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THE GROTTO OF VIRGIN MARY

Mother Of The Church

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Welcome to Mater Ecclesiae College

Rev. Fr. John Njorteah

Administrator

In an atmosphere of complementarity, our young boys and girls work together and offer their special abilities and potentials for the common good. The dignity of every human person, regardless of gender is of utmost concern in our College.

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To raise men and women of sterling character and profound integrity, imbued with sincere respect for the dignity of the human person regardless of creed, colour or class; love for learning and commitment to innovative leadership…

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Solid Education Foundation

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ECCLESIAE THOUGHTS

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April 14, 2020October 23, 2020

HOW OUR STUDENTS DESIGNED THE AUTOMATED HAND-WASHING MACHINE

Parents’ Testimonials

Our son, Eyinojuoluwa Akin-Salami, joined Mater Ecclesiae College (MEC) in SSS1 after returning to Nigeria in 2018, and he was able to cope with the discipline and rigors of academic studies at MEC. The school has helped laid the foundation for a future engineer in our son and we are proud of the godly traits radiating out of his life. Eyinojuoluwa has been well prepared for University education and his results in the December 2020 GCE and SAT examinations (English, 610 and Mathematics, 740) made it possible for him to be admitted to three schools in the United States (University of Oklahoma for Petroleum Engineering, Pennsylvania State University and Louisiana State University both admitted him to read Mechanical Engineering) and as of the time of writing this testimonial, he has been admitted to University of Windsor, York University, Brock University and Carleton University all in Canada his second country. Eyinojuoluwa achieved all these accomplishments even before writing his final WASSCE only because of the quality of education he received at MEC. As parents of Eyinojuoluwa, we would like to appreciate MEC, Father John, the teaching and non-teaching staff of MEC for their contributions to the success achieved by Eyinojuoluwa during his time in the school.

Mr. & Mrs. Akin-Salami

Parent

Parents’/Students’ Reflections

My experience thus far has been nothing short of impressive especially to the resolution of queries and support.

OLUFUNMILAYO WEY

Parent

We must say that Mater Ecclesiae College has exceeded our expectations as an institution of learning for our wards. COVID-19 has made virtually all spheres of life difficult. We thank God for technology and the school authority for taking advantage of the opportunities technology presented and the readiness. We’ve had wonderful experiences although not without some challenges, mostly network related. But overall, great efforts to keep the children engaged and also keep pace with the school calendar for the year. We truly appreciate and pray that God rewards everyone abundantly in Jesus name, Amen. Thank you.

MR. & MRS. NICHOLAS ODIETE

Parents

My journey in Mater Ecclesiae College has been both eventful and adventurous. The school started off small but over the years we have participated in many events with other schools and succeeded. We have now grown into a community which I am very happy to be part of.

NATALIE NJOKU

Student

In future I really hope to be part of the game changers that help strengthen the Nigerian Economy. I also have aspirations to be the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

I am really grateful to Mater Ecclesiae College for exposing me to music and enhancing my proficiency in the violin. I have also been exposed to public speaking through the opportunity of reading at daily Mass which has made me more confident. The school is teaching me how to live and co-exist with different people in harmony.

OLUWASEYITAN EDWARDS

Student

Mater Ecclesiae College has exposed me to a lot of things but the most exposure I got was Robotics. I’m not someone that is interested in technology but when I had my first encounter with robotics, I enjoyed it.

KAMARA EZENNA

Student

My journey in Mater Ecclesiae College has been quite long. It’s been full of challenges and breakthroughs. With the experiences I have gathered here so far, I intend to contribute to society by giving out time and efforts into matters I can change.

JOHNPAUL OBIOHA

Student

Impressive! In fact, I have talked a few people into sending their children to Mater Ecclesiae College.
I am happy I never made a bad decision even when I was talked into not going there due to the distance; I still did not listen and went ahead with my decision.

MRS. IKWUKA

Mater Ecclesiae College, in recognition of the fact that the future state of work is changing rapidly, is aggressively and courageously preparing students to be value-adding members of the society. The seamless manner the school adjusted to the challenges of COVID-19 induced lockdown is eloquent testimony.

MR. EDWARD ONWUBUYA

We are proud of you and who you have become these past few years, especially moving from Bethlehem Girls College (BGC) to Mater Ecclesiae College (MEC).

We are grateful to God for ordering our footsteps. We are particularly thankful to Fr. John Njorteah, the school administrator for the opportunity given to us, by admitting our daughter, Chibugo into the school starting from third term SS 2; despite all odds and understanding the predicament of B.G.C gas explosion tragedy. May the good Lord continue to bless Fr. John Njorteah.

We also thank the entire staff and management of the College. I will not but appreciate Mr. Patrick lgwe, Mr. David Oluyole and Miss Aduh Mary to mention but few; may the good Lord bless and keep you all.

We must confess that our daughter came to M.E.C and conquered fear. It was a great turning point in her life. I bless the name of the Lord for the great things He has done in her life. We are thankful to God.

MR. & MRS. ILOBANAFOR

Parent

As pioneer Parents of MEC, we would like to take this opportunity to extend our appreciation to the
Church of Assumption – Falomo, the Benefactors, Principal, Teachers, House Masters/Mistress,
Doctors, Nurses, Security guards and all other Staff, for their continuous Support, Care, Attention,
Collaboration, and most importantly Patience.
I cannot tell you how much your devotions have meant to us whilst MEC creating a platform of a
Family unit of fellow Parents with a common quest for quality and excellence.
As Parents of the Pioneer school of MEC, I can vividly remember how this journey started with lots of
expectations, hopes and its fair share of initial challenges.
However, with just under a Year, the School can stand very tall with other foremost schools across
the Country and those even much older, in terms of quality learnings, excellence and veracity.
With the resolve by the School authorities to ensure highest standards, we have witnessed huge and
exponential growth in our children and watched how they are growing into responsible and
intelligent Adults.
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to have our children in the school, and we wish all
Graduates, Parents, the MEC School, the greatest accomplishments and feats ahead in JESUS
Almighty Name.
Amen.

The Etiobhio; Parent of Edwin O.

MR. & MRS. A. ETIOBHIO

Parent

As Mater Ecclesiae College brings into the society it’s first set of SS3 graduands, I personally want to felicitate with them, and congratulate the management team, led by the indefatigable Revered Father John Njorteah, whose magic wand has transformed the students and by extension, the school, especially on infrastructures. One can only appreciate my position, if you had been part of this school from the onset.

I honestly marvel at the dexterity, commitment and joy with which he administers and manages the affairs of the school. His relationship with the students is second to none, as the students feel so much at home with him. This assertion is exemplified by the enthusiasm I observe in my children, each time resumption is approaching after their holidays. This shows the impact of the learning environment and the amiable nature of the management staff.

A friend recommended the school to my wife and I, so we decided to withdraw my son from his former school to join MEC despite the higher fees, compared to his previous school. There is no gainsaying the fact that the massive improvement I saw in my son necessitated our withdrawal of my other two children from their former school to MEC .

Our decision turned out quite rewarding, as there were fantastic changes, not only in their academic life but also in their morals and intellectual abilities, which also encouraged me to invite more families into the school.

Once again, my entire family rejoices with and congratulates MEC as they arrive at this point of there journey, while also expressing our appreciation towards the “Church of Assumption Falomo” for there foresight in establishing the school and picking the best to run its affairs.

May our merciful Lord, who has brought our children this far, remain evergreen with them as they march into new horizons and bless them with resounding success in life.

PRINCE & MRS. INNOCENT ELEOGU

Parent

It’s been quite a journey, and I will break it up into three components, one is initial school impression, second is wake up call to be a pioneering parent and the third is the incoming of non pioneering parents.

First, initial impression of the school.

When we were seeking a school for our third child, we had a choice of going out of town, out of Lagos State, but we wanted something local without all the travelling. Fortunately, we were informed about the Mater Ecclesiae College, a new school started by Falomo Church, Church of Assumption at Falomo, Ikoyi. We quickly did a visit to the school, we were impressed by the school set up, the land set up, the large area, a bit disappointed that they had cut down so many of the trees rather than creating a tree friendly environment. Anyway, we saw potential for the school, we saw potential for the landscaping, we saw potential for the children who would come here, we saw potential that we could influence the choice of teachers, the choice of leadership and the curriculum.

Thus, as pioneering parents we stepped into those shoes fairly quickly to help build the school. Many parents joined us and it was a delight really to engage the new leadership. Including the new initial crop of brothers who were assigned to run the school administratively, the initial crop of teachers who were hired through the interview process of Falomo church, and interacting with them was also a learning process for us. We saw potential to create the school of our dreams, we saw potential to create a school environment that was second to none, and really take on an academic standard that others would emulate.

The mindset of a pioneering parent.

Being a pioneering parent is not for everyone. If a parent is looking for what is already done, what is the track record, their success, their systems, then it’s not for you. A pioneering parent is one that is open to challenges, open to initiative, open to going out of their way to assist set up, to start things, to be an experiment, to plant seeds and nurture them to blossom. Many parents came through, expecting things to already be in order. Guys, sometimes, there was no water, we bought water dispensers, bottles of water. Oftentimes, we parents had to bring in some supplies, yes, that is how to be a pioneering parent. Many times, we came in on certain meetings with the school. We had several meetings with the board, and some meetings were troublesome meetings with the board at Falomo. Being a pioneering parent is not for the soft hearted, we influenced some of the landscaping, we influenced change of some teachers. We challenged the administration when we thought they fell short. We were bold to go, not only go to the board, but sometimes go beyond the board. That’s a pioneering parent. But we stood together because we saw a vision, we saw a possibility of a school like no other. Sometimes we went to the Archbishop.

As pioneering parents also, we stepped into even construction and infrastructure. The interlocking block on the school gate and entrance driveway was done by one of our second-year parent, who literally stayed there three days to make sure the task was completed. Other parents would call and follow up literally day and night about events at the school. For security matters, we had a security team of pioneering parents.

I salute and commend all of them, and I am sure you will see their names in the other pages of this book.

Incoming of the new parents

As the school progressed first year, second year, third year new parents arrived. Many came in without understanding what we had gone through, battling the administration, battling the board, and why we had to go through several changes of School administration before we finally settled for the current leader of the school, Father John Njorteah. In retrospect, it was a battle well strategized, well fought, and we are glad that the owner of the school, the proprietor of the school, the Archbishop came to our camp and brought in Father John.

There is a difference between pioneering and non pioneering parents, the complaints we hear today of non pioneering parents clearly tells us that we have done a lot for them, many of whom do not know the history of the school. We’ve shared with a few of them. Many challenges we surmounted to get a school for others to enjoy. Eventually, we knew it was time for us to hand the baton to the new non-pioneer parents. So with great joy, we the initial PTA and pioneering parents gladly handed the baton to the new parents to become the new PTA. We are happy with those whom were elected. Now they took up the mantle of seeing things running in the school, the examination systems, the examination choices, and working with the new administrator.

We have a wholesome school, wholesome location, the facility, the grounds and leadership. Of course there is always room for improvement, including landscaping. Father John is trying.

We appreciate all the parents and sponsors from Falomo church, who have kept their promises, the chapel has been erected, the senior classroom block is up, and more to come. We are tremendously in appreciation of all those who have kept this vision alive. And truly, going forward, we know this school will be extremely successful. We have seen the results already in terms of the dividends from the academic journey and the pace has been set.

Pioneering parents, Bravo! To all of you for staying through, we have one pioneering parent who left and came back, we are so glad to see that they came back.

Mater Ecclesiae College has tremendous opportunity, tremendous vision and possibility and we are happy to have set the foundation for many others to take, and pursue and run with it.

Dr. PATRICK IJEWERE (FIRST PTA CHAIRMAN OF MEC)

Parent

No words can describe how thankful my family is to have Valentine to be part of the MEC family, under the qualified teachers along with educational programmes you have. The teachers are so helpful, full of support and encouragement also bring the confidence in the class. The journey in MEC so far has been an awesome one. It has made my son more open, confident and bold. It has given him the encouragement to pursue his vision.

My wishes for the young graduating students is for the divine strength to move forward and upward irrespective of the challenges they face to achieve their goals and do exploits in the name of Jesus. Amen.

MRS. AKUBUEZE

Parent

It is with utmost pleasure and gratitude that I write to thank the Administrator father J. NJORTEAH and teachers, staff and management of this great school for their support, care, collaboration and most importantly their patience throughout this six years.

I had always loved the school from inception, the ambience/enabling environment suitable for studies, their love for each other, the spiritual and moral standard with expertise use of musical equipment highly recommendable.

The entire Management and staff maintained a wonderful work force with good team Spirit ,I urge you to keep up the good work with the expected standard.

I will chose Mater Ecclesiae all over again, as i remain in the system with my second son.

To God be the Glory

MR. & MRS. EKENE EBUNAM

Parent

It’s been a wonderful and memorable journey all the way.

From 2015 to 2021.

From JS1 to SS3.

From the little girl to our grown princess CHIDERA.

From the bumpy roads to the smooth ride .

From entering the hostel during drop- off to waiting at the entrance for inspection.

From the administration of Bro Wole to Our Able Rev.Fr. John.

It can only be God.

From the depth of our hearts we sincerely appreciate everyone that has made our stay in the school remarkable.

May our good Lord continue to bless and perfect all that concerns us IJN.

MR. & MRS. CHUKWUEMEKA ANYANWU

Parent

Our MEC, a laudable legacy of the Church of Assumption Falomo, Lagos commenced curricular activities
on September 13, 2015 with 25 students accommodated in one hostel. They formed an unbreakable
bond akin to that shared by siblings. MEC had two classrooms, JSS 1A & 1B located in the Administrative
Block. The College also boasts of unique architectural fabrics that produced its edifices when compared
to contemporaries.
Expectedly, the first three years post-commencement were riddled with teething problems resulting in
the withdrawal of children/wards by parents who were not so patient. Ironically, the same challenges
propelled other parents to active collaboration with the Advisory Board and School Administration
towards forging a formidable foundation for students and staff. The doggedness of pioneer parents was
infectious and contributed to the establishment of a foundation that has continued to blossom, while
molding the students for future leadership.
It is noteworthy that the active and positive impact of the pioneering parents culminated in the
assumption of the subsisting Administrative Team. Although still in progress, MEC has grown in leaps
and bounds. Today, we celebrate the graduation of our pioneer students who are reasonably equipped
to face the challenges ahead. In less than 6years, our MEC has turned out (and will continue to do so)
young boys and girls we are immensely proud of. MEC has recorded over 200 students and stands
parallel to contemporaries on curricular and extracurricular activities.
We give all the glory to God and thanks to our Mother Mary for her perpetual intercession. We want to
specially thank Fr. John and his indefatigable Team for their effectiveness, faith in our children and
commitment to the vision. We also thank the pioneer administrator and his team for paving the way. To
our amiable graduates, we say thank you for holding up strong through it all and for the responsible
personalities that you have all become. MEC is fast evolving into a Centre of excellence and attraction,
sought after by discerning parents. As ambassadors of this citadel of learning, let your light shine so
bright and may you always be celebrated in all facets of life. We are proud of you and may the Lord
bless your future. Amen.
Congratulations!

BARRISTER & MRS. VICTOR AGBOGUN.

Parent

Congratulations!!! Mater Ecclesiae College (MEC), Epe.

A new school, a new beginning. No predecessors to tell a story, no one to share feedback, having to
totally trust God on this choice, that was our faith when we began our journey to MEC in September
2015. We lost faith and stepped aside for two years and journeyed back again. While suffering with
anxiety of what may lie ahead, leaving an established system to return again, we journeyed on, not only
with one child but with two children!
To the Principal, Fr. John, we extend our sincerest thank you. It has not been an easy transition for any
of us, but your leadership and positive attitude have helped pull us through.
To our teachers, behind every successful man and woman, there is an unsung hero – a teacher who
silently enjoys tears of happiness when he or she sees her students succeed, we thank you all.
To all the other support staff – House Parents, Sisters, Security Personnel, Cleaners, Catering Staff- The
journey of these professionals began under the watchful and caring eyes of you all the silent warriors
who made the school a better place, we say a big thank you.
To our PIONEER Grandaunds – You have touched a new milestone with your hard work. Congratulations
on graduating from Secondary School! As students, you still have a long way to go and a lot to achieve.
Remember, there is nothing impossible in this world because you can achieve anything you set your
mind to. Happy Graduation.
Our felicitations will not be complete without remembering those we started this journey with, special
thanks to all the Pioneer Staff, Parents and above all to God Almighty and Our Mother Mary – Mother of
Perpetual Help.
Congratulations everyone and may the school continue to grow and raise up for the world great leaders
of integrity in Jesus Name – Amen.

MR. & MRS. MICHAEL D. GOMWALK & FAMILY

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