First Day of School

The first day of school for us. What an experience and what a great team. After visiting Monday and observing over 400 students, pre-school through grade 9 in a room about half the size of our fellowship hall, flexibility was a must. Today began with the children standing outside waiting for us. Some classes met outside. All the children were excited with the new materials and new activities. They could move around so they had trouble controlling themselves. Our team hung in there, adjusting and trying to provide a happy experience. Can you imagine hearing some 250 children playing the recorder for the first time? With the sound bouncing off the concrete floor and vibrating up to the time roof, you needed to be prepares to cover your ears. It was amazing what Brian and the team accomplished in one hour. Come outside and listen to some 160 preschoolers, first and second grades playing the kazoo! Tomorrow will be another day of adjusting and flexibility. We moved furniture and made classrooms everywhere. I can hardly wait to see sparkling eyes and broad smiles as we sing, play and share with our new friends in Kitwe.

-Betty

Photo shows Trisha (and Brian, not pictured) working with the Chande teachers. They learned the recorder quite quickly!