Help us to construct a new Classroom

Roko 20 Academy continues its mission to provide a quality education accessible to all and to work with less fortunate families to make them self-sustainable.  We are achieving all of that thanks to your continued support.  Here's a short update on the past few months at Roko 20.

Classroom Construction Campaign

A special thanks to all who donated to our latest GlobalGiving fundraising campaign to build a new classroom for Class 5.   Unfortunately we didn't reach our goal.  Admittedly it was a high bar we set and the shortfall is close to £3,000.  Plans are underway to host a fundraising Bingo event in the UK this November and we hope to raise enough to bridge the gap.  However if you would like to help us reach the target then there's still time to donate on our GlobalGiving page.

Pupil Achievement

One of our stars shone particularly brightly last term when one of our sponsored pupils, Nancy, achieved second place in the end of term exams out of all the girls in the 12 schools in Gikundu Zone. We are very proud of her.

Welcome back!

At the beginning of last term we were pleased to welcome back, Job, our Manager.  As he takes over the day-to-day operations from the Director at Roko 20 we are confident that we will no longer find ourselves in the difficult financial position we experienced earlier in the year. 

We were genuinely overwhelmed by the responses received from that call for help.  The generosity of our supporters ensured that we were able to continue operating for quite a number of months.  Thank you.

Development

Roko 20 has recognised the need for a clearer and more efficient organisation and currently the management team is receiving support to develop its governance and operational policies to ensure the long term success of the school.   Our first policy sets out the organisational structure to establish how we operate and assist in obtaining goals to allow for future growth.  By January 2019 we will have this in place.

Improving lives

Its a sad fact that a number of our pupils suffer from Jiggers, (Tunga penetrans or chigoe flea).  This is a parasite insect that burrows itself under skin, particularly the feet, and if left untreated, can lead to secondary infections that can be fatal. 

Timothy, a sponsored boy in Class 2, was constantly being infected by these jiggers.  Sometimes he could barely walk with this infliction and in constant pain. Treating them at school was simply not enough to keep them at bay.

Two of our sponsors came together to fund the laying of a concrete floor in Timothy’s home.  Jiggers are no longer a problem for Timothy and he is now painfree, healthy and happy. 

Thanks to all concerned for enabling us to make a difference to this boy’s health and future. 

Our team is doing some great work here at Roko 20. 

Thank you for helping us to continue!

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