By Amy Baty-Herbert | Project Leader
Among the schools that benefited from the Year of the Pencil distribution was Emmett Primary School, where 600 students each received a pencil pouch filled with 10 pencils and a sharpener—providing them with essential tools to support their learning.
This distribution addressed a critical and everyday need and brought smiles to each child. For many students, a pencil is more than a simple school supply—it is a gateway to participation, practice, and progress. Without basic materials, children struggle to fully engage in lessons or complete assignments, even when they are eager to learn.
Today, students at Emmett Primary School have reliable access to the pencils they need to write, practice, and participate with confidence. Teachers also shared that having enough supplies in the classroom reduces disruptions and allows more time to focus on teaching and learning.
We are deeply grateful for your generosity and commitment to ensuring that no child is left behind. As we move forward in this year, we remain dedicated to empowering and educating students across Sierra Leone.
Together, we are building a stronger foundation for education— one child and one classroom at a time.
With gratitude,
Amy & the Develop Africa Team
GlobalGiving@developafrica.org
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