Cyakabiri Preschool

Cyakabiri Preschool finsihed it's second term today. What an accomplishment for the three teachers. Most of the kids attended with a parent, grandparent, sibling or guardian.

Teachers explained what the classroom activities were throughout this term and had children do demonstrations. Artwork and journals were shared. Even the newly purchased box turtle came out to greet everyone.

The children sang the national anthem and other songs, clapping happily. Parents were encouraged to ask questions and shared their pleasure in the fact their children were in a school unlike others in Rwanda. In fact one father thought their child was being taught in a more challenging and creative way than their older child was in primary school.

The most important question was, "When will Urukundo have a primary school for older kids." This is Arlene's dream, to continue to expand the educational opportunities for this community. She will begin by adding an additional room to the preschool. This will allow 40 more kids to enroll with a total of 80 going to school here.

Her dream is happening!