The School Of St Jude

We have exciting news and need your help!    Our Founder, Gemma Sisia, is returning to Australia from late February to March next year. She is bringing a treasure trove of exciting news, updates, and inspiring stories from St Jude’s. And she won’t be alone, one of our incredible alumni is coming along to share their own inspiring journey with St Jude’s.     It’s been more than 20 years of St Jude’s, and we have plenty to share! But we need your help.     We are on the lookout for events, conferences, or speaking opportunities for Gemma and the alum while in Australia. Please help us spread the word to your connections: schools, Rotary Clubs, churches, community groups, and anyone who may be interested in hosting us.     Feel free to send us a DM for more information or collaboration.     Thank you very much and we are looking forward to seeing and hearing from you soon! Stay tuned for more updates. 

From St Jude’s to the World! Nine of St Jude’s alumni have recently traveled to neighboring Kenya on external scholarships to begin their university studies. As part of Community Service volunteers, they spent the last year volunteering as teachers in under-resourced government schools and at various placements throughout St Jude’s. Armed with valuable practical skills and knowledge from their year of Community Service, we are confident this marks the beginning of another impactful chapter of their lives. Congratulations scholars! We wish you the very best on your journey ahead!   

Turning pedals for education A team of highly motivated super supporters is gearing up for a ride of a lifetime. In the coming weeks, they will pack their gear, strap on their helmets, and cycle 1,600km to raise funds to support free, quality education at St Jude’s. All proceeds from this challenge will go directly toward providing free, quality education, equipping students with skills and knowledge to lift their communities out of poverty. You can support this incredible adventure and unlock opportunities for students through education by donating using the link in below. Let’s pedal toward a brighter future for Tanzanian communities together! https://lnkd.in/dQ99QtXW

Cultivating Confidence in Public Speaking   Remember Mwajabu, a St Jude’s student who recently won the 2024 Tanzania Debate Championship?   This month, she shares her inspiring journey on our podcast. From overcoming self-doubt to mastering the art of public speaking, Mwajabu's story is one of determination and hope.   Tune in to the full episode on our website (link below) or your favorite podcast platform, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.   https://lnkd.in/dtZYHXep

Kindness in Action; Saving Lives, One Drop at a Time 💙 Our secondary school students and staff at Smith Campus recently participated in a blood drive. This is our fourth and final blood drive at St Jude’s this year and will support local hospitals in replenishing their blood banks and helping patients. Kindness is one of our core values at St Jude’s and we take pride in how our staff and students embrace compassion, support, and empathy for our community. A huge congratulations to our St Jude’s staff and students for their dedication and compassion throughout this initiative. We're incredibly proud of your commitment to helping others. #schoolofstjude #kindnessinaction #blooddonor #savinglivesonedropatatime

Hi, we are hiring! - Head of Marketing; Lead a team and make a real social impact! We are excited to announce a great opportunity to join our team as the Head of Marketing at The School of St Jude. This remote, full-time PAID position is BASED IN  AUSTRALIA (not in Tanzania), but will be working closely with our onsite team here on the ground in Arusha, Tanzania. Below is the Job Description and application instructions for those interested. Alternatively, interested candidates can email any queries to Mondo Search through [email protected]. Please share this opportunity with your networks or anyone who might be interested!

“It all started from a deep desire to help children in need, especially those with disabilities," reflects Tabitha. In today’s #MonthlyAlumniThrowbackStory, we bring you Tabitha's powerful story of resilience, passion, and leadership. Tabitha is currently in her final year of university, pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Special Needs Education. She is one of the many alumni from St Jude's putting her skills to good use and impacting the community. Tabitha is on a mission breaking down barriers and make education accessible to all children. Tabitha’s story is one you won't want to miss. Read it in full at the link in our bio/ alumni/impacting-the-community-one-child-at-a-time/ #fightingpovertythtougheducation #schoolofstjude #tbt #impactingthecommunity

Today, our incredible Community Service volunteers, Muhammed and Salma are giving you a sneak peek of our onsite art gallery at Sisia Campus. All the artworks are made by our talented students and encapsulate the rich Tanzanian history, culture, and creativity. You can support our Student Art Program by ordering an original or a limited digital copy of the artwork at the link in our bio. / https://lnkd.in/dXucrWQk Grab a masterpiece and help a young artist shine! Interesting Fact: St Jude’s art is currently showing at the Brisbane Rotary Art Show until Friday 26th. Come and experience the creativity of our students yourself! For each original artwork, student artists will receive a 10% commission from the price. Learn more at the link in the bio. https://lnkd.in/dtMgYT3w #fightingpovertythrougheducation #schoolofstjude #supportyoungartists

The past two weeks have been exceptionally impactful, thanks to our friends from the Kufundisha Pamoja program. Kufundisha Pamoja (which means "teaching together" in Kiswahili) is a partnership program between schools in the United States and St Jude’s in Tanzania. Through this program, teachers from both sides exchange their skills, knowledge, and experience in pedagogy by running professional development programs, team-building training, co-teaching, and more. It’s been a wonderful experience learning from each other and gaining fresh perspectives in supporting students. A big thanks to our American Friends of St Jude’s (AFSJ), teachers, and schools in the USA for supporting this program. #fightingpovertythrougheducation #schoolofstjude