Anis Zunuzi School
Outskirts of Port-au-Prince, Haiti

A haven for the most needy in the poorest of countries

An Oasis of Peace

Anis Zunuzi School, built in the outskirts of Port-au-Prince, is surrounded by dusty roads, noisy markets and poverty. However, the school itself is an oasis of tranquility, set on lovely treed acreage, surrounded by flowers, plants and gardens. Since the school charter states that the poorest of Haiti's children are to be served, most of the 233 students attending the school have scholarship assistance. The challenging academic program is taught by well-trained teachers dedicated to infusing moral and spiritual fundamentals into their curriculum. But the daily insecurities of an unstable society, intermittent electricity, hungry families and a lack of security make the educational process a challenge for the staff and students at Zunuzi. Despite these obstacles, the staff of the K-10 school is determined to develop their school to encourage students to become active participants in the strengthening of their country. Next year the school will add another grade and continue until it is a full high school, offering the opportunity of taking national exams.

Continued Progress

Bridgeway Charitable Foundation has generously supported this school once again this year with additional funds for development. A new kitchen has been designed with a larger dining area to meet the needs of the growing school population and as soon as a reliable contractor can be found to do the work, it will be built. Teachers are getting further training in current best practices. The water system is being updated, repairs are being made on existing buildings, new classrooms are being planned and a living fence has been planted inside the perimeter walls to deter thieves. Anis Zunuzi is growing and becoming stronger and will become an educational model for the country of Haiti.

Needs

In 2008, generous Mona Foundation supporters made possible the following improvements to the Anis Zunuzi School: general educational support in the form of student texts, translations, many scholarships, and several professional development courses in curriculum and instructional methods for staff. Summer school was able to be held again this year for over 60 children, giving them educational continuity, fun activities and a safe place to be during summer break. In addition, support was extended to two satellite schools for security installation of windows and doors.

$1,000 Support of Satellite Schools
$13,200 Scholarships
$2,000 Summer Camp
$11,959 Scholarships, Others
$3,175 General Grant to be Used as Needed

How You Can Help

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Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 743-4550
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