Damico College of Arts and Science commenced academic activity at the school's permanent site, 1 old Ibadan road, Powerline Junction, Ile- Ife, Osun State, Nigeria, on Monday, 26th September, 2011 with two students registered in senior secondary school 1 (SSS 1). The pioneer students were Orji Flourish and Orji Faith, both girls, twins of same parents.
The first Principal of the School was Mr Owabumuwa Julius Olufemi and was supported in the work with the following accomplished members of staff:
Miss Ogugua Chidinma Secretary
Mr Olojede Bursar
Mrs Adesiyan Dorcas Technical Director
Mr Awojoodu Rotimi Teacher
Mr Emeka Nwaogu Teacher
Miss Folashade Adeyemi Teacher
Mr Fakorede Emmanuel Teacher
Mr Izuchukwu Onyemaechi Teacher
The school hang her activities on computer-support teaching in which all teachers and students have a laptop each and this is aided with IP Board (Electronic Board).
Two students joined the school before the end of first term by the names Adedokun Barnabas and Jesuye Odeyemi who were admitted into SSS 1. In January, 2012, the student's population increased with the registration of:
Ashamu Inioluwa JSS1
Lolade odubiyi JSS1
Bateye iyanuoluwa JSS 1
Abegunde Tobi JSS3
In May 2013, Mr Fakorede Emmanuel Oluwaseyi assumed the office of the Principal.
As at today, the population of the school is 62 as follows:
JSS 1 18 students
JSS 2 9 students
JSS3 11 student
SSS1 10 students
SSS 2 9 students
SSS 3 5 students
The subjects offered by the school currently, are:
Junior Secondary school: General Mathematics, English language, Yoruba, German, French, Basic Science and Basic technology, , Business studies, Cultural and Creative Art, Music, Prevocational Studies, Leadership.
Senior Secondary School: Compulsory subjects include; General Mathematics, English Language, Civics, Animal Husbandry, Computer studies. For the electives we have
Senior Secondary Science and Mathematics: Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Applied Electronics.
Senior Secondary Humanities: Literature in English, Christian Religious Studies, Government, Economics
Senior Secondary Business Studies: Principles of Account, Commerce
It is noteworthy to make mention of the visioneer of the school who expended much energy and material resources in the realisation of the school's dream, Dr Dayo Michael Oguntuase, the Director of Studies. As at today, the school is a centre for SSCE WAEC and NECO examination having given a bill of clean health by Osun State Ministry of Education and the Federal Government.
We welcome the opportunity of your ward being part of the success story of our School. Give them this opportunity!
Fakorede Emmanuel Oluwaseyi
Principal
