Following our adventure at the public schools, my friend and fellow Rotarian Karen and I were transported to another neighborhood where we were to provide more immunizations to the private school students. It was interesting because we had to carry large bags of water packets and all of the medicines to the school drop points. We became a little scared when we realized that it was just her and I in the middle of a neighborhood and there were no other local Rotarian's in site. Although I am certain there was a brief moment of anxiety for both of us, we realized we had a job to do, "Service above Self", and we quickly figured out what to do next.
After delivering water and supplies to an Islamic school we found as school called the Fountain School. I am told the Fountain School is a private school, but am not sure if it is a religious school. In the photos you will quickly notice a significant difference in the conditions the students are experiencing as compared to my previous post.
When Karen (on the left) and I entered the school we set up shop. Would you believe we administered to 400 students here? It took forever, and the students kept coming. Ages 5-16 at this school. Beyond this age they go to the High School. We were sweating profusely. To the point where it was getting into our eyes. Thankful for the bench though. It was a very hot day - 95 with a heat index of 104. Each student had to be accounted for.
The students were very polite, and were required to wash their hands regularly - this did not happen at the first school.
The classrooms were well equipped compared to the standard found at the public school.
After a full day of humanitarian work the local Rotarian's graciously invited us to their homes for lunch where they provided us with a feast of good food and fellowship.
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