Bunyore Girls Former Principal Has Passed Away

Priscilla Were, the former principal of Bunyore and Lugulu high schools, has passed away. Her distinguished career in education and administration left a lasting impact on the institutions she served and the students she mentored.

Educational Background and Early Career

Priscilla’s academic journey began at St. Anne’s Kisoko High School in Nambale Sub-County. She then pursued a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Education from the University of Nairobi, marking the formal start of her teaching career. Her talents as an administrator were quickly recognized, and in September 1973, she was appointed Deputy Head Mistress of Butere Girls High School in the then Western Province.

Leadership at Bunyore and Lugulu Girls High Schools

In January 1974, Priscilla Were took on the role of head of Bunyore Girls High School, where she served until April 1992. Her leadership was instrumental in the school’s development and reputation. She then moved to Lugulu Girls High in May 1992, where she served as Principal for 12 years and eight months until her retirement in December 2004. Under her tenure, Lugulu Girls High School was noted for its discipline, time management, and academic excellence.

Legacy and Later Career

Following her retirement from active school administration, Priscilla continued to contribute to the education sector by serving as a Commissioner with the Teachers Service Commission. Her dedication to education and strong leadership principles were remembered fondly by many.

One former student recalled an academic benchmarking visit to Lugulu Girls, highlighting her strict discipline and high standards.

Bunyore Girls High School History

Priscilla Were’s tenure at Bunyore Girls is part of the school’s rich history. Established in 1905 by the Cramers Missionaries from South Africa as a commercial training center, the school initially focused on Religion, Arithmetic, English, Vernacular, and Needlework.

By 1944, it had evolved into a primary and intermediate school. The boys initially part of the school were later relocated to Kima Primary School in 1952.

Notable Alumni

The school boasts notable alumni, including Alice Amwomo Wako, the mother of former Busia senator and attorney-general Amos Wako. Alice fell in love with teaching at Bunyore Girls and later taught there alongside her husband, Daniel Wako.

Remembering Priscilla Were

Priscilla Were’s legacy in education, particularly her leadership at Bunyore and Lugulu Girls High Schools, remains impactful. Her commitment to discipline, academic excellence, and effective administration set high standards that influenced many students and educators throughout her career.

She will be remembered as a tough, principled, and dedicated educator who significantly shaped the educational landscape in Kenya.

Bunyore Girls Former Principal Has Passed Away