📢UPSTU #ProDevHour - Don’t Miss Out! 🎉 💡 Science fairs offer a unique opportunity to make learner competence visible—but only when projects are grounded in real problems, inquiry, and student ownership. Join us this week on ProDev Hour to explore practical ways teachers can shift from display-focused exhibitions to meaningful, competence-based learning experiences._ 🌟 Topic: Science Fairs and CBC: Are Schools Building Competence or Just Displaying Projects? 🗣 Speaker: Ogwal Isaac – Education Planning & Curriculum Studies Specialist 📅 Date: Thursday, 30th April 2026 🕗 Time: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM 📍 Where: Online via Zoom 🔗 Zoom Link: bit.ly/upstuprodev 🔑 Meeting ID: 861 4294 9845 🔒 Passcode: UPSTU 📞 For inquiries, contact: 0767223025 📺 Follow us on YouTube: @upstu_2019 🌐 Visit our Website: upstu.org Join us every Thursday at 8PM for UPSTU ProDev Hour—where Professional, Economic, and Social Empowerment for teachers happens!

📢 Today on UPSTU #ProDevHour🎉 💡 Following the successful 2025 edition, UPSTU is pleased to introduce the UPSTU Science Innovation Projects Competition 2026 under the theme *“Scientific Innovations for Inclusive and Sustainable Development.”* This initiative continues to strengthen competence-based education by promoting project-based learning as a core componentn of summative assessment in both lower and upper secondary curricula. Join this week’s ProDev Hour for an information session on how schools can participate and prepare strong innovation projects for the upcoming competition. 🌟 Topic: Info Session: UPSTU Science Innovation Projects Competition 2026 🗣 Speaker: Auma Betty – Chairperson, Education Committee, UPSTU 📅 Date: Thursday, 5th March 2025 🕗 Time: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM 📍 Where: Online via Zoom 🔗 Zoom Link: bit.ly/upstuprodev 🔑 Meeting ID: 861 4294 9845 🔒 Passcode: UPSTU 📞 For inquiries: 0767223025 📺 Follow us on YouTube: @upstu_2019 🌐 Visit our Website: upstu.org

📢 UPSTU #ProDevHour Alert – Don’t Miss Out! 💡 This week’s session focuses on strengthening classroom practice through effective implementation of project-based learning under the competence-based curriculum. Join us for practical guidance from a curriculum expert on how to guide and assess suitable learner projects. 🌟 Topic: IMPLEMENTING PROJECT-BASED LEARNING 🗣 Speaker: Bonaventure Byaruhanga – NCDC Curriculum Specialist (Physics) 📅 Date: Thursday, 19th February 2026 🕗 Time: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM 🔗 Join Live: us06web.zoom.us/j/8614294984… 🔑 Zoom ID: 861 4294 9845 🔒 Passcode: UPSTU 📞 For inquiries: 0767223025 📺 Follow us at YouTube.com/@upstu_2019 🌐 Visit our Website: upstu.org Join us every Thursday at 8PM for UPSTU ProDev Hour — advancing Professional, Economic, and Social Empowerment for science teachers across Uganda.

📢 UPSTU #ProDevHour Alert – Don’t Miss This Session! 🎉 💡 This week's ProDev hour session will unpack the core principles of cooperatives. As SACCOs continue to play a critical role in teachers’ economic empowerment, it is vital that members clearly understand their rights, duties, and responsibilities to ensure transparency, accountability, and sustainability. 🌟 Topic: The Principles of Cooperatives 🗣 Speaker: Nagasha Dorah Senior Commercial Officer – Bushenyi District 📅 Date: Thursday, 5th February 2026 🕗 Time: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM 📍 Where: Online via Zoom 🔗 Join Live: us06web.zoom.us/j/8614294984… 🔑 Zoom ID: 861 4294 9845 🔒 Passcode: UPSTU 📞 Inquiries: 0767223025 📺 YouTube: @upstu2019 🌐 Website: upstu.org ✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to become a more informed, responsible, and empowered SACCO member. 📚 Join us every Thursday, 8–9 PM, for UPSTU ProDev Hour – where Professional, Economic, and Social Empowerment for teachers happens.

#ProDevHour session recording: Juliet Kavuma, a school counselor, led a professional development session focused on re-entry challenges for teachers returning to work after a long holiday break. The meeting covered emotional and physical challenges teachers face, including stress management techniques and the importance of setting boundaries between work and personal life. Juliet provided practical advice on managing anxiety, establishing routines, and implementing the slow start classroom protocol to help teachers navigate the transition back to work. Visit youtube.com/live/FR7BZsnu7SQ To watch recording.

Formative Assessment Strategies During Teaching and Learning: ProDev session recording and session slides shared with the teachers community via upstu.org/prodev-hour-recap-… #ProDevHour

📢 STARTING AT 8PM TODAY UPSTU #ProDevHour 💡 As we prepare for World Teachers' Day 2025, we explore how educators can lead the digital transformation as stipulated in the new digital agenda strategy by MoES. Lets discuss how to leverage effective, long-term, impactful integration of ICT in teaching, learning and school administration. 🌟 Topic: Leading the Digital Agenda: Actionable Tips for Sustainable Technology Adoption in Education 🗣 Speaker: Basekanakyo Deborah – Headteacher, Wanyange Girls School 📅 Date: Thursday, 25th September 2025 🕗 Time: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM 📍 Where: Online via Zoom 🔗 Join Link: us06web.zoom.us/j/8614294984… 🔑 Meeting ID: 861 4294 9845 🔒 Passcode: UPSTU 📞 For inquiries, contact: 0767223025 📺 Watch on YouTube: @upstu2019 🌐 Visit our Website: upstu.org 🧑‍🏫 Join us every Thursday at 8PM for UPSTU ProDev Hour – where Professional, Economic, and Social Empowerment for teachers happens!

📢 UPSTU #ProDevHour Alert – Dont Miss Out! 📚✨ 💡 As we scheme and plan for 3rd term, join us this Thursday for an insightful session on guiding learners to create their own notes—an essential strategy in the competence based curriculum. Discover how this practice not only enhances learning outcomes but also empowers students to take charge of their educational journey. 🌟 Topic: CBC Teaching Excellence: Guiding Learners to Make Their Own Notes 🗣 Speaker: Tr. @Arthurkugonza – H.O.D Biology, St. Mary's College Kisubi & Member of the Association of @biologyeducate 📅 Date: Thursday, 11th September 2025 🕗 Time: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM 📍 Where: Online via Zoom 🔗 Join Link: us06web.zoom.us/j/8614294984… 🔑 Meeting ID: 861 4294 9845 🔒 Passcode: UPSTU 📞 For inquiries, contact: 0767223025 📺 Watch on YouTube: @upstu2019 🌐 Visit our Website: upstu.org 🧑‍🏫 Join us every Thursday at 8PM for UPSTU ProDev Hour – where Professional, Economic, and Social Empowerment for teachers happens!

📢 UPSTU #ProDevHour Alert – Don’t Miss Out! 🎉 💡 _Its holiday season, and while children are at home, parents often face the challenge of engaging them gainfully—balancing rest, supplementing formal education with informal learning, and making it all fun and stress-free. This week’s session will equip you with strategies to ensure a smooth, meaningful, and enjoyable holiday for both you and your children._ 🌟 Topic: Parenting Children in Holidays: Strategies for a Stress-Free and Fun-Filled Break 🗣 Speaker: Faith Mirembe – Advocate & Human Resource Professional 📅 Date: Thu, 28th Aug 2025 🕗 Time: 8PM – 9PM 📍 Where: On Zoom 🔗 Join Live: us06web.zoom.us/j/8614294984… 🔑 Meeting ID: 861 4294 9845 🔒 Passcode: UPSTU 📞 For inquiries, contact: 0767 223 025 📺 Follow us on X: @upstu_2019 🌐 Visit our Website: upstu.org 🧑‍🏫✨ Join us every Thursday at 8 PM for UPSTU ProDev Hour – where Professional, Economic, and Social Empowerment for teachers happens!

It was a great call to action for all teachers to integrate career guidance discussions into their regular lessons! For those who missed, here's the recording youtu.be/SuXkyKOrKJI (dont forget to subscribe to the channel for more future #ProDevHour sessions!) Thank you!

📢 UPSTU #ProDevHour Alert – Don’t Miss Out! 🎯 💡 In the run-up to the 30th April 2025 project submission deadline (upstu.org/submit) for the UPSTU Science Innovation Projects Competition 2025, we’re hosting a series of resourceful professional development sessions to equip teachers as facilitators — from nurturing project ideas to compiling final reports! 👉🏻 This week, we are honored to host Mr. Mulumba Mutema Mathias, Curriculum Specialist at NCDC, to unpack how project-based learning should be aligned with curriculum standards. 🎓 Topic: Project-Based Teaching and Learning: Aligning with Curriculum Standards 🗓 Date: Thursday, 10th April 2025 🕗 Time: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM 📍 Where: Online via Zoom 🆔 Zoom ID: 861 4294 9845 🔒 Passcode: UPSTU 🔗 Link: us06web.zoom.us/j/8614294984… 📞 Inquiries: 0767223025 📺 YouTube: youtube.com/@upstu2019 🌐 Website: upstu.org 🚀 Let’s empower teachers to confidently guide learners in developing innovative science projects that meet curriculum goals. 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒Join us every Thursday 8PM for UPSTU ProDev Hour – where Professional, Economic, and Social Empowerment for teachers happens! #UPSTU #ProDevHour #TeacherEmpowerment #ScienceProjects2025

📢 UPSTU #ProDevHour Alert - Don’t Miss Out! 🎉 💡 _The future of education depends on strong leadership, and as teachers, we have the power to shape the next generation of leaders! But how can we inspire and guide young people to take on leadership roles with confidence and vision?_ 👉🏻 Join us this week as we explore practical strategies for mentoring and developing leadership skills in students. This session will empower teachers to nurture responsible, visionary, and confident youth leaders in schools and beyond. 🔬 Topic: Youth Leadership: Inspiring the Next Generation 🗣 Speaker: Faith Mirembe – Advocate & Human Resource Professional 📅 Date: Thursday, 27th March 2025 🕗 Time: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 📍 Where: Online via Zoom 🔗 Zoom Link: bit.ly/upstuprodev 🔑 Meeting ID: 861 4294 9845 🔒 Passcode: UPSTU 📞 For inquiries, contact: 0767223025 📺 Follow us on YouTube: @upstu2019 🌐 Visit our Website: upstu.org 🚀 Join us on UPSTU ProDev Hour every week for Professional, Economic and Social Empowerment for teachers. #UPSTU #TeacherEmpowerment

📢 UPSTU #ProDevHour Alert - Don’t Miss Out! 🎉 💡 The release of the 2024 NLSC UNEB results marks a significant milestone in Uganda’s education sector, especially as we embrace Competency-Based teaching and learning at different levels. But what do these results mean for science teachers, students, and the education system as a whole? 👉🏻 Join us this week as we reflect on the results, exploring key insights, challenges, and lessons for the future. This session will provide practical takeaways for science educators, school leaders, and policymakers. 🔬 Topic: REFLECTING ON THE 2024 NLSC UNEB RESULTS 🗣 Speaker: Auma Betty – Senior Teacher & UPSTU National Secretary for Education, Professional Standards & Discipline 📅 Date: Thursday, 13th February 2025 🕗 Time: PM - PM 📍 Where: Online via Zoom 🔗 Zoom Link: bit.ly/upstuprodev 🔑 Meeting ID: 861 4294 9845 🔒 Passcode: UPSTU 📝 What You'll Gain from This Session: ✅ Understanding the grading system and performance trends in science subjects ✅ Insights into challenges and opportunities under the new Competency-Based Curriculum as pioneers proceed to A'Level ✅ Practical strategies for educators to improve learning outcomes ✅ Discussion on how schools can better prepare students for CBC summative assessments 📞 For inquiries, contact: 0774988420 📺 Follow us on YouTube: youtube.com/@upstu2019 🌐 Visit our Website: upstu. org 🚀 Be part of the conversation that shapes the future of science education! #UPSTU #TeacherEmpowerment #Science4Development&Transformation

In this #ProDevHour session, Mr. Kwizera Robert (UPSTU Members’ SACCO Chairperson) shares practical tips on how science teachers can balance successful investments with unwavering professional excellence. Watch Full Session: via upstu.org/investment-tips-fo… Join us every Thursdays 8-9pm for ProDev Hour via Zoom bit.ly/upstuprodev #UPSTU #TeacherEmpowerment

📢 UPSTU #ProDevHour Alert - Don't Miss Out! 🎉 💡 _This week’s session will empower teachers with practical strategies for integrating project work and innovation in their teaching practices. Join us as we delve into this transformative topic to enhance teaching outcomes, improve competence-based student engagement, and foster critical thinking skills._ 🌟 Topic: PROJECT WORK AND INNOVATION FOR TEACHERS IN UGANDA 🗣 Speaker: Namisi Geoffrey - National Trainer, Chemistry - MoES 📅 Date: Thursday, 16th January 2025 🕗 Time: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 📍 Where: Online via Zoom 🔗 Zoom Link: us06web.zoom.us/j/8614294984… 🔑 Meeting ID: 861 4294 9845 🔒 Passcode: UPSTU 📞 For inquiries, contact: 0774988420 📺 Follow us on X: x.com/upstu_2019 🌐 Visit our Website: upstu.org Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights, collaborate, and stay inspired as an educator. See you every Thursday at 8 PM! 🌍📚

📢UPSTU #ProDevHour Alert! 🎉 💡 Happy New Year 2025 and welcome back from the UPSTU Annual Delegates Conference and AGM for UPSTU Members' SACCO! Join us during today's ProDev Hour session for insights and projections into the year ahead as we strive to empower science teachers. 🌟 Topic: NEW YEAR 2025 MESSAGE FROM UPSTU 🗣 Speaker: Elong Vincent - National Chairperson, Uganda Professional Science Teachers Union 📅 Date: Thursday, 2nd January 2025 🕗 Time: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 📍 Where: Online via Zoom 🔗 Zoom Link: us06web.zoom.us/j/8614294984… 🔑 Meeting ID: 861 4294 9845 🔒 Passcode: UPSTU 📞 For inquiries, contact: 0767223025 📺 Follow us on YouTube: youtube.com/@upstu_2019 🌐 Visit our Website: upstu.org ✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to start the year with insights and connection with fellow educators! See you there! 👨‍🏫👩‍🏫

📢 UPSTU #ProDevHour Alert - End of Year Special! 🎉 Join us this week for a special '2024: Year in Review' session to reflect on the progress, achievements, and updates from the UPSTU Secretariat._ 💡 What’s on the agenda? Get insights on key milestones, union programs, and initiatives that shaped the year, and learn what lies ahead for science teachers and UPSTU. 🌟 Topic: YEAR IN REVIEW: UPDATES FROM THE UPSTU SECRETARIAT 🗣 Speaker: @AronMugaiga- General Secretary, Uganda Professional Science Teachers Union 📅 Date: Thursday, 19th December 2024 🕗 Time: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 📍 Where: Online via Zoom 🔗 Zoom Link: us06web.zoom.us/j/8614294984… 🔑 Meeting ID: 861 4294 9845 🔒 Passcode: UPSTU 📞 For inquiries, contact: 0774988420 📺 Follow us on YouTube: youtube.com/@upstu_2019 🌐 Visit our Website: upstu.org ✨ Don’t miss this chance to engage, share, and prepare for a productive 2025! See you there! 👨‍🏫👩‍🏫

📢 UPSTU #ProDevHour Alert - Don't Miss Out! 🎉 💡The increasing enrollments of students offering sciences as an effect of salary enhancements for science professionals has led to heavy workloads, including long hours of preparation, teaching, practicals and marking assessments, resulting in limited rest, burnout, and Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) risk for science teachers! 👉 This week, we’ll discuss the importance of work-life balance, physical education and wellness tips. With the growing demands of the profession, this session is a must-attend for all educators striving to stay healthy, youthful and effective in their roles. 🌟 Topic: WORK-LIFE BALANCE FOR TEACHERS: PHYSICAL WELLNESS IN A DEMANDING PROFESSION 🗣️ Speaker: Julius Begumisa - Chairperson, UPSTU Youth Committee 📅 Date: Thursday, 12th December 2024 🕗 Time: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 📍 Where: Online via Zoom 🔗 Zoom Link: us06web.zoom.us/j/8614294984… 🔑 Meeting ID: 861 4294 9845 🔒 Passcode: UPSTU 📞 For inquiries, contact: 0774988420 📺 Follow us on YouTube: youtube.com/@upstu_2019 🌐 Visit our Website: upstu.org Don't miss the opportunity to learn, connect, and grow with your fellow teachers every Thursday, 8pm! 🌍📚

📢 Missed this week's #ProDevHour live zoom session? No worries! 🎥 Catch up on everything you missed through this article with embedded session recording: upstu.org/effective-loan-rep… During this session of UPSTU's ProDev Hour, the discussion centered on "Effective Loan Repayment Strategies to Maintain Financial Health," with a technical presentation by Chemisto Sulaiman, Treasurer of UPSTU Members' SACCO: 🚀 Watch the video through above link now & catch up! Don't forget to subscribe to the UPSTU YouTube channel for upcoming videos. Mark your calendar! Join us next week, same time (Thursdays at 8-9pm) for another empowering session to boost your professional development and wellbeing. Let's keep learning and growing together! 🌱✨ TeacherEmpowerment #ProfessionalDevelopment #FinancialHealth #LoanRepayment #UPSTUProDev #SACCO

🛑 UPSTU #PRODEVHOUR ALERT! Are you struggling with loans despite an enhanced salary? Are you considering applying for a new loan? Many teachers face financial instability due to unplanned borrowing, multiple loans, misunderstanding of loan terms, and lack of repayment strategies. Join us this Thursday as Mr. Chemisto Sulaiman , Treasurer of UPSTU Members’ SACCO, makes a powerful presentation on: 💡 Topic: Effective Loan Repayment Strategies to Maintain Financial Health 🗓 When: This Thursday, 5th December 2024 ⏰ Time: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM (ProDev Hour Every Thurday) 💻 Where: Zoom (Online Session) 🔗 Join Live: us06web.zoom.us/j/8614294984… Zoom ID: 861 4294 9845 | Passcode: UPSTU Follow us on YouTube: youtube.com/@upstu_2019 💬 Share this invitation with your network and join us for this powerful session! 👉 Let’s build a financially healthy science teaching community together! #UPSTUProDev #FinancialHealth #TeacherEmpowerment #UPSTUMembersSACCO