Methodist Boys High School, Kissy Mess Mess, Freetown

The school has made its mark in all areas of human endeavor: the Christian Ministry, Law, Medicine, Business, Creative & Performing Arts, Teaching, Administration and Politics

MBHS was the first school in Freetown to have a marching band. It made its debut in 1885 during the school’s thanksgiving celebrations. The whole school assembled at one point and the school band led the procession to the church. The performance was witnessed by many because it was a ‘first of its kind.’ The band also accompanied the church service, after which it led the procession to the school grounds where students dispersed. Nowadays, the band is usually made up of both past and present pupils. The Crest
The lion at the top of the shield signifies “Lion Mountains,” a symbol of the hills overlooking Freetown, the capital city in which the school was founded. The shield on which the symbols rest signifies that students of this renowned institution should not be afraid to go ever forward in life. The eagle signifies that current and former students should always aim and soar high. The palm tree symbolizes the country’s natural resources

The ‘II’ sign is the symbol of the founder Benjamin Trigaskis

The cross symbolizes the Methodist denomination of the school

The scroll at the bottom contains the school’s motto, “Laboramus Exspectantes,” Latin for “We labor expecting.”