Mrs. Sjoberg is the leader of the Muna Tree Village (Middle Years).
“The muna is probably the tallest (over fifty metres tall) indigenous tree in Kenya. The best place to see it is in the tea fields of Kiambu and Muranga districts. There it stands out like an isolated sentinel marking the way through the tea. The muna has a beautiful, fluted stem trunk; it is this fluted stem trunk that made muna so important, when the tea area was dense forest. The distinct stem was a key path marker and meeting point for travelers. When clearing the forest, people were very reluctant to cut the tree down, so it has remained, towering over everything else in the tea country. Enough trees were cut for Kenya Trees and Shrubs to list it as good timber. Its best use, perhaps, is to be left alone for its appearance. The muna is found in the wet highland forests of Mt. Kenya, the Aberdares, Mau Summit and North to the Cherangani Hills. The muna seed requires a humid, shady environment with thick humus in which to germinate… Muna must now be regarded as a rare species and is considered endangered.”
Muna Tree Village, the oldest in our school – the tree you’ve chosen is the tallest one in our ecosystem. We see you, as well, standing tall in our school community; other students and classes look up to you. We charge you to be role models in our school, and to stand proud and strong for your own ideals as well as the ones that we have agreed to as a school. We pledge to remember that each one of you is rare and unique, and although you are strong, you also need to be nurtured delicately. You are beautiful in your individuality; we can learn from you, and you will one day be the sentinel adults who will stand as markers in our world.
Ms. Donna is the alpha of the Jackal Class (Primary Years Three). The jackal is a member of a canine family. It can be found in Africa, the Middle East, India and in the southeastern parts of Europe. Jackals can survive in deserts, savannas, grasslands, marshes, bush-lands, woodlands and mountains. There are three species of jackals: the golden jackal the side-striped jackal and the black-backed jackal. They differ in types of habitat, in size, and in color of their fur, but they all have bushy tails. Jackals are opportunistic feeders, meaning that they will eat whatever is available. Jackals like to eat snakes and other reptiles, smaller gazelles, sheep, insects, fruit, berries and sometimes even grass. Jackals can live a solitary life, work as a couple, or be a part of a large group, called a pack. Jackals are fiercely territorial. They are also very vocal animals and use a wide variety of sounds to communicate. Their most notable sounds include yips, howls, growls and “owl-like hoots.” A siren-like howl is produced when food is located. 
Ms. Brittany’s class is known as the Grass Snakes Village (Primary Years Two), which reminds us that there are so many different and important forms of life in our ecosystem. Likewise, there are so many different and important kinds of people in our community. Some people don’t like snakes, but snakes are important and we can learn many things from them! Grass Snakes are nonvenomous snakes that live in woodlands, grasslands, and marshes, near ponds and streams, and can live in a variety of climates and altitudes. Grass snakes are usually brown or green in color and have rings of black and yellow behind the head. They are active during the day. They are carnivores, swallowing their prey of small amphibians, mammals and birds in one bite! They use their sight and their excellent hearing to hunt, and like to bask in the sun after a meal. Grass snakes apply several defensive strategies when they are threatened. They can lay motionless and pretend to be dead. They can release a foul-smelling substance, or when they are cornered, grass snakes can hiss and strike at their opponent with their heads. They are also excellent swimmers and fast-moving animals!
Welcome to the Mugumo Village (Primary Years One)!
The Baobab Village (Early Years Two) is lead by Ms. Berit and Ms. Esther. Baobab trees are amazingly useful, and extract from them can smell good, soften our skin, and even nourish us with Vitamin C! The fruit of the baobab is edible and the tree is known as the world’s largest succulent. The crevices of the baobab tree collect rainwater, which provides water for people and animals; even its roots can be tapped as a way to get water. The baobab tree is known as the tree of life. It can provide shelter, clothing, food, and water for animals and humans. The cork-like bark and huge stem are fire resistant and are used for making cloth and rope. The leaves are used as condiments and medicines. Some people think that baobab trees look like they were planted upside-down. When baobab trees are young, they are quite small for several years; however, the biggest trees in Africa are the baobab trees of South Africa. Some trees there used as houses, barns, pubs and even a dairy!
Welcome to the Acacia Village (Early Years One).
