Ghana Team Journal

Journal by: Billie Kennedy

Quote of the day: From “The Sun has Disappeared” – Desmond Tutu By: Jim

Once again we started our day with a great breakfast, before setting out for our assignments. Gary and Daniel went to the job site to work on a new building for the school which would add new classrooms and a library room. Judy, Arla, Jim and I went to our classrooms where we were able to participate in the classroom activities and recess. Unfortunately, Gary and Dan were disappointed with their lack of accomplishment. We returned to a delicious lunch of cowpeas, fried plantains and fruit. We then educated Esther on some of the social problems we deal with in the USA.

After a siesta, we were taxied to the library. We all continue to be amazed at the reading skills of the children. We were also taxed home, so missed our daily walk.

Dinner was excellent. We had rice, stew and salad. We are enjoying the African food. After dinner, we talked to Amo about our experiences and concerns, particularly in the classroom. We agreed that teachers are faced with challenges that USA teachers don’t have. However, we found the students receptive and wanting to learn.