September 2012 Update

Zhongning County Xinpu Yu-Lang Hope Elementary School

Date of Visit: September 19, 2012

Purpose of Visit: Project Completion

Grades: K-6 (7 classes total)

The school building is newly constructed, and aside from classrooms it also holds activity rooms. While there is still space on campus, the school does not have an athletic field. There is only a basketball court and ping-pong tables.

Students

No. of Students: 192 (no boarding)

Students’ attitude towards learning is satisfactory. Parents value their children’s education. 100% of students graduate on to Zhongning County’s #5 Middle School.

Teachers

No. of Teachers: 16

The teaching performance is ranked 24th in Zhongning County and 4th in Xinpu Town.

Buildings/Facilities

Problems/Issues

There aren’t enough computers, about 25-30 more are needed. Library books are old and need to be replaced and replenished immediately.