It has been a week since Ocerians left the school for the August break. Although the usually lively campus is relatively calm, Ocer has not gone completely silent. Construction projects are progressing, while students and teachers continue to represent the school in activities both at home and abroad. Within the school, work has been completed on two new student latrines. The project, which has taken slightly more than two months, has finally come to an end. The new facilitie

On 17 August 2026, Term II officially came to an end at Ocer Campion Jesuit College. After weeks of classes, assignments, tests, examinations and the countless demands of school life, students from S1 to S6 finally packed their bags and headed home, eager to enjoy a well-earned taste of holiday freedom. S4 enjoying the moment For the P7 candidates, however, the holiday had to wait a little longer. While the rest of the school was making its way home, the P7 pupils remained be

Since its inception, Ocer Campion Jesuit College has seen the birth of several clubs. Some have arrived with great enthusiasm and plenty of fanfare, only to disappear quietly when circumstances became less favourable. Others, however, have proved that they are made of sterner stuff. They have survived changing seasons, busy school calendars and the occasional shortage of enthusiasm, managing to remain active and relevant. Among these survivors is the Ocer Debating Club, curre

Since the beginning of Term II, there has been one week that Ocerians have come to regard with a mixture of anticipation, confusion and, perhaps, a little dread. It is the week that comes after examinations but just before the August break—a strange stretch of days when the usual school routine seems to have packed its bags and gone on holiday ahead of everyone else. Some jobless S2 members Welcome to “the lousy week.” But is it really as lousy as its reputation suggests? Stu

On 2nd August 2026, the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time, the Ocerian community celebrated a special Sunday Mass led by the school's staff members. While it is customary for a different class to animate the liturgy each Sunday, this week the responsibility was entrusted to the staff. Staff arriving for mass Staff members took up the various liturgical ministries, serving as ushers, readers, choir members, and offertory procession leaders, among other roles. United in service, the

Every year on 31st July, the Church celebrates St. Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits). Ocer Campion Jesuit College, an institution founded by the Jesuits, could not let this important day pass unnoticed. Being a Friday, a balance had to be struck between the day's academic programme and the feast. Students attended their usual classes until 10:30 a.m., after which they proceeded to Blessed Seelos Chapel for the celebration of the Holy Mass.

The Talitha Kum Club of Ocer Campion Jesuit College joined the rest of the Catholic Church on 30th July 2026 in celebrating the feast of St. Josephine Bakhita, the patron saint of victims of human trafficking. The occasion served as an opportunity to raise awareness about the growing threat of human trafficking and to inspire young people to become advocates for human dignity and justice. St. Josephine Bakhita was born in Sudan and, as a young girl, was kidnapped and sold int

On 22nd July 2026, the Ocerian community marked the fifth anniversary of the death of Fr. John Chachu, SJ, who served as Headmaster of Ocer Campion Jesuit College from 2016 to 2021. The day began with lessons as usual. At 3:00 p.m., students, teachers, and other members of the school community gathered in Blessed Seelos Chapel for a memorial Mass in honour of the late Fr. Chachu. The Mass was celebrated by Fr. Meyo, SJ, the current Headmaster, assisted by Fr. Isaac Kiyaka, SJ

If there is one day on the OCJC calendar that can compete with the excitement of opening day, closing day, or the last exam, it has to be Visitation Day. It is the day when homesickness takes a holiday, plastic bags multiply mysteriously, and even the quietest students suddenly become tour guides. On 19th July 2026, students of Senior One, Senior Two, Senior Three, and Senior Five welcomed parents, guardians, relatives, and friends who travelled from different parts of Uganda

This week, the OCJC community joined family and friends in mourning the untimely passing of Lapolo Faith Kakonge, a member of the Senior Four Class of 2025. Faith studied at Ocer from 2022 to 2025 in the Green Stream. During her time at the school, she distinguished herself through leadership and service. In Senior One, she served as Dining Hall Captain, and from Senior One to Senior Three, she was the Green Stream Class Captain. She was also an active and dedicated member of

One way to keep momentum is to keep setting bigger goals. That was the spirit that drove the 2025–2026 Prefectorial Council, better known as the Jubilee Cabinet. Lawino Mercy I am Lawino Mercy, and I had the privilege of serving as the General Secretary of this cabinet. Ours was the first cabinet, since the inception of the school, to adopt the name Jubilee as the banner under which we pursued our aims and objectives. At the heart of our service was a commitment to responsibi

The weekend of 26th–28th June 2026 was one of excitement, determination, and sporting excellence for the Ocerian community as the school took part in the Regional Ball Games II Championships. A contingent of 70 student-athletes proudly represented the college across various disciplines, demonstrating exceptional talent, discipline, and resilience against some of the strongest schools in the region. The team was accompanied by dedicated staff members Mr. Okello Gilbert, Ms. Ap

The Ocerian community came together on 19th June 2026 to pay its final respects to the late Mr. Okello Patrick, during a solemn requiem service held at the school. Family members, relatives, friends, colleagues, alumni, students, and other well-wishers gathered in prayer and remembrance to celebrate the life of a man whose dedication and selfless service left an enduring mark on the Ocer community. Students paying their tributes through art Mr. Okello faithfully served Ocer f

Excitement is steadily building across Ocer Campion Jesuit College as preparations for the much-anticipated 2026 Cultural Gala reach their peak. Scheduled to take place on 12th June 2026, the annual event promises to be yet another vibrant celebration of talent, culture, creativity, and community spirit. S3 Class in action In classrooms, dormitories, and various corners of the school compound, students can be seen rehearsing tirelessly, perfecting dance routines, polishing dr

On Saturday, 6th June, the Ocerian community gathered in the TW Hall to officially open the campaign season for the 2026/27 Prefectorial Council. Students aspiring to various positions on the Council took to the microphone to present their manifestos, outlining their plans and persuading their colleagues to vote for them. The voters, on the other hand, were not content to be passive spectators in the process. They demonstrated commendable democratic maturity by asking thought

As April came to a close, students of Ocer Campion Jesuit College gradually departed for the much-awaited May holidays. The departure happened in phases, beginning with students in Senior Two, Senior Three, Senior Four, and Senior Six. Meanwhile, students in Senior One and Senior Five remained at school for an additional week to participate in what has now become popularly known as the Patriotism Program. The Patriotism Program is a special initiative aimed at instilling in s

On 27th April, the school gates swung open—not for lessons, but for goodbyes—as secondary students officially wrapped up Term I of 2026. Bags were zipped, trunks locked, and excitement filled the air as students in S2, S3, and S6 (Arts) set off for home, ready to trade classrooms for holiday freedom. But not everyone left. S1 and S5 students stayed behind, stepping into a different kind of classroom—the week-long Patriotism Programme. Meanwhile, S6 Science students remained i

On 29th and 30th March 2026, OCJC students studying agriculture (S2 to S6) had the opportunity to attend an agriculture exhibition organized by the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) at Kaunda Grounds. S4 and S6 attended the exhibition on the 29th; S3 and S5 did likewise on the 30th. The five classes have a total of approximately one hundred and eighty-eight students studying agriculture. As Lagum Concy, S3 class coordinator, reports, the students

Term I of 2026 has seen various categories of sports represented at the district level. Girls' football was not left behind. OCJC, the home of beyond academic excellence , was eager to leave a mark and, yes, a mark it did leave, albeit a faint one. The 2026 girls' football team had twenty-three players who were trained by Mr. Olara Joe and captained by Aber Gabriella Mercy Bangi (S3, Red). The team trained for about five weeks before declaring themselves ready for the tournam