Houses

The House System at Tanyigbe Senior High School (TASHS) is a fundamental part of campus life, designed to foster community, discipline, and healthy competition among students.

The roles of these noble houses typically include:

1. Residential Units (Dormitories): For boarding students, each house serves as a living unit, providing accommodation and creating a family-like atmosphere where students from different year groups cohabit.
2. Fostering Community and Belonging: Students are assigned to a house upon entry, and this assignment usually lasts throughout their time at the school. This creates a strong sense of identity, loyalty, and belonging within their house group.
3. Inter-House Competitions: A significant aspect of the house system involves regular competitions in various areas, such as:
   • Sports: Athletics, football, basketball, etc.
   • Academics: Quizzes, Debates, Subject Challenges.
   • Culture & Arts: Drama, Music, Dance performances.
   • Discipline: Houses may also compete for the best disciplinary record. These competitions build teamwork, sportsmanship, and school spirit.
4. Mentorship and Leadership: Senior students within each house often take on leadership roles (e.g. House Prefects), providing guidance and support to junior students. This helps new students integrate smoothly and contributes to their personal development.
5. Discipline and Welfare: The house system often plays a role in student welfare and discipline, with Housemasters/mistresses overseeing the well-being and conduct of students within their assigned house.

In essence, the houses at Tanyigbe SHS are more than just living spaces; they are vibrant communities that contribute significantly to the students’ holistic development and overall school experience.