NEWS EDITION

Site Clearance for the construction of the 12 new classrooms

By Linus Tigiti, SJ

As the vision of a new 12-classroom building began to take shape, the site clearance felt like the beginning of something profound. Standing on the land, we couldn’t help but feel a sense of anticipation. The first step was a careful survey, a quiet moment to assess the space—a patch of earth brimming with possibility, yet waiting for its transformation.

The removal of debris, and overgrown vegetation was done slowly, deliberately. Every tree, shrub, and rock that was cleared opened up the land for something greater. The earth seemed to sigh, breathing again as the clutter of the past was gently lifted away.

Then came the excavation. The soil, once undisturbed, was carefully dug up, creating a blank canvas ready for a new foundation. With each stage, the land slowly shifted from raw potential into something tangible—a space ready to house 720 students. This was more than just a clearance; it was the birth of a future.

The above photos show the site clerance for the construction of G+1 and G+0 classrooms (12 classrooms that will bring the total number of students 720)
Site clearance for the construction of the school's main entrance and parking area.
The view of Bonga town from the school is largely unobstructed, except when inside the Jesuit community house compound.
New look for the school compound and the Jesuit Community House

The school has now reached an exciting milestone—entering the roofing stage of construction. Currently, there are six structures taking shape on the grounds: the administration building, laboratory, computer lab, library, four classrooms, and two restrooms for both staff and students. Each building is steadily progressing, showcasing a bright future for the institution. With this promising development, there is strong optimism that the school will be ready by September 2025, barring any weather-related delays. The vision of a state-of-the-art learning environment is becoming a reality, and the anticipation of its completion continues to grow.

Soak away pit (A soak away pit is an underground drainage system designed to manage excess water by allowing it to percolate into the ground)
The photo above displays the main gate of the Jesuit Community House.
The photo above showcases the interior of the school’s library, which includes an extension featuring two computer labs capable of accommodating 80 students at a time.
The view of the school's science laboratory (including physics, chemistry, and biology)