In 22 of Dec, we started our new Pop up School in one of the outskirt village called Shekhidre where 60 IDP’s family live in uncompleted buildings and tents. The Pop up will be one day per a week for two months in which the kids will have English lessons, hygiene lessons, art lessons, explores lessons, PE, play games , sing songs and dance . In the first day more than 50 kids gathered around us and welcomed us warmly. The kids were amazing. They were thrilled about the program, since it’s a first kids program in that village , No NGO has ever did such programs for the kids out there during four years of displacement. Volunteers and staff made a great contact with kids, they built a safe and joyful environment for the kids. On the second day, kids number reached 60. We will continue to bring education to people who have no or very limited chance. Thanks for EDGE Institute to sponsor this session.Smart Slider with ID: 5
International’s Education Teacher and Principle Training
One of ten best American School Principal, Dr. Stephen Swymer selected by U.S. Department of Education visited Panaga for a week sharing his knowledge with local teachers and school leaders! Dr. Stephen Swymer taught about what successful teachers have in common. He said and I quote “A good teacher teaches from his mind but a great teacher teaches from his heart”. The doctor’s material focused on what works in education. The elements, practices and goals were that of common in great schools all around the world. The doctor shared the common threads that connect all great teachers. The specific practices, beliefs and common traits great teachers throughout the world share. The final part of the training reinforced the common beliefs and practices of all great education leaders. The information was supported with clear examples and throughout the workshop the emphasis was on how education can change lives, change families, change communities and nations. The approach was focused on all levels of educators, new teachers or seasoned educators. The doctor also spent time on the significance of legacy educators who impact new teachers and the culture of a school environment. Plenty of time was allotted for questions, feedback and input. 25 local teachers from local organizations, Panaga team and volunteers benefited from the course. The all were given certificate at the end of three day training. The course was in coordination with iHi.
Humanitarian Aid Distribution
Distribution of clothes, toys, shoes, hand crafts, raw food, milk powder and financial support to specific students for more than 200 families! The donations were from Khaima NGO, Partners NGO, Chris Mack, Michelle Sanders and Monique Smits.