JEFFREYExceptional Education Graduate |
JEFFREYExceptional Education Graduate |
We visited the grounds of Chikumbuso, a grassroots nonprofit organization in the “Shanty Town” of Ng’ombe, Zambia. On their website it states they started as a $3,000 idea to help seven women, meeting weekly in a one-room church. In 2005, they purchased a bar and brothel and transformed the darkness into a vibrant, light-filled community center and school where each day, 500 students, dozens of single moms and countless widows meet to learn, love, and serve each other. The grounds of the charity were so much bigger than I anticipated, and we were welcomed with multiple songs between the grandmother's and the young students. The audio below is of the grandmothers welcoming us passionately with a song. We were given a tour of their entire facility, from the kitchen where they cook (first video) to their classrooms. With every classroom we visited, every student stood up and stated "Good morning Visitors" in unison. The classrooms were small in comparison to US schools, but they have done such amazing things with what resources they have. We were invited to help play with the children and serve lunch to everyone, and every student was thankful, excited, and happy to see visitors coming to see them. The games we did brought so much joy to everyone involved (video below), and I will be using them within my classroom. This visit left an indelible embrace on my soul, and as often and passionately as I am able I will be supporting this intentional, inclusive, and invaluable community. Please visit https://www.chikumbuso.com/ to view these wonderful, passionate, and saintly individuals. As soon as I left I donated another $100 to support them.
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AuthorI am a passionate teacher with a diverse set of skills used to engage students. My teaching style is unique in that I incorporate civic engagement, martial arts, and empathy into my lessons. These strategies have enabled me to create meaningful connections with my students and help them develop their own unique skill sets. I am excited to travel to Zambia and explore the culture there. This trip will give me the opportunity to learn more about different teaching methods, gain new perspectives on education, and broaden my horizon as an educator.
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