Who would have thought that children still attended school without shoes? But there they were, enjoying themselves at play and oblivious to the fact that they were shoeless. Soon they were tired even before the bell rang for the start of classes. The teachers complained that they were now too tired to concentrate and learn...

The first crop from the school’s farm was very impressive and imagine from an urban school. At first, parents and teachers doubted that there would be enough space, yet the Principal found a small unpaved section to the side of the kitchen to start the garden. This lush crop of ‘greens’ would now enhance the...

The two friends were beaming at the news. They had topped the GSAT class at their school and were headed for traditional high schools. Their teacher was extremely proud of them as she recalled where they were coming from. “Tracey used to be dull and listless, and would often be caught sleeping in class. On several...

John looked back on his school days. Who would have thought he would amount to anything? Many days he went to school hungry and could only concentrate on the rumble in his belly. Thank God when break time came. Miss would always look out for him and give him something, even if it were just...