ARISE RWANDA MINISTRIES INC

Education:The six preschools provide early childhood education to impoverished children in the key (5) regions identified within the Boneza Community. The preschools educate over 450 students providing a typical curriculum of activities and instruction to prepare the children for the local government primary schools. Each class has a teacher and assistant trained in early childhood teaching techniques and provides a nurturing environment. In addition, each child receives a nourishing Bowl of Porridge daily to supplement their meals from home. In many cases, this is the most important meal of their day. The classes are housed in local churches and community buildings. Funding is provided for the salaries of the staff, teachers, materials and the feeding program.Kivu Hills Academy, Boneza's first high school, opened in January 2016. During 2023 there were 333 students in high school studying different skills in building construction, networking and internet technology, tourism and hospitality. The curriculum is based on the concept that students can learn and apply their skills while in school. Graduates have started businesses, worked at KHA, worked for other businesses, or have gone on to further education. Their success has been attributed to the well-grounded curriculum, the nurture of the faculty, and the hope they have for their future through education.The school is in session for three terms following the national school calendar. Students who live on campus may go home on weekends or stay on campus. Staff is always available to supervise and mentor students who may extend their school day to fully embrace the educational experience. Students take national exams and proficiency tests before passing onto the next level.Tuition assistance provides an important funding source for students who cannot pay the full tuition. Financial assistance provides the class instructors and workshops for the comprehensive education plus room and board in the dormitory for one full year. Our campaigns to solicit these funds have been successful and involve many donors. KHA continues to strive for self-sustainability through development of the school farm, growing fruits and vegetables and reducing food costs. Also conducting "short courses" funding by the government for unskilled workers in the community.