Diocese of Gizo Teachers Commemorate Teachers Day

Teachers from our diocese celebrated World Teachers Day on October 4th this year, joining the nation and the globe to commemorate the day.

They had their own style of organizing with fellow teachers and students, likewise in St. Peter Urban Training Center Gizo.

 An annual global celebration has continued since 1994, when UNESCO introduced it to recognize the pivotal role of teachers.

The day also commemorated the 1966 UNESCO/ILO Recommendation on the Status of Teachers, which set international standards for teachers’ rights, professional development, and working conditions.

The recommendation was made to ensure that educators have access to the tools and assistance they need to do their jobs well.

And it is commemorated on October 5 every year to honor educators' significant influence on our lives.

They mentor us through important life stages, imparting knowledge and raising responsible citizens; they are frequently referred to as second parents.

This day honors their commitment and labor in forming society on a global scale.

Thirteen Teachers Participate Leadership Workshop.

Thirteen teachers from Southern Deanery have participated in a two-day School Leaders Workshop, which commenced on the 18th of September here at Saint Peters Youth Center Gizo.

Teachers were from Vanga schools, Saint John Bosco Nusabaruku, St Peter UTC, Saint Eusebius Noro, and some of our diocesan staff.

 The workshop was facilitated by Western Province Chief Education Officer Sam Parubule, Senior School Inspector (WP) Willy Etupio, and Senior Officer Gerry Pitakia.

Sessions include school grants and how to retire them, school reports, and the teachers’ appraisal.

The workshop concluded on day two.

Italian Power-man Farewell

On July 27, an Italian volunteer bids the diocese farewell here at the St. Peter compound in Gizo after helping to restore a solar power system.

 He's Mr. Alverio, and he works really hard, day and night, getting data by communicating with the boys from Solomon to Italy.      During his three weeks here, he was able to fix the pastoral center and Moli School's electricity.   Noro Parish also had the benefit of having him twice for their solar system.

   

During the farewell dinner, Fr. Dominic Soloko expressed gratitude for his availability and a gift from Italy for the diocese.

He stated that while bishop emeritus had accomplished many things for our diocese, sustaining them was the other concern. He stated that after the system failed, we were required to pay a high-priced Solomon Power bill. With Averio we shift to lower cost.

   

He adds that we will continue to pray for you, bishop emeritus, Paola, and the other Italian volunteers and benefactors.

Finally, everyone thanked him for his safe travels to Italy.

20 Girls Attend a Day Formation.

Twenty (20) young girls were involved in the Come and See program for girls from Christ the King and St. Dominic parishes. They participated successfully in a formation program that began on May 20th.

    

Two Dominican sisters, namely Srs. Leonie and Clausina Pitamama were in charge of the program, and reporting from St. Dominic Sirovanga parish, Chris said that the program was enhanced by these sisters, who encouraged these young girls to integrate various spiritual practices such as contemplative prayer, meditation, and silence.

    

He said that a similar program for boys is planned for June. He continued by saying that the formation program's target audience is for other parishes in Choiseul Province.