Getting to Know the Students at Andovar School
Enjoying the Cultural Festival in August
Whew! I finally got back to my computer to tell you more about my visit to the Andovar School in Porayar, India and the new school project. This summer on my school visit, both the lower school and the upper school students had prepared cultural shows for me. It was a blast!
The kids at the lower school gathered in front of me and presented me with drawings and welcome cards. There were several mothers of students in attendance and the atmosphere was very festive. The students enjoyed reciting their lessons with great energy and vigor. I was almost deafened by their efforts!
Lower School Greeting Committee
Lower School Teachers
Parents Watched the Show
After the Show I Passed Out
Ice Cream Treats to the Students
The next stop was the upper school and an even more elaborate show! Most of the girls were involved with the show. A variety of folk and classical dance numbers were performed. The students wore their best outfits and it was evident that the teachers and students spent a lot of time rehearsing the performance. The boys sat patiently and watched. When I asked them why they were not dancing they broke into peals of laughter.
Classical Bharatnatyam Dance
Girls Performing Folk Dance
Local Folk Dance Performed
While Balancing a Big Hat!
The kids are thriving in this challenging school environment without library, equipment. science labs, etc. Just think if these kids could have access to some good learning tools and a more conducive school setting!
Your help is so valuable to build the new school for these kids! Thank you! Marie
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