Send 70 At-risk Children to School in Thailand

The last week of October we opened our doors again for the start of the school second semester this year for our Half Day School students. After the three weeks break, students were glad to be returning to the shaded schoolrooms and reunite with their friends. At DEPDC we maintain the philosophy that every student we take in will be given knowledge, love, and cared for on our grounds. They come to school knowing that DEPDC is a safe place for them to be. Part of that commitment on our part includes providing them with nutritious lunches to fill their bellies and fuel their bodies. Thanks to your donations and continued support, we were able to start another school year keeping that promise. The students have enjoyed tasty, nutritional, vegetarian meals everyday this semester.  

A Visit From former students and Thai Volunteer

There is nothing sweeter than seeing our sons and daughters who have graduated return home for a visit. This semester, we were lucky to have more than 10 of our graduated children along with an old, beloved staff and intern member return to the Half Day School with donations in tow. Our dear friends came with stationary, eggs, dried goods, and condiments to donate for the children. To the kids delight, they also came with snack, milk and ice with syrup. A satisfying cool treat for a warm Thai afternoon. The students gathered to hear about the experiences of the HDS alumni and their memories of their time at DEPDC. They left the students with encouragement to continue their studies and grown in body, mind, and heart. 

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