Service Learning Workshops
Our AKA Mombasa Service Learning workshop will take place from 3-5 May 2024.
About our Service Learning Workshop
At the core of education lies the transformative power of service learning, and this workshop is designed to empower leaders like you to drive impactful change within your educational community. Recognised by the International Baccalaureate Audit 2022 for our "Outstanding Service Learning Programme" and AISA (Association of International Schools in Africa) for “Best Whole School Service Learning Programme” we are eager to share insights, strategies, and experiences that have propelled our programme to new heights.
What to Expect:
Innovative Strategies: Gain a deep dive into avant-garde service learning strategies that deliver authentic impact.
Inspiring Discussions: Engage in insightful discussions with fellow leaders, sharing best practices and lessons learned.
Transformative Journey: Immerse yourself in a transformative journey of self-discovery and professional growth.
Practical Insights: Acquire practical insights that can be seamlessly integrated into your educational environment.
Gala Dinner:
We are hosting a gala dinner on the second day of the workshop to mark the momentous occasion. Our theme is ‘summer in the tropics,' highlighting Mombasa’s vibrant coastal charm. Consider joining us and growing your connections by the scenic waters of the Indian Ocean.
Workshop fees
Early Bird: USD 250: 12 February-17 March
Regular: USD 300: 18 March-8 April
Gala Dinner: USD 50
Workshop Details
For additional workshop details, including the schedule click here.
Registration form
To register click here
An invoice will be sent to you once we receive the payment confirmation. The fees must be paid in full before the deadline and a receipt will be issued.
For any queries, please contact servicelearning@agakhanacademies.org
School closed for in person classes
School is closed for in-person classes from 18 November, through 20 November, 2024. Classes will take place online.
Advait Surana: Academy football champion represents Telangana state
“I always wanted to play, but I never got a chance to in my previous schools. One of the reasons I joined the Academy was its sports facilities.”
Advait Surana is a residential grade 10 student at the Aga Khan Academy in Hyderabad. He was selected as one of 18 students from different schools to represent Telangana state at the national U-15 football tournament in Delhi in early September 2016. This was the first time that Telangana reached the quarter finals, where they lost to Haryana who eventually went on to win the cup.
Advait, who started taking football seriously after he joined the Academy two years ago, underwent rigorous training and practice before the national tournament. He had first been observed while representing the Academy at a Rangareddy district football competition.
“My goal is to participate in the U-18 in a few years,” said Advait. “I haven’t thought about playing football professionally after that, but it is an option.”
Advait aspires to become a software engineer. As part of his International Baccalaureate grade 10 personal project (an independent and practical exploration in which students connect classroom learning engagements with their own experiences and interests), he is building a mobile app that has riddles and puzzles for all age-groups.
However, sport is always on his periphery. When asked why he thinks he was selected, he declared with confidence: “I practiced a lot, and I think I deserved it. I think I was better than the other kids.”
The Academy is incredibly proud of Advait’s achievement, as testament to our commitment to holistic education and the development of student talent across the board, in both academic and extra-curricular activities.
Student Leadership
The Academies’ programmes aim to develop students who are ethical, public-minded and who possess a pluralistic outlook. Both curricular and enrichment activities work to educate effective home-grown leaders who are actively engaged in their local communities and are aware of the implications of their actions. Through their participation in enrichment programmes, students are encouraged to take on leadership positions in a variety of different forms (e.g. house leaders, student council, team captains, dorm duties).
Not only do these opportunities provide an environment to explore and enhance skills such as cooperation and problem solving, they also enable students to set personal goals and challenge themselves. Student leadership activities vary from community service opportunities to sports and expressive arts. Students have opportunities to participate in the Student Representative Council (SRC) and other similar activities.
"The conviction that home-grown intellectual leadership of exceptional calibre is the best driver of a society’s destiny, underpins the Ismaili Imamat’s endeavour to create catalytic centres of educational excellence." Leadership activities instil in participants a sense of community ownership, creativity and a collaborative spirit, and prepares them for a lifetime of active engagement and leadership.
Student leadership in action:
Student Representative Council: The SRC is made up of students from all year levels, year 6 to second year Diploma Programme (DP2). Two DP2 presidents oversee the entire body, while first year Diploma Programme executive members oversee various subcommittees. These subcommittees include: academics, action, expression, citizenship, houses, finance, and residential. Click here to read news from the SRC.
Year 10: As part of the leadership programme, the year 10 students participated in a very successful Zawadi Bazaar by running eight socially responsible business stalls. Read the full story here.
Year 9: Students engaged in an exciting project to improve cohesion between the Junior and Senior Schools, as well as to raise house spirit. Read the full story here.
Personal Projects Exhibition 2022
Join us for a celebratory exhibition of the MYP students' personal projects! Exhibition date and times to be provided soon.
Farewell to Mombasa Academy exchange program teachers
After 2 weeks in Hyderabad, we say goodbye and safe journey to Alice Ndungu, Johnson Monari & Titus Mayunki. Thank you for your valuable contributions of knowledge and experience!
Alyssa Jamal: Swinging her way toward success
“I started playing golf because of my dad, Aly Jamal, who is also a golfer,” Alyssa said. “As a child I used to accompany my dad and hit balls on the practice range whenever he would go play. That's when he realised that I was good at golf and that’s when I started getting lessons to learn how to play golf from the pros at the Nyali Golf Club.”
Since Alyssa received her handicap in 2015, which is a numerical measure of a golfer’s potential with better players having lower handicaps, she has competed in numerous national and international competitions. Some noteworthy competitions include the U.S. Kids Golf International Competition, the 72 Holes Junior Stroke play Championship, Royal and many more.
“I love the game of golf,” Alyssa said. “It has taught me so many things, for example, etiquette, patience, focus and, most importantly, it has helped me in my social skills. I am passionate about the sport because it also helps me unwind from my busy school schedule.”
Alyssa said golf provides her with many opportunities to connect with different players, form closer bonds with her family and boosts her determination to always succeed.
“I’ve met European Tour professionals when competing and when I go for international and national tournaments I meet new people, which has led me to make so many friends,” Alyssa said. “Also, my dad and brother are golfers as well so whenever we travel, we play golf as a family, which is so much fun and it’s a great way of bonding. I have also won so many tournaments and won so many amazing prizes, which is also a great source of motivation for me to prove myself over and over and try to win competitions.”
Although she has been playing for many years, Alyssa said she still finds herself as the only girl competing in golf for her age.
“Unfortunately, I’m the only junior girl golfer in the coast,” Alyssa said. “Sometimes I feel bad that I don’t have any girl friends to compete with that are my age. However, there are boy juniors my age that I compete with and they are my good friends. I also know junior golfers from Nairobi, Arusha, Nakuru, South Africa, Scotland and Uganda whom I meet at least once a year when there are national or international competitions, and I keep in touch with them through social media. In Mombasa at the Nyali Golf Club, I play golf with both males and females who are sometimes twice or thrice my age, but they all love and take care of me and they are always happy to play with me. At Nyali Golf Club we are all like a big golfing family and I look forward to going there every single Saturday.”
No matter her age or her busy schedule, Alyssa said golf will always be a part of her life.
“Golf is a sport I will never give up on, even when I get old,” Alyssa said. “You will always find me on the golf course.”
Grade 6 field trip to Tunduru Gardens
Junior School organises festive concert for parents and families
