Prominent medical doctor and educationist Professor Johannes Marisa has pledged to support teachers at Westview Group of Schools to upgrade their academic qualifications, a move aimed at motivating staff and strengthening the quality of education at the institution.
Marisa, who recently attained professorship and is a lecturer at the Great Zimbabwe University Medical School, is the director of Westview Group of Schools.
The school is a boarding high school located in Reinham, just outside Harare, under the Zvimba Rural District Council. Westview Group of Schools offers both Zimsec and Cambridge curricula from Form One up to A Level, positioning itself as a centre of academic excellence.
Addressing teachers at the school, Marisa said he intends to personally support two or three teachers to further their studies this year by enrolling for either Bachelor’s or Master’s degree programmes.
“I am hoping to assist two or three teachers to upgrade themselves academically by enrolling for either Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees this year,” said Marisa.
“The selection will be based on hard work, loyalty, dedication and overall commitment to the school.”
A holder of four Master’s degrees, Marisa said investing in teachers’ professional growth was a strategic move that would benefit both educators and learners.
“When teachers upgrade themselves, the school benefits through improved teaching methods, stronger academic outcomes and a culture of continuous learning,” he said.
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Marisa also highlighted the school’s recent academic achievements, noting that a significant number of Form 2 learners passed O’ Level English, a subject often regarded as a benchmark of academic quality.
“We take great pride in these results as they reflect the quality of teaching and learning at Westview,” he said.
“At the same time, the school remains open for enrollment to learners who may not have performed very well elsewhere, as we believe in nurturing potential and giving every child a chance to succeed.”
Beyond staff development, Westview Group of Schools continues to broaden its learner support systems.
The institution provides free medical cover to its learners, a rare offering among private schools, reflecting its holistic approach to education and child welfare.
The school also places strong emphasis on information and communication technology and is actively pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (Stem) education to prepare learners for a rapidly evolving global economy.
Marisa’s pledge has been welcomed by staff, who described it as a morale booster and a clear demonstration of leadership committed to both educational excellence and staff empowerment.
