Huruma

Talk-Talk-Talk-Talk!

I told myself I would not complain, but it's 90 degrees and it's gets even hotter inside a tin roof room while discussing so many different needs at the school.  Salome Jordano from Educational Assessment Center came and met with Nyambeki, Sally and myself.  In Sept. 2014 Salome evaluated all the kids  and discovered 16 kids that needed assistance.  We asked that she assess the new students in the Baby Class.  There is one boy who we know has special needs but need to get a diagnosis.  She'll also do follow-up on the original 16 kids to see how they have progressed.  This will all take place next Tuesday, Jan.11  On Wed. Jan. 12 she will sit in the classes and observe the teachers and do an evaluation and help the teachers with classroom management and teacher mentoring.  Salome has been a gift from God as we continue to try to improve the kids learning abilities.  We also discussed the needs of the parents and the discussion went on for another 2 hours.

We were able to play with the kids and take a few more the toys for the classrooms.  I didn't want to bring everything at once and overwhelm them.  I think the teachers are as excited as the kids.  They keep saying; "these children have never seen such toys as these!"

Peter is a Kid Magnet

 

The kids had never seen puzzles and really didn't know what to do with them.  Once we sat down and tried to show them how the pieces fit they really enjoyed the feeling of finishing a puzzle.  I had to laugh at some who insisted on just pounding a piece in to make it fit, but we showed them that you have to match up colors and shapes.

I dare any of you to attempt this feat.  Sally is backing out of the alley that leads to the main bumpy road from the school without tearing off the side of the car.

In another hour we will leave for Hellen's house to have one of her delicious dinners.  I have a feeling that there will be lots more talking.

Tomorrow brings another full day at Huruma that includes a long meeting with the Community Leaders and School Board.  After that we will be moving to our new home about 15 minutes from here so need to start packing up.....again.