On the 11th of March 2014 we took a van to Marko to make purchases for Sunflower using YOUR donations! Marko is a warehouse store similar to Costco with an innumerable selection of supplies and children’s products. Your donations totaled $580.40. This is AMAZING! Given the exchange rate this is 6.323.46 ZAR. The local currency […]
Hello all! Take a look at the pictures of my crèche above. This is Sunflower Educare! We have about 50 students between the two classrooms and one outdoor area. Space is very limited in Vrygrond. As you can see the environment is functional, but there is much room for improvement. The two others are Tessa […]
What an experience this has been so far! Above you’ll see some photos of the children, teachers, and volunteers I am working with at the Sunflower crèche in Vrygrond. Like one of my colleagues-turned-friend said, “this township is like something out of a movie.” The houses are made out of scrap metal and empty cargo […]
Day #2 is in the books! We participated in a thorough orientation program meant to prepare us for the next 2 weeks. The day was filled with tons of goofiness and laughter. I made connections with several members of True North, the organization with whom Pearson has coordinated, and members from Pearson’s South Africa office! […]
Australia, England, Brazil, Sri Lanka, Philippines, Guatemala, Colombia… we are here! We’ve arrived at our home for the next two weeks and ideas are already in motion to make this trip an impactful experience for the community, children, and ourselves. Our project leader John W is encouraging us to keep our minds open and to […]
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” -Nelson Mandela For children hardly a generation removed from Apartheid, an early investment in their education could lay the foundation for a life of fulfillment and personal development. In March, I will be traveling to Vrygrond, a township just outside of […]
