Hello friends--
We are trying to have most of these posts written from the students' perspectives, but I just wanted to jump on here for a minute to brag on our students. We just finished up our final work day today, and I am amazed at how much has been accomplished. We planted 75 trees for the live fence (and dug 25 more holes for future trees--not an easy job with the hard, rocky ground); we busted up the old concrete floors in 3 classrooms and poured new floors; we painted one building of classrooms as well as the administrative building; we added murals to the girls' dormitory; and the students spent one afternoon teaching classes. All of this could not have happened without the incredible teamwork these students have exhibited. They have all been troopers in every way, and they have been working so hard (even when exhausted). Not one single person has been a slacker on this trip, and everyone has maintained a positive attitude. Basically, we have an amazing group of students here.
What has been even more exciting for the leaders to see is how well our students have connected with the children and the community here. They have all reached out and shown so much love to the people we have met. I know that it will be very hard for us to say our goodbyes to our friends in Shompole when we leave in a couple of days.
I know that I am very proud of your kids, and you definitely should be, too--they are certainly leaving a lasting impression on the community of Oloika.
Much love to all of our families-
Tiffany Townsend
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Well, this doesn't surprise me at all but I'm so glad to hear it. Our kiddos are the best! Way to go, guys-- we're all so proud of you.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Ms. B
Thank you for the sweet words but I'm sure there is some great leadership from our faculty there as well!
ReplyDeleteTell the kids Mrs. Benson and Mrs. Laine have been trying to post comments but have had some problems - they keep trying!
Miss ya'll!
D. Wammack