School Update
As we close another ademic term, Sogeri N.S.O.E is pleased to share an overview of the school’s operations, engagements, and achievements during Term 2. Despite the challenges faced, the school has continued to deliver its academic programme on schedule and to promote academic excellence and good citizenship.
Government’s Free Education Policy (GFEP)
Following the K31,155.41 received in Term 1, the school was supported through Parental Component Fees and Departmental grants. In Term 2 the school began receiving GFEP payments, including the shortfalls owed for Terms 1 and 2.
Total GFEP received to date: K634,947.39
General School Expenses
Funds this term were directed to the school’s priority operational areas:
| Area | Amount (PGK) |
|---|---|
| Mess | 271,420.12 |
| Teaching & Learning | 198,263.20 |
| Administration | 125,000.00 |
| Ancillary Staff | 120,000.00 |
| Total | 714,683.32 |
Parental Component Fees for 2026
We sincerely thank the faithful parents whose continued support sustains the school’s general operations. An outstanding balance of K502,565.20 is yet to be collected. We encourage all parents to settle their fees, as these funds help carry the school through to the end of the year.
Academic Staff Positional Changes
- Mr. Iramo Gomara has been elevated to Head of Department – Humanities.
- Ms. Cathy James has been appointed Senior Subject Master for Humanities (Social Science).
- Ms. Belinda Tomir joins the Humanities team, bringing valuable teaching experience from Koiari Park Secondary School and Gordons Secondary School.
We warmly welcome Ms. Tomir and congratulate Mr. Gomara and Ms. James on their appointments.
Learning Management System (LMS) Inception
The school is privileged to host the EDUNEX team, engaged by the Department of Education to roll out the LMS project, with the first site visit conducted by the company’s CEO. Five (5) interactive smart boards have been received to strengthen teaching and learning, and a two-day teacher workshop has been organised to build staff confidence with the technology. The school’s own local LMS, SOGERINUMU, is already in use by the English Department and is streamlining many processes.
Minor Project Initiatives
- Pest Control Team engagement — fumigation and spraying of the girls’ and boys’ dormitories.
- Maintenance of a teacher’s house currently in progress.
- Installation of four Tuffa water tanks (two each for boys and girls), proudly sponsored by the School Canteen.
- A K75,000.00 footpath project, donated solely by Mineral Resources Kutubu — an SRC initiative spearheaded by former SRC Advisor Mr. Wesley Teine Soko.
Events & Activities This Term
- EduNex Learning Management System visit to the school.
- Secondary Education Program (SEP) visit through the PNG–Australia Partnership.
- P&C Meeting held in Week 8.
- STEM students’ excursion to the Rouna 2 Power Station.
- In-service conducted by the Payroll Division.
- YACA team participation in the La Salle Technical Secondary workshop.
- Queensland University visit (SEP through DFAT).
- End of Term Examinations — Week 9 (Friday) and Week 10 (Monday–Friday).
Important Dates
- King’s Birthday — Wednesday, 17 June 2026
- National Remembrance Day — Thursday, 23 July 2026
- National Repentance Day — Wednesday, 26 August 2026
- Term 2 Break — Monday, 22 June to Friday, 3 July 2026
- Beginning of Term 3 — Monday, 6 July 2026
Efforts Today, Matters Tomorrow. May you all have a safe and refreshing Term 2 break!
