The Power of Reading
Empowerment for Girls Education Project through PEDN (private education development network) based in Kampala, Uganda has donated 140 books to Stand Tall. Daily access to books displayed in the classroom has produced very positive results in our youngest readers. Here is what the Level 2 teacher has expressed: Am very happy to tell you that … Read More
Rose Haiti Healthcare Education
Donna’s Reflections on her Trip to Haiti as a Team Lead for Rose Haiti Healthcare. I can’t believe that we are coming up to one month since we arrived to work with HAS. The trip was such a positive experience for me and the team. The way in which we were welcomed and the obvious … Read More
Haiti Healthcare Education at Albert Schweitzer Hospital
Dr Julie Morin’s reflections on her first project with Rose Haiti Healthcare Education: “What I remember most about my stay at the Albert-Schweitzer Hospital is the enthusiasm of the participants for the training. Throughout the course, we were able to appreciate their desire to learn, their concentration, their ability to help each other and their … Read More
Haiti Healthcare Education at Albert Schweitzer Hospital
Haiti August 2018, Hopital Albert Schweitzer Deschapelles, Melissa’s reflections on her first project with Rose Haiti Healthcare Education: “Last November, when I received the email about Rose Charity looking for volunteers to teach NRP in Haiti, I knew instantly I wanted to be part of this. When I was in nursing school, I wished to … Read More
Troy Scott rides the Granfondo for Stand Tall
Troy completed the 122 km challenging Granfondo ride in 5 hours and 20 minutes, a personal record, and this year he avoided the leg cramping that used to plague him at the 100 km mark. For the past six years, he has ridden to raise money for scholarships for Stand Tall graduates pursuing higher education. … Read More
We’re Building Again!
Our administration building at Stand Tall is being expanded with new office space to accommodate our soon to be hired Head Teacher. Contractor Patrick Kyalongoza who built the school is a true professional and he’ll have everything back in place before school resumes on Sept. 17
A Musical Journey through Stand Tall and Uganda
Jenna Rae came to Stand Tall through the UBC Faculty of Education overseas practicum. Her love for the children, the school and the country are evident in this exuberant music video that she made of her experience. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7v0RzNRM2M
When is an Eggplant a Learning Tool?
At Stand Tall, our academic curriculum is supplemented with a vocational component. Learning about growing crops and harvesting them is of great value to our students and their families. Small garden plots where families can grow a variety of crops are very common in Kampala. The produce from these gardens helps with the family’s food … Read More
Two Flags Flying Proudly Together
David Yuill, a candidate for the Faculty of Education at the University of British Columbia, came to Stand Tall in April for a three week practicum. Under his guidance, some of our learners erected two flagpoles so that we could fly the Ugandan and Canadian flag as a symbol of our partnership and shared vision. … Read More