Families and teachers donated to help furnish the new primary school. Almost $400 was collected, enough to buy 6 children's desks and chairs, a bookshelf and teacher supplies.
The winner of the drawing for the Rwandan basket was Nest of Wonder teacher, Cassie Massaker. She shared, "I like the idea of a partnership with classes at each school as it is never too early to learn about other countries and appreciate what we have. I realized some of the children knew more about Rwanda than I did. They inspired me to learn what THEY had to share. And now with Grace Hakizimana, a Rwandan teacher at our school sharing her stories, it brings more life into the classroom partnership. She makes it all more real."
As Cassie admired her basket she asked me to tell her about it. Before I did she mentioned she was getting married this summer. I shared that it was appropriate that she was the winner as it is usually given to a couple when they get married. It represents Sharing, Saving and Solidarity. Sharing...the basket is given as a wedding gift filled with rice or beans. Saving...as the couple use the beans and rice, they refill it throughout their life. Solidarity...they are a part of their community.
Thank you Hort Woods for your generosity!!!!
Photos:
*Linda Reichert, Center Director
*Rwanda Display for parents and children
*Winner Cassie Massaker
*New desks and bookshelves
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