Empower the Future: Educate Liberian Children

Dear project supporters,

Your support is giving students in Liberia who live below poverty level a chance to get their education.  The future leaders at Henry B Bennah Public School are working hard to complete their second semester of school before summer break.

In January, the students and teachers moved into the newly constructed school building where students continue to demonstrate excitement and enthusiasm for learning.  The new facility provides a better environment for learning and students’ enrollment has remained steady throughout the semester.

The school year will end on July 13^th and will reopen in early September.  An end of the year closing program is being planned and will involve a drama about the importance of education and careers.  Students are expected to identify the professions they are interested and act out those professions, for example, doctors, engineers, nurses, teachers, etc.   There will also be competitive sports events.  

With your ongoing support, we are excited to aid the school in making continued improvements for the next school year.  You are truly helping the future leaders of Liberia get their education. Thank you for making a difference!

With great appreciation,

Amy & the Develop Africa Team

Dear project supporters,

Thanks in part to your ongoing support, the staff and students were able to move into their new school building in January. A week prior to the opening of the new building, the principal, teachers and other staff members transported and unpacked supplies at the school.  It was a time of sheer excitement for all involved.  During the first week of classes at the new school, the pupils drew their favorite pictures on the classroom walls; several examples can be seen in the photos below.  

The students completed their first semester on March 9^th.  The pupils’  report cards were sent to their parents, with almost all the pupils having satisfactory grades. The end of the semester was also celebrated with the students engaging in fun outdoor activities.

The school looks forward to making even more improvements such as landscaping, completing the fencing around the building, and purchasing and installing playground equipment.  With your ongoing support, we are excited to continue to aid the school in making the improvements they still need.  You have truly made a lasting difference for these children!

With great appreciation,
Amy