Education

 Kowak Girls' Secondary School

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Kowak Girls’ Secondary School (KGSS) provides high school education for girls from all parts of Tanzania. Founded in 1992 the school is located in the Mara region near Lake Victoria, a poor, rural area in Tanzania, one of the poorest countries in the world.

KGSS is a top ranking secondary school (high school) in the region and nation. Of the 500+ girls that apply each year, only 125 are admitted based on their national exam scores and primary school performance. Wealthier families are able to afford the approximate $1,000 annual tuition, room and board, while girls from poorer families depend on scholarships. Graduates from KGSS have gone on to be teachers, nurses, doctors, lawyers and community leaders. 

In Tanzania, a secondary education means more than opportunity. For some girls, it provides a way out of child marriage, sexual and spousal abuse, female genital mutilation, and HIV/AIDS.

 Top 2% of Secondary Schools in Tanzania

Graduates of the Girls' Secondary School pursue further education and become teachers, businesses managers, medical professionals, lawyers, Government representatives, and serve as role models for other girls.

"The education of girls gives education to future mothers and families" - Father James Conard

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Children and young adults from Kowak village and surrounding areas can choose to attend one of several private elementary schools, high schools, vocational schools and Universities, if they can afford the private education.

Kowak students need sponsors to help with their education; otherwise, private schools are out of their reach. Friends of Kowak has a current list of students and families that are asking for sponsors. Sponsorships can range from a few dollars per month to full cost of tuition and housing . Contact Friends of Kowak for more information and where you can help.

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Kowak Girls’ Secondary School Success Stories

Diana Orembe, previous Kowak Girls' Secondary School graduate, sponsors nutrition program for local kids.

Diana Orembe, Kowak Girls' Secondary School graduate, sponsors nutrition program for local kids.

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Lucy John Sabu, 2009 Kowak Girls' Secondary School graduate is a member of the Parliament.

 What does a student need?

Tuition and room & board at Kowak Girls' Secondary School is approximately $1,000 per year. Tuition and fees at other schools vary. Contact Friends of Kowaks for more information.

First year students need school supplies. These supplies include: uniforms, shoes, sports shoes, mattress, bedding, textbooks, notebooks, dictionary, bucket and wash basin, and various personal items. The cost of initial supplies is estimated at $170.

1 USD = 2300 Tanzanian Shillings (check current rates)*