Thousands of kids have the opportunity for education
ONLY because RISE built a school in their village...

because of the schools

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Jobs

Lack of jobs and employment compound the huge challenges in a country still rebuilding after years of war, in the midst of ongoing economic crisis, and where the majority of the population lives in poverty. Construction of RISE schools provides jobs for laborers, apprentices, masons and project managers on building sites. Teams are developed and move from one school upon its completion, to the next, using their learned knowledge and experience. RISE schools also establish the need and opportunity for teachers and a principal at each school site.

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Wells and Clean Water

Funds for wells at 30 sites in rural Angola have been donated by individuals, Willow Creek Community Church, Rotary, and as part of the Validation Pilot Project Grant from the Children’s Prize. Children are delighted to touch, splash and drink clean water for the first time! Clean water is life changing – there is immediate impact on health, and women and children no longer need to spend hours each day carrying dirty water from a river. Wells at school sites allow for education about the importance of clean water, sanitation, health and nutrition.

what’s the difference?

Committed teachers impact lives

Once a RISE school is built, the Ministry of Education hires and pays the teachers, as well as sets the curriculum. The teachers are ready to begin as soon as the school is dedicated. There are many challenges, with limited training, no additional books or resources, complexity with housing and transport depending on where they are placed, student and teacher absenteeism, and yet a committed teacher can have a huge impact in the lives of the children who now have a chance to go to school because of RISE’s involvement.

  • classroom in RISE school

Classrooms facilitate learning

It is estimated that over two million primary school-age Angolan children have no opportunity for education – some “of the fortunate” school under trees, carrying their own chair, stool or can to sit on. Without a building, children learn in the hot sun, and if there is rain, cold or wind, there is no class. A school changes that and once a RISE school is complete, the Ministry of Education provides desks and chalkboards. Classrooms facilitate learning – students are more engaged, able to concentrate and serious about their studies.

Did you know?

Children often walk 30 – 90 minutes to school
Many carry their own chair or stool to sit on
Children go to school in 3 or 4 hour shifts
Classrooms have 35 – 50 students per shift
Kids carry water and work in family fields