September 2013 Update

Dunhuang City Suzhou Wuweimiao Yu-Lang Hope Elementary School

Date of Visit: September 26, 2013

Purpose of Visit: Revisit

Grades: K1-K3, 1-6 (9 classes total)

The school is of utmost excellence with much of the credit attributed to the principal.

Students

No. of Students: 313 (235 elementary + 78 kindergarten; no boarding)

There are 15 students who’ve won second and third rank painting/calligraphy awards. After graduation, students continue their studies in junior high in Mengjiaqiao Township, where they seem to do well academically.

Teachers

No. of Teachers: 15

Teachers are enthusiastic and energetic. The school emphasizes on culture, and the education environment is exceptional.

Buildings/Facilities

– 9 classrooms
– 6 multipurpose rooms
– Library: ~6,100 books
– Computer Room: 42 computers
– Cafeteria: good
– Restrooms: good

Problems/Issues

In need of a specialized English teacher. The education bureau promises to help hire one by next year.