September 2012 Update

Huining County Houjiachuan Luhe Yu-Lang Hope Elementary School

Date of Visit: September 23, 2012

Purpose of Visit: Project Completion

Grades: K-6 (7 classes total)

Two new school buildings with a total of 8 rooms were completed and have been in use since 2011. The principal has a conservative personality and is content with the school’s current condition. He doesn’t have any plans or visions for the school’s future. As potential may be limited, it will be worth observing the school’s development in the future.

Students

No. of Students: 117 (0 boarding)

The second grade class only has 7 students so their lessons are held in the teachers’ dormitory. Student performance is satisfactory. 100% of students graduate on to junior high in Houjiachuan.

Teachers

No. of Teachers: 9

Teaching performance is satisfactory.

Buildings/Facilities

Problems/Issues

30 computers needed. Need to hire a music teacher.