March 2013 Update
Date of Visit: March 27, 2013
Purpose of Visit: Revisit
Grades: 1-6 (12 classes total)
The education bureau will use this summer break to install bān bān tōng [斑斑通; electronic teaching system] in all the classrooms. It is one of the standard educational tools used in Anhui Province. Other supplies including books, science equipment, basketball hoop, ping-pong table, etc. are also being gradually added to the school.
Students
No. of Students: 506 (no boarding)
Student performance is one of the best amongst 11 schools in the township. 100% of students graduate on to junior high.
Teachers
No. of Teachers: 26
Three teachers won awards of excellence in 2012.
Buildings/Facilities
– 12 classrooms
– Library: ~10,000 books
– Computer Room: 30 computers
– Restrooms: dry toilets (non-flush); 18 stalls.
Problems/Issues
During our previous visit, it was noted that the school is in urgent need of a cafeteria. There are now plans to construct a cafeteria in 2014, but until then, teachers will have to cook themselves. The teachers’ dormitory is old and there is not enough space to accommodate everyone. Newer teachers are forced to rent housing off-campus.
