. After admission, I was given my class, S1 red
The first week was not easy. In primary we had only four subjects but in S1 we have many subjects like Biology, Chemistry, Physics, History, Geography, Mathematics and many others. The teachers were moving very fast and I had to write a lot of notes. I had to buy many books. I also had to learn new school rules like morning prep, evening prep and roll call.
Socially, it was also challenging. As S1s, the senior students called us βjuuka βSometimes they would send us to buy things for them. I missed my home especially during the first two weeks in boarding section. However, I made three good friends, tata , Peter and Moses, who helped me to adjust.
Academically, my first beginning of term exams were not good. I got 52% and I was in position 40 out of 65. I felt discouraged but my class teacher encouraged me to work harder. I started reading early morning and doing all my homework. By end of term one, I improved to position 5.
In conclusion, my S1 experience taught me to be independent, hardworking and respectful. Though it was hard at first, I now enjoy secondary school life in comboni . I have learned that success in secondary school needs discipline and determination. I hope to perform better in S.2.