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ACCOLADE HOUSE
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27TH MARCH, 2015
We are most grateful to God who has made
this term a tremendous success. To the
success in one way or another. I wish you all
a stress-free yet productive Easter break.
parents, I say ‘Thank you very much’ for your
Aunty Mfon.
support, constructive criticism and
unwavering patience. To my staff and the
entire crew of Accolade House, I will like to
extend my appreciation to you for working
together and putting your heads together to
ensure this term ended well. I am positive
that next term can only be better. Making it
through this term has proven to us that we
are capable of greater things, so we enjoin
Parents to keep working with us and giving
us constructive criticisms that will help us get
better.
This term had a lot of exciting activities like
the Orphanage visit, Mothers’ day, and the
best of all, the Easter egg hunt. The children
and staff had a lot of fun during the hunt. I
am particularly impressed with the results of
the primary children. Although some of them
need to work harder, many of them did
excellently well. Please, let them continue to
study during the holidays.
It was decided at the last parents and
teachers’ forum that PTF levy should be paid
starting from this second term but that the
one for second term should be included in 3rd
term’s bill. The school management decided
to make it easier for parent by converting the
inter house sport levy for second term to PTF.
I hope that goes down well with everybody.
Parents who paid PTF levy after the meeting
will not be billed again for 3rd term.
Once again I will love to say a big ‘thank you’
to everyone who has helped make this term a
We thank God for a successful term. I want
to thank our ever supportive mothers who
came all out to interact and pray with the
children on Mothers’ day.
The term was quite eventful. We are proud
of our prefects who all rose to the
challenges of their positions and are
handling their responsibilities well. We
appreciate our children who continue to
make us proud both in and outside the
school by winning medals and prizes.
The grade 5 children took various entrance
exams into different secondary schools and
have excelled in all. We are looking forward
them resuming in the secondary school of
their choices and we have no doubt they will
be fantastic.
There was an Easter Egg Hunt today and the
children had an exciting time searching for
the hidden eggs. Those who found the eggs
had some sweets and chocolates to enjoy.
I want to also thank the CH and TC parents
who took out time to buy fruits and send to
help boost the children’s understanding of
their theme ‘Fruits’.
In all, I am so grateful to all the parents of
Accolade House Montessori School. Thank
you for your encouragement and support.
God bless you all and have a wonderful
Easter break.
Mrs. Adebayo.
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NEWS FROM THE PRIMARY SECTION
Please parents, don’t forget to help us
We had our end of term exams and the
with our home works and exercises. God
results were fantastic. Although a lot of the
bless you. See you in three weeks!!
children did very well, there is still room for
improvement. Mothers’ day was a blast. We
SCHOOL FEES
saw our mothers dishing out knowledge to
Please parents, this is a gentle reminder
the children in different classes. Our
that school fees are expected to be paid
prefects are doing well and ensuring the
before the start of the new term. At least
assembly is organized so, we say a big
70% of fees should be paid on resumption
‘thumbs up’ to them. Some of the children
and the remaining 30% due by mid-term.
represented the school in White Dove
Schools’ Inter House Sports competition.
They came second in the relay race and
TISSUE BOXES
returned with certificates and medals. We
Parents please be reminded that 2 tissue
are very proud of them. It has been an
boxes and not toilet rolls are to be
exciting term and want to say a big ‘thank
brought in for a child each term. Please
you’ to all our parents.
don’t forget to send in two tissue boxes
We also apologize for our shortcomings
for your child on resumption.
and promise to improve on them next term,
God willing. Home works are being sent
home, please guide the children
CLOSING AND RESUMPTION DATE
accordingly. Do have a lovely Easter break
The closing date for this term was moved
and please allow the children have
back again by a day due to the
maximum rest and fun.
uncertainty surrounding the election
There was another election for the post of
period. We apologize for any
assistant head boy and Ejiro Natufe
inconveniences this might have caused
emerged the winner, making Bryan Eke the
and thank you for your usual
second Assembly Prefect.
understanding.
The next term begins on Monday, the 20th
NEWS FROM THE PRESCHOOL
This second half of the term was both
exciting and very educative for us. We
treated the theme ‘fruits’ and even had
loads of fruits sent in by parents to help
emphasis the theme. We want to thank our
parents for working with us to ensure that
the children are properly taught. We wish
everyone a peaceful break and anticipate a
more exciting third term.
of April, 2015. We look forward to
receiving everyone back in good health
and ready to delve into the term’s
activities. So we urge everyone to vote
wisely and be careful and proactive during
this period.
Please find below the minutes of the PTF
meeting held on the 21st of February, 2015.
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Some of our mothers leading the
Primary and Preschool assemblies
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The Prefects being badged
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MINUTES OF PTF MEETING HELD ON THE 21ST OF FEBRUARY 2015
In attendance were:
Mrs. Izuakor N.
Mrs. Babatunde
Mrs. Parker Efevwia
Mrs. Folorunso
Mrs. Menkiti
Mrs. Eno Edet
Mrs. Ifeoma Okafor
Mrs. Ifeoma Okafor
Akinsanya Busayo
Peters Sarah
Jacob Samuel
Ephraim Akpan
Shalom Osakwe
Joy Ene
Mr. Taiwo Bucknorsmart
Mrs. Mariam Bello
Mr. and Mrs. Kessington
Mrs. Kolawole Otusanya
Mr. Fred Nwaka
Mrs. Emedebe Nneka
Mrs. Ndiana Akpan
Mr. Victor Ankeli
Miller Gloria
Roseline Ohieronoya
Moses Benson
Philip Sadiq
Martina Mike
Mrs. Ahenjir Mercy
Mrs. Dienye Meshileya
Mr. and Mrs. Etta
Mrs. Ibe-Ikechi
Mrs. Adugbe
Mfon Okon-Umoren
Glory Okon
Unyime Okon-Umoren
Emmanuel Nyarko
Gloria Anyara
Oby Uzoigwe
Onyekere Blessing
Gloria Nwanne
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The PTF Chairman sent his unreserved apology for his inability to make it to the meeting. He said
this was as a result of circumstances beyond his control.
Meeting started at 10.45am with an opening prayer by Mrs. Edet. The PTF Chairman was
unavoidably absent.
A brief introduction of everyone present was made.
DIRECTOR’S SPEECH
The Director welcomed everyone to the meeting. She expressed her pleasure to the parents who
could come and encouraged those absent to find times to attend to issues that concern their
children. She however frowned at the rate at which parents come late to school meetings and
other activities. She reiterated the need for punctuality to meetings.
Furthermore, the Director pleaded with the parents of pupils that are still owing to please pay up
as there are issues and projects that need to be attended to, which are being delayed as a result of
delay in fees payment.
She urged the Forum, to think of any project they can execute within the school as a means of
helping to move the school forward.
Minutes of the last meeting was read by the secretary, adopted by Mrs. Jolomi Parker Efervwia and
seconded by Uncle Moses.
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MATTERS ARISING FROM LAST MEETING
PERMANENT SITE: The Director made clarifications to the House about the School’s permanent
site. She said she has got in touch with the estate owners and managers, who, according to her,
were asking for a certain amount of money. She said she will keep the House posted as events
unfold.
PHONICS: This has started in school with the teachers having had a session of Phonics training last
term.
CHRISTMAS PARTY: The Director expressed her profound gratitude to the committee for a
successful Christmas party. She however asked the members of the committee not to reject the
appointment when next they are called upon.
NEW SITE The Director thanked the parents for their support during and after the movement to the
new school. She said the place is bigger and is more conducive for learning. She encouraged the
parents who have not gone round the school to find time after the meeting to see the new place.
She said she appreciates their continued support and patronage, and promised better days ahead.
INTRODUCTION OF THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
The Head of Schools, Mrs. Adebayo, was introduced to the parents. The Head of school expressed
her pleasure at the attitude of parents in the school and the level of co-operation given to the
Director. She spoke on key issues on ground. Among which are:
READING: This she said is a culture in Accolade and will continue to be. She encouraged parents to
assist the school in this task so as to achieve the desired result.
HOME WORK: Active parents’ participation was also solicited by the HOS in this regard.
INTER-HOUSE SPORTS: This will not hold this year due to time constraint and huge financial
implications.
OPEN HOUSE: Parents were adjoined to find time to come in and check their children’s works
during the open house.
ANY OTHER BUSINESS (A.O.B)
SAFETY: Mr. Kessington wanted to know what safety procedures the school has put in place with
regards to fire and medical emergency. The HOS explained to the house that there were fire
extinguishers fully serviced and fixed at strategic locations in the school and a retainership with
Safeway Hospital in case of medical emergency.
ACTION
 Staff to go through fire drill at least once in a month.
 Fire safety precautions to be displayed in all classes.
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SPORTSWEAR
The HOS informed the parents that a new set of sportswear is in the making and will be ready for
use by the end of April.
CHANGE IN VACATION DATE
As a result of the change in date for the Nigerian general elections, vacation date has been moved
from 1st of April to 27th March 2015.
PTF LEVY
It was unanimously agreed by the house that the PTF should embark on a project aimed at helping
the school. To this end, a levy of N5, 000 per term is to be paid by each child to ensure that this
task is achieved. This levy will be started this second term and subsequently every term.
ACTION
 PTF to decide on a project to execute
 A PTF bank account is to be opened to this effect
 The Chairman and Director are signatories to the account on behalf of the school
 Two parents namely: Mr. Daniel Etta and Mrs. Folorunso are signatories on behalf of the
parents
PHONICS
To ensure children speak the English Language fluently and most importantly, pronounce words
well, a speech and elocution teacher by name Mr. Julius of Speak Right was introduced to the
House. He explained to the House the benefits and importance of speaking right. The parents
unanimously agreed that phonics be included as part of the school’s curriculum. They were of the
opinion it should not be made enrichment but a compulsory subject to ensure that every child
benefits from it.
ACTION
 Teacher to come in to discuss the mode of operation with the school
 Parents to be notified in due course the cost of the programme.
SWIMMING
The Director said the cost of swimming has increased. To this, she sought consent to either reduce
the number of times for swimming or increase the swimming fees until the surface pool is ready.
ACTION POINT
 Surface swimming pool to be installed in school.
Motion for adjournment was moved by Mr. Kessington and seconded by Mrs. Folorunsho.
The Meeting ended at 1.30pm with a closing prayer by Mr. Bucknor-Smart.