Primary Khalsa Public School, Jalundhar, Part II

JALUNDHAR, PUNJAB

This is the Model Primary School that the village panchayat (local lawmakers) has started and is still trying to build. The kids are primarily in nursery to the 5th grade. For primary education, there is free education until the beginning of 6th grade at government aided public schools. However, according to the teachers, when the kids were entering junior high, they did not know basics in language, math, science so the model school was established. The village is struggling to make ends meet, there is a lack of books, writing utensils, paper, supplies, proper lighting, and classroom space.

The youngsters were precious, and so shy when they first met us! Rebecca brought them markers, crayons, and candy for which they were thrilled.

Pictured are two preschool students, and the school bus for the little kids. The older ones walk or ride their bikes.

The students definitely were not shy anymore after we went to their classrooms, held discussions, answered their questions, and introduced them to an IPod and computers.

The adjoining land where the preschool is being expanded to accomodate the students.

Lisa taking copious notes with Cherlyn walking outside the Khalsa Public School.

Rebecca and I at the Primary School. Tom ready to go after our time at the school.