Great things are happening in Haiti

Children are learning English and new life skills.

Benjili is a great example for his little sister. Needless to say, is mom and dad are proud of his English skills.

Elie (solid blue shirt) is the oldest in his family and his little brother and sister can't wait until they speak English "just like Elie"

Learning about goat husbandry and the proper care of animals is an important skill in Haiti. The students are always surprised to find out I have goats at my farm in Illinois. 

The classroom is always full!  On this day, class was much easier because it wasn't on Skype. 

Young women becoming leaders is an important part of breaking that glass ceiling. Mary Joe is a great role model for all the young women in Haiti.

Young girls learning English!

That's right Blaise, fix-it-yourself! You have the determination and now you have new skills.

Jhonny loves his English book and it was his English skills that played a critical role when the Rotary picked him to join the Bio-Medical Technician class in Pignon.

Josias is always ready with backpack in tow. He loves translating for the U.S.S. Comfort!

Elie and Bullet.  Before Elie met Bullet, he was afraid of dogs!

Juratie is our biggest supporter. No matter what we need, she comes to our rescue!

This is what happens when you attend English class... you learn to speak English and get a diploma.

Patricia is another young woman that is a great role model. She speaks four languages now!

Mr. Felix or is it Mr. Wisken ? <big smile> It was Felix that taught me in Haiti that everyone puts their last name first! I still laugh about learning I was calling him the wrong name for three months!

Dieuve is our oldest student and we always knew he'd "grow-up" to be a teacher. Great job Dieuve!

Ta-da! No need for sad faces when your future looks so bright!

The bright stars of Haiti!

Jhonny pointing at me because he believes his mother who died in the earthquake sent me to be his new mother... and I am!

No chairs?  Take a seat on the ground. No blackboard? Write with a rock.  If you want something bad enough it doesn't matter to what extent you must go.  Keep moving towards the goal... you'll get there.