Empowering communities through education
Discover how Marcos Comprehensive Academy (MCA) is making a positive impact beyond the classroom through our dedicated Community Development Initiative (MCADI). We believe in fostering academic excellence, responsible citizenship, and lifelong success within our school and the wider community.
About the Marcos Comprehensive Academy Development Initiative (MCADI)
The Marcos Comprehensive Academy Development Initiative (MCADI) is a non-profit organization established to enhance the mission of the Marcos Comprehensive Academy, a private high school located in Rokel, Western Rural District, Freetown, Sierra Leone. MCADI was founded to address the pressing challenges faced by students, families, and the surrounding community, recognizing the critical role of education, community development, and sustainable practices in creating a better future for all.
Our mission
MCADI’s mission is to empower students and communities through education, leadership development, economic opportunities, and sustainable initiatives.
Our history
Our history is deeply rooted in the ethos of the Marcos Comprehensive Academy, which has served as a beacon of hope and opportunity for young people in the Rokel area.
Our vision
The Academy’s commitment to academic excellence and holistic development inspired the creation of MCADI, expanding its reach beyond the school to address broader community needs.
Our community activity plan
This activity plan outlines the key programs and activities MCADI will undertake within its thematic areas for the upcoming year, including specific objectives, activities, timelines, responsible parties, and expected outcomes.
Education and skills development
Objective: Enhance access to quality education and provide students with skills for lifelong learning.
- Scholarship Program Implementation: Identify and award scholarships to 50 underprivileged students at Marcos Comprehensive Academy. Timeline: January–March. Responsible: Scholarship Committee, Head Teacher. Expected Outcome: 50 students supported to continue their education.
- After-School Tutoring Program: Conduct weekly tutoring sessions for students struggling in core subjects. Timeline: February–November. Responsible: Volunteer Teachers, Program Coordinator. Expected Outcome: Improved academic performance.
Impact through MCADI-style work
Through initiatives like MCADI, a school community often makes a difference in areas such as:
- Education support programs: Students and staff organize tutoring or after-school support for younger pupils in nearby communities, helping improve literacy and numeracy skills.
- Community clean-up campaigns: Learners participate in environmental activities such as cleaning streets, schools, and public spaces, promoting hygiene and civic responsibility.
- Outreach to vulnerable groups: Visits or donation drives to support children in need, elderly residents, or low-income families, providing learning materials, clothing, or basic supplies.
- Health and awareness programs: School-led campaigns on topics like sanitation, teenage health education, malaria prevention, and nutrition.
