05.17.21
By Jessica Roy

A+ from Akili

“The uniforms have really made our school stand out in the community and we are admired by many people. Our girls are always tidy and smart in their uniforms. Unlike in the past when only the girls whose parents could afford to buy uniforms or those who were lucky to have sponsors looked smart, all our girls are now equal and there is no way of telling who comes from the poorest family.

All our girls now exude confidence both at school and when walking home because no one can make fun of them or look down on them for having a torn uniform.” 

– David Omondi, Founder

OLOUCH, 13

What is your favorite subject? Mathematics and science 

How does a uniform make you feel? It boosts my self-esteem and I am no longer shy answering questions in class

Why is school important? It prepares me for my future

What inspires you? To be top one in a class position on exam results

What do you want to be when you grow up? neurosurgeon 

PACIFICA, 13

What is your favorite subject? Math

How does a uniform make you feel? It makes me smart, clean, neat and it also gives me high self-esteem

What inspires you? My school uniform inspires me to work hard and achieve my goals

Why is school important? Because it helps students improve on their talent, know more about themselves, and learn more from teachers

SYPROSE, 12

What is your favorite subject? Mathematics and science 

How does a uniform make you feel? It has made me confident and strong, made me pay attention and prove my academic excellence

Why is school important? Because it makes us work hard and become good people and also has made us nurture our talents 

What inspires you? Working hard to be a journalist 

VALLARY, 13

What is your favorite subject? Science 

How does a uniform make you feel? It makes us all look neat and smart and our school shines

Why is school important? So you can be someone in the future

What inspires you? Working hard so I can achieve my goal 

What do you want to be when you grow up? A teacher