September 2012 Update
Date of Visit: September 27, 2012
Purpose of Visit: Project Progress Inspection
Grades: K1-K3 (6 classes total)
Once the new campus is completed, it will include 4 buildings. 2 of the buildings house activity rooms and classrooms, while the other 2 buildings have offices and a dormitory. The latter is already completed, while the former just finished had their structures completed. The full completion date is scheduled to be done by November 15th for use. After the completion, the school’s facilities will be complete, including a boiler for heating and flush-style toilets.
Students
No. of Students: 180 (90 boarding)
While the campus is under construction, students are temporarily having classes elsewhere: 60 at Guojiapu Junior High in borrowed classrooms, 100 at a private kindergarten, and 20 at a kindergarten in the city. 100% of all students go on to study at Guojiapu Junior High (a combined elementary and junior high school, grades 1-9).
Teachers
No. of Teachers: 12
Buildings/Facilities
– 4 new buildings, which includes:
– 2 buildings w/6 classrooms and/or activity rooms
– 2 buildings w/offices + dormitory
– Kitchen (but no cafeteria)
– Restrooms: 5 flush-style toilet restrooms, 10 pit squat-style toilets
Problems/Issues
Only a portion of the schoolyard’s ground has been concreted, which makes it difficult to walk through during rainy days. 30 computers, science equipment, and PE equipment needed. Need kindergarten outdoor activity facilities, like slides, etc. Also need kindergarten nap time supplies like beds, mattresses, blankets, etc. The school entrance and front enclosure wall are old and need to be rebuilt. Need to hire English, music, and PE teachers.
