We
may not always have the money to fund them but when the ‘Need’ arises, someone
at VMS or TVEP finds a way to make it happen…at least temporarily!
VMS
has just launched a weekend tutoring program for children who are part of their
Outreach Program. At the urgent request of several Gogos (grandmothers) and their
struggling grandchildren, Principal Florence, Teacher Joyce, Teacher Memory and
Julie committed themselves to providing educational assistance to several
children who are finding public school a challenge. Because of household
issues, personal medical issues, emotional insecurity and a myriad of other
problems, some of our SA children are falling through the educational crack!
Since a basic HFL premise is that ‘education’ is the key to a better future for
our Limpopo friends, we are heartened to learn of this all important VMS
initiative.
The
South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) reported last July that, “Based
on a sample of 10% of schools in Limpopo, the recent Metcalfe Investigation
determined that 22% of learners still do not have textbooks. Survey results
reported in the (SA) Sunday Times indicates that 70% of Grade 10
learners in the province have failed their June exams.”
Would
that we could help them with money right now! Unfortunately, our funds are
short but our desire is bottomless. We are suggesting that we put our collective
heads together and try to think of a creative way to fund this worthwhile
program for one year. Librarians, retired teachers, school service
organizations, anyone who has an interest and a belief that a better world
begins with educating our children, then please consider this:
For
$40 we can provide one 4-hour tutoring session that includes transportation,
breakfast & lunch and small group instruction. For an additional $5 we can
begin to purchase books for the students.
Just
give this some (creative) thought. Thank You!
