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By Anne-Marie Dingemans - Part 3
The project has a great cause, but it's also very disorganized. There were no learning materials, children ages 2-14 were taught in just 3 groups (as there were just 3 teachers), their concentration span was virtually non-existent and there was no such a thing as a lesson plan. Lawrence had many difficulties working at this project, and even thought about giving up at some point. Luckily she stuck with it and after a couple of weeks managed to find her place, and having earned the confidence and respect of the staff, made a few suggestions to bring a bit of structure in the program. Things were going well for everyone involved, but as the end of the school year neared, a disaster happened. As little funding the school received, half of it was pulled as a big sponsor backed out! With more than a month to go to finish the school year, there was no money left for the 3 teachers' salaries nor for food. And here is where the wonder started.
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