St. Mary's Catholic Model High School is an independent,

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and

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, located in

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. Its motto is "Faith, Knowledge and Love". The school was founded and officially opened on 25 September 2006. The proprietor is His Lordship, Most Rev.

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Administration

Located within the Diocese of Port Harcourt, the school is run by the Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Mother of Christ. The sixth and current chaplain is Rev. Fr. John Dumale while the school principal is Rev. Sr. Mary Breda Chilaka.

Chaplains

Former chaplains of the school include: *Rt. Rev. Monsignor Peter Ohochukwu *Rev. Father Joseph Abah *Rev. Father Leo Eke *Rev. Father Poroma *Rev. Father Felix Odu

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Administration

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