May 2014 Update

Jiaohe City Xinnong Subdistrict Xingnong Yu-Lang Hope Elementary School

Date of Visit: May 13, 2014

Purpose of Visit: Project Completion

Grades: K-6

Students

No. of Students: 128 (no boarding)

Students are very enthusiastic about learning. However, educational tools are lacking.

Teachers

No. of Teachers: 12

Teachers perform well. There are music, PE, and art classes, but more supplies for these classes are needed to properly teach the children. English classes begin in the third grade.

Buildings/Facilities

– 6 classrooms
– 3 offices/multipurpose rooms
– Library: ~2,500 books
– Cafeteria: students bring their own lunches
– Restrooms

Problems/Issues

The playground area needs to be concreted.