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A Visit to the Farms
By Ibrahim Kamara Sifting rice to remove the husks I wanted to share with you my experience today that has deepened my appreciation for the remarkable resilience and hard work of our farmers in Sierra Leone. During my visit to some of our farms, I was moved to witness the farmers processing rice freshly harvested…
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School Uniforms
Students in Sierra Leone wear uniforms to school, and our students in Newton Village wanted to wear uniforms as well. Studies have shown that wearing uniforms to school improves self esteem and behavior. We wanted these children, who are in school for the frst time ever, to feel good about themselves.The extra challenge is that…
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The School Year Begins
School is back in session in both our Freetown and Newton Village Schools. Students in both locations returned to school September 17th, excited for the 2024-2025 school year, and eager to learn. Each student in Newton Village was given a bag of school supplies they will need for the upcoming school year, including books and…