By James Musyoka | Field Director & Director of Operations
We are excited to share that 10 handwashing stations have recently been installed in 1 secondary and 9 primary Schools benefiting over 3,500 children. All the students in these schools were trained on effective hand washing using soap and water as a sure way of maintaining hygiene by keeping away germs. During the trainings, all recipient schools benefited from a month's supply of antiseptic soap. Before the project was done, all these schools lacked a unit for washing hands and therefore children had to do without washing their hands on many crucial times; especially before eating and after visiting the toilet. With these hand washing units in place, the hygiene of the children is now much assured and children can regularly attend school and concentrate on their studies.
"Hand washing is a good hygienic practice in ensuring our children remain healthy. My school is grateful for the donation of a hand washing unit which will ensure that our children can sustain handwashing at all times" (Mr. Muia - Headteacher at Ngului PS)
Three Primary Schools (Kambiti, Wamunyu ABC and Mbaikini) with a total of 120 students are currently training on 21st century IT skills at the Kenya Connet LRC. When they complete their training, the group will add to the existing 452 students already successfully trained since the LRC opened its doors in November 2012. IT skills are preparing young children to the modern work place.
Many children in our enrolled schools are challenged by English language, as it is their second and sometimes third language to learn. In order to improve on their mastery of English language, students need to practice much on reading. Seven schools have benefited from a one-year's subscription to Young African Express Magazine (YAE). The magazine is a great tool in helping the children to master and improve both oral and written English language. More storybooks were purchased for the LRC library from Jacaranda Designs publishers. These new additions of books are authored by Kenyan writers.
"Every time I visit the Kenya Connect LRC for computer classes, I enjoy reading some good storybooks in the library"
(Mwikali M. - Student at Wamunyu ABC PS)
We have also been able to built a composter at Mbaikini Primary school to recycle organic waste. The students were trained on how to make good compost and have had the opportunity to practically carry out composting. Recycling organic materials will produce compost for crops and flowers in the school while maintaining the environment clean.
Further more, three schools have benefited from soccer balls. These will help the students to develop their extra curriculum skills and allow them to play at recess and enjoy their life in school just as kids.
We are grateful to all the donors for contributing to these projects to make life in school much better for the children in Wamunyu, Kenya. Your donation will go along way in improving the quality of education in our local schools and what a wonderful way for us to begin the New Year!
We are ending this campaign, but stay tuned for our next big exciting project. Hint; do you love the Magic School Bus?
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By Sharon Runge | Executive Director
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