School 135 poor Cambodian children to prosperity.

CBE School, a community school in Phnom Penh Capital, has been renting a house since 2007 for almost 16 years. In July 2023, the house owner sold it to a new owner, who decided not to continue the contract for the CBE, indicating a shift in the school's renting practices.

The new CBE school is located in a slum area near the old school, providing easy access for target children to attend school which is situated 3 km away from the old location and is a poor area in the city where many migrants come to find a job. The SCC office and CBE School are currently moved in together. Parents and guardians of children studying at CBE make a living from various jobs, including construction workers, transportation service workers, village security guards, dishwashers, and small businesses. However, these jobs do not provide regular income, especially for families with many children. The high cost of living in the city, especially education, makes it difficult for these families to afford education. CBE is seen as an angel contributing to these children's learning like other rich children.

The SCC-CBE school has been offering advantages to orphans, vulnerable children, and children living with HIV. The school provides spacious classrooms, a playground, and ample storage space for learning materials. The teachers and staff collaborate to enhance efficiency and productivity. They (teachers) are skilled in preparing materials for their children, and children often learn morality and meditation. While the school supervisor observes teachers' learning and teaching. However, there are disadvantages, such as children having to walk to school due to parents' busy with their early morning work, high expenses of renting buildings, water and electricity, and increased demand for learning materials.

Supporting vulnerable children living with HIV and poor young adolescents is crucial for their glorious future. Teachers and students urge philanthropists to join in supporting these children, ensuring they have morality and knowledge for themselves, Cambodia, and the whole world.

The SCC-CBE Project aims to provide extra-curricular activities for children from poor families, enhancing their education and promoting better learning outcomes. The project focuses on English and Khmer language classes and encourages parents and caregivers to support the students' in-home studies. In 2023, 88 orphans and vulnerable children from 65 poor families in Boeung Kak received free additional education in English and Khmer languages. The students involved in the project ranged from level kindergarten to level 3, however, there was a 20% decrease in enrollment due to families moving from the SCC's target area. beyond the in-school education, 130 home visits were conducted to 65 poor families, where staff consulted with families on issues of education, COVID safety, school attendance, hygiene, and nutrition. To promote children's protection and education, International Children's Day celebrations were held, with 88 children in attendance. Parent meetings were held in February and April 2023, with 63 parents/caregivers participating. Moreover, 68 out of 88 children received basic life skills instruction on children's rights, child abuse, human trafficking, and environmental conservation. SCC has collaborated with Projects Abroad since 2007 to provide instruction in health, hygiene, nutrition, first aid, English, and Math. Additionally, stakeholders and local authorities continue to build good relationships and communication with the school supervisor and teachers by regularly following up on children's studies, school attendance, and learning results. Local authorities also provided information, support, and motivation to students and families in areas such as domestic violence avoidance, nutrition, attending school regularly, and completing education. In short, your contribution via GlobalGiving has significantly contributed to promoting children's education and protection in poor and slum communities. For example, the project has provided food, food distribution, and packages to vulnerable families, enhancing their food security and encouraging their children's regular attendance at both state and CBE schools.