Finally things are calming down.
The learners are remembering their schedules.
The library is up and running and continuing to grow as we work on leveling all books and labeling with color-coded dots. Our assessments have given us the information to place each child at his correct reading level.
In Math. and English we have learned that some basic concepts have not been grasped. So, we are back-tracking to make sure a good foundation is in place before we move on.
We have a fabulous staff who work and work and then still work some more!
The children are like kids anywhere --- give them new and interesting information and lessons and they will soak it up! Because our class sizes are smaller than a typical Namibian classroom, we can do more novel activities and the children can participate more in their lessons.
A week ago we took our first block classes and organized work crews. The children went around with sacks, shovels, rakes, gloves, and a wheelbarrow and cleaned our campus grounds. It needed it badly! I have included a few photos taken during that event. Since then we have found them taking more pride and not littering the grounds. (Now if only the construction workers would be as respectful as the learners!)

Donna Looze