Hello to everyone who is reading this! So, I have been charged with updating you about the new term at school. Typically, this was very Bangladeshi and crazy with lots of unplanned changes and students enrolling at the last minute. But ... it was lovely to see all the old (and new kids) arrive on Sunday, which is the first day of the week here.
Play is now Nursery, Class 1 is now Class 2, but the kids still have the same smiles and the same eagerness to learn. They seem to like the changes that have been made - the painted walls, murals and posters - although I was slightly disheartened when a boy said that he liked the "Manush" (man) which is actually a monkey.
Oh well.The teachers have been busy with admissions and orgainising books and jotters, so we have found ourselves teaching classes alot more. This means more business and alot of fun - I especially enjoying Vicki's creative methods of teaching ABC's. I really think the kids love having us there even if they just enjoy laughing at us!
Actually what we all enjoy is seeing a child understand something they didn't before, or draw a proper square, or learn their name in English. It's great to know that we are a part in that.The two compassion schools in the afternoon are still quite a challenge. The children that come to class are the ones in need of the most education and care, but classes are so big, and the rooms so small, that it's often hard to teach them well.
We have found teaching in pairs to be really helpful, as that way we have time for those who are struggling. We are praying that God will help us to really influence these children and to not get discouraged from perserving.When I look at myself I don't really see a 'teacher' - but then I am always reminded that we don't have to rely on our own strength and abilities. Such good news!Hope you are all well, and keep in touch! Anna xxx
Play is now Nursery, Class 1 is now Class 2, but the kids still have the same smiles and the same eagerness to learn. They seem to like the changes that have been made - the painted walls, murals and posters - although I was slightly disheartened when a boy said that he liked the "Manush" (man) which is actually a monkey.
Oh well.The teachers have been busy with admissions and orgainising books and jotters, so we have found ourselves teaching classes alot more. This means more business and alot of fun - I especially enjoying Vicki's creative methods of teaching ABC's. I really think the kids love having us there even if they just enjoy laughing at us!
Actually what we all enjoy is seeing a child understand something they didn't before, or draw a proper square, or learn their name in English. It's great to know that we are a part in that.The two compassion schools in the afternoon are still quite a challenge. The children that come to class are the ones in need of the most education and care, but classes are so big, and the rooms so small, that it's often hard to teach them well.
We have found teaching in pairs to be really helpful, as that way we have time for those who are struggling. We are praying that God will help us to really influence these children and to not get discouraged from perserving.When I look at myself I don't really see a 'teacher' - but then I am always reminded that we don't have to rely on our own strength and abilities. Such good news!Hope you are all well, and keep in touch! Anna xxx
