bethany and i completed our first teacher training last week. 20 teachers were selected to attend the 3 day training, all representing various christian primary schools surrounding mundri.
this was our first overnight training, in a new facility, with new teachers. the week had it's glitches for sure. each day brought a new challenge, whether an issue with accommodation or meals. even the night before, due to some miscommunication, we were not sure we would have any participants show up for the training. but God was gracious and seemed to be giving bethany and i many opportunities to trust that he is in control.
our main topic was "God as our Father." we discussed who we are as children of God and how that can influence our students. we covered topics like discipline, learning styles, engaging students. the teachers acted out dramas and lead each other blindfolded through an obstacle course of "change."
i am thankful for the interactions with the teachers and their willingness to participate and dialogue with us. these are hard-working teaches with few resources and little pay, many of them teaching 3 or 4 grade levels and several different subjects. the education system has a long way to go in terms of growth. but we are hopeful for good things and praying God would equip these teachers to be the change they want to see.
i look forward to ongoing trainings with this group of teachers. i hope they were challenged in their role as teachers and encouraged in their faith. please be praying with us for the teachers of south sudan.
this was our first overnight training, in a new facility, with new teachers. the week had it's glitches for sure. each day brought a new challenge, whether an issue with accommodation or meals. even the night before, due to some miscommunication, we were not sure we would have any participants show up for the training. but God was gracious and seemed to be giving bethany and i many opportunities to trust that he is in control.
our main topic was "God as our Father." we discussed who we are as children of God and how that can influence our students. we covered topics like discipline, learning styles, engaging students. the teachers acted out dramas and lead each other blindfolded through an obstacle course of "change."
i am thankful for the interactions with the teachers and their willingness to participate and dialogue with us. these are hard-working teaches with few resources and little pay, many of them teaching 3 or 4 grade levels and several different subjects. the education system has a long way to go in terms of growth. but we are hopeful for good things and praying God would equip these teachers to be the change they want to see.
i look forward to ongoing trainings with this group of teachers. i hope they were challenged in their role as teachers and encouraged in their faith. please be praying with us for the teachers of south sudan.
remember if you reach one person or teach one new skill or give them one new experience then you have been successful!
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