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Quarterly Progress Report

Initiatives on Education in Karkar and Maharajpur

July to September, 2017

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� Introduction

� The Project in Numbers

� Main Activities of the Project

Index

ӹ Kadam Program

ӹ Mainstreaming

ӹ Life Skill Education

ӹ Mid-Day Meal

ӹ Sports and Cultural Program

ӹ Cleaning Action

ӹ Parents Teacher Meetings

ӹ Slum Development Meetings

ӹ Dental Check-up Camp

ӹ Training of Teachers

ӹ Project and Teacher Council Meeting

ӹ Challenges

� Annexure 1: Case Story

� Annexure 2: List of Mainstreamed Children

� Annexure 3: List of New Children enrolled in Kadam

� Annexure 4: Plan for the Next Quarter



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OUR STORY


Humana People to People India (HPPI) has been implementing the Education Project in Karkar and Maharajpur with the support of Sanganeria Foundation for Health and Education (SFHE). HPPI and SFHE joined hands to educate and mainstream 100 out-of-school children, giving them an opportunity to learn. Along with educational support, the project also provides mid-day meal to Kadam children with the support of Ultra International Limited.

The report collated below explains the activities held in the second quarter i.e. July to September, 2017. In the reporting period, 51 children were mainstreamed which made space for new children in the center. As a result, 35 children from Karkar and Maharajpur were enrolled. Children showed great enthusiasm in learning different concepts through innovative and playful learning techniques.

INTRODUCTION


The Project in Numbers July to September, 2017

S. No. Activities Plan Result Variance1 No. of new children enrolled in the Kadam Center 30 35 52 No. of inactive children - 15 -3 No. of Kadam children mainstreamed 50 51 1*4 No. of Kadam children 100 122 22**

5 No. of Kadam children who received education material 100 122 22**

6 No. of Kadam children dropped out - 7 -

7 No. of sports/cultural event organized 5 5 0

8 No. of slum development meetings organized 6 6 0

9 No. of parents teacher meetings organized 6 6 0

10 No. of life skill sessions organized 6 6 0

11 No. of cleaning actions organized 6 6 0

*�Though� the� project� staff� planned� to� mainstream� 50� children� but� 51� were�mainstreamed.�1�child�had�completed�the�steps�of�the�program�and�cleared�the�government�school�test�which�made�him�eligible�for�mainstreaming.�

**�Number�of�Kadam�children�left�at�the�center,�after�mainstreaming,�inactive�and�drop�out�were�87.�In�order�to�keep�up�the�strength�of�100,�the�project�enrolled�a�total�of�35�new�children�to�the�Kadam�Program�that�included�9�extra�children�as�at�times�the�families�migrate�or�children�become�inactive.�Hence,�122�children�are�currently�enrolled�in�the�Kadam�Program.


Kadam Program

The Kadam program focusses on the holistic development and academic advancement by providing bridge education to out of school children through the Kadam methodology. The children are imparted knowledge on different themes based on everyday life and educated on concepts that helps them gain practical as well as theoretical knowledge.

The themes followed in this quarter from July to September 2017, are:

In July, the theme was ‘How People Travel, Communicate and Work’, which focused on the means of transportation and communication. The theme also represented theoretical and practical activities on verbal as well as non-verbal communication, understanding traffic rules, cost of different fuels, and proper use of languages. The activities conducted during the theme period revolved around understanding different ways of communication like phones, letters, emails, along with their importance in daily life, modes of travel and drawing pictures of busses, cars, ships, planes, etc. The children enjoyed the activities and presented the pictures during monthly parent’s day.

‘Healthy Body and Healthy Habits’, this was the theme followed in the month of August with an aim to promote healthy living and inform the children about the importance of maintaining good hygiene. The children were educated about personal grooming and were

Main Activities of the Project


advised to include physical activities as a part of their everyday life in order to remain healthy and fit. The children were instructed to wash their hands regularly especially before meals and after using the toilet to prevent infections and the spread of germs. Furthermore, the benefits of nutritional food and a balanced diet for healthy living were explained and the students were urged to consciously follow these habits in their daily lives.

In the month of September, the theme was ‘Math in Everyday Life’ with a focus to educate the children and get them acquainted with basic mathematical calculations and their use in day to day activities. Practical demonstrations helped the children get accustomed to basic addition, subtraction and multiplication functions. Games and activities based around simple mathematical calculations were conducted for better retention of the subject matter. The children were also taught to read time on a clock. The children fashioned clothes out of paper plates and presented their learnings to the class. Concepts of length and weight were also taught and the children’s heights were measured in the class and noted on the board. Activities based on measuring the height and distance between different objects were conducted to make the children understand the concepts better.

Mainstreaming

Out of the 160 children at the Kadam Center in the last quarter, the project succeeded in mainstreaming 51 children in formal schools in Ghaziabad that included 25 children in Government School and 26 children in Private School. Out of the remaining 109 children, 15 were inactive and 7 dropped out, making a total of 87 children. Hence, the project enrolled 35 children in this quarter. Though these children have been mainstreamed, the project is taking precautions to avert any cases of drop outs. Therefore, the project conducted monthly follow-up meetings with parents and school officials to ascertain any problems faced by the children with respect to school or curriculum and to provide a hand-holding support to the newly enrolled children.


With an aim to enhance school enrollment ratio, retention, attendance and simultaneously improving the nutritional level of the children, the project initiated to organize a nutritious snack program. Ultra International Pvt. Ltd. has supporting the project for this cause. The project served nutritious and free of cost fruits, juice and biscuits to Kadam children. The prime focus is on providing seasonal fruits as fruits are absent from their daily diets at home.

Mid-day Meal

In the reporting period, the project organized 6 life skill education sessions at respective centers. The Kadam teachers taught children team work through group activities. Children were organized in groups, cartons and trash were provided to them. They prepared decorative items using waste materials. They were also taught polite words, table manners, punctuality and healthy eating habits. With every session, children improved and were able to exhibit their talent through activities such as group discussion, art and craft, role plays etc.

Life Skill Education


Sports and Cultural Program

Date No. of children in Karkar Date No. of children in Maharajpur

10/7/2017 41 20/7/2017 55

15/8/2017 45 15/8/2017 35

22/9/2017 40 19/9/2017 42

With an aim to encourage an active participation among children as well as to recognize individual sporting achievements, the project conducted sports program for Kadam children of both the centers. The children joyously took part in kabbadi, kho-kho and race.

On 15th August, the project celebrated Independence Day with Kadam children and beneficiaries of the Community Development Project at the Project Office. The program began by hoisting the National Flag followed by the singing of the National Anthem by the children. The teachers provided a brief introduction to the children on the importance and significance of the day and how it is celebrated all over India. A cultural program was also organized by the Kadam children who performed song and dance. The Project Leader took this opportunity to reach out to the participants present and explained to them about the importance of education, health and hygiene. They were also encouraged to inform the project staff about people who might need the help of the project. Nearly, 500 community members participated in the program.

Sports and Cultural Program


The project organized 6 cleaning actions, during the reporting quarter in Karkar and Maharajpur centers, with an aim to generate awareness amongst the children on sanitation. The project staff oriented them to be persistent about maintaining their premises clean for a healthy body. The children along with the project staff cleaned the classroom and the center premises.

Involvement of parents in children’s academics play a major role in their learning progress. The project understands the need and importance of Parent Teacher Meeting (PTM). Hence, 6 PTMs were organized in the reporting period in Karkar and Maharajpur centers where parents of Kadam children were oriented about the theme-based activities and how Kadam children performed in these 3 months. During the meetings, the parents saw drawings, posters and models prepared by Kadam children during theme weeks.

Cleaning Action

Parent Teachers Meeting


6 slum development meetings were organized with an aim to sensitize people on the importance of education, seasonal diseases, health and hygiene. During these meetings, community members were made aware of various local issues like the importance of education, right to education and other issues like health, hygiene, seasonal diseases etc. Moreover, the project staff encouraged the community members to adapt and encourage their children to practice clean habits in their daily life to prevent the spread of infections. They were informed to take bath and brush every day, trim nails regularly, wear clean clothes, etc. They also insisted parents to follow-up with their child’s academics and send them regularly to the center. Community members also approached the project staff to know more about the Skill Development Program that is being implemented with the support of Ultra International Pvt. Ltd. The project staff briefed them about the program and how it can be a livelihood opportunity for women.

Slum Development Meetings

With the support of Inderprastha Dental College and Hospital, the project organized dental camp for children and community members on 7th and 8th September. The doctors examined 30 children from Karkar and Maharajpur center and 94 people from the community. Common issues reported by the doctor were cavity, tooth decay, and tooth infection. Doctors advised children and community members to take care of their oral hygiene and brush regularly. Hospital also gave free toothbrush and toothpastes to all the participants.

Dental Check-up Camp


In the reporting quarter, a training session was organized on 26th September at HPPI’s Head Office for the teachers to orient them about the new components of the program and to make them aware about project objectives. The training was based on the Kadam methodology through which the children will be prepared to be mainstreamed in the formal schools. The POF strategy was also introduced to the teachers.

The Kadam methodology is a 10 step program, especially designed to cater the educational and learning needs of children. The methodology is based on the themes that revolve around cognitive, motor and sensory development of the child. There are various tasks and activities in each theme, which is carried out on the monthly basis. Through these themes, the children are equipped with basic knowledge, which prepares them to understand and follow the formal school education.

The teachers were explained about the methodology by the Project Leader. The complete process and tools of the Kadam methodology that includes various activities were explained to the staff. They were oriented about the teachers’ manual, cross book, theme book, students’ workbook and baseline/midline assessments. The teachers were well versed with the methodology after the training.

Training of Teachers


The project organized 6 project and teacher council meetings during the reporting period. These meetings were held on monthly basis for better implementation of the activities. Through these meetings, the project staff discussed about weekly and overall monthly planning of activities and achievements. In addition, the project leader explained to staff about documentation, maintaining reports and records. The teachers also shared the progress of children, and their teaching plans to focus on weak children. Through the meeting, the responsibilities were divided among the project staff and teachers, so that each teacher is responsible for accountability of their duties. The teachers were regularly updated on the methodology and teaching strategies, during these meetings. The project council also discussed about regular follow-up of children, which is a necessary step to track their progress and retain attendance at the centre.

The project has been successful in implementing the project activities since its inception. However, there were a few challenges that hindered the implementation.

The project operational area is a hub of migrants, this caused migration of children in the reporting period. Migration is beyond the project staff’s control. Hence, to overcome this challenge the project enrolled new children. The teachers had to repeat the themes for the new children which affected the interest of other children. Another challenge the project faced was getting permission from the government school to implement a Kadam Center in the school premises. Due to lack of space, the school declined to accommodate the Kadam children. With new space for the center, the project now has sufficient space for all the Kadam children.

Project and Teacher Council Meeting

Challenges


Annexure 1: Case Story

My name is Muskaan and I am 9 years old. My father’s name is Late Bhola Shah and my mother’s name is Manju. My family hails from Chenpur Village in the state of Uttar Pradesh. After my father’s demise, the entire responsibility of the family fell on my mother’s shoulder. My mother works in a factory in Karkar. Due to financial constraints, I could never attend school though I always wished to go to school just like my friends. But I knew my mother could not afford school fee and it would be a burden on her.

One day, I saw my neighbors going to school but they were dressed in casual wear. I was inquisitive to know where they went, so I went and asked one of my neighbor who explained to me about the Kadam Center. I was amazed to know about the free of cost education, which is a boon for people like me. I shared about the Kadam Program with my mother, who was reluctant to enroll me as she could not believe that an organization would provide free of cost education. She visited the Kadam Center, inquired about the program and interacted with the project staff.

I was excited to enrol into the center. Now, I don’t feel I am lagging behind school going children. Studying at center is far more interesting than school, teachers teach us through activities. We learn by doing, which is a great method for us to learn and become conversant about different things.

I am in 7 Step at the Kadam Center which is equal to 4th grade of schools. I participate in every competition. Our center had organized Sports Day wherein I participated in race. I also took part in Independence Day Celebration on 15th August where I sang a song and was appreciated by the audience. Likewise, I participate in every activity. I am able to read thoroughly and after 3 months, I will be enrolled into regular school.


Annexure 2: List of Mainstreamed Children

S. No Name Father’s

Name Age Class Name of the School

Date of Main-stream

Student SR No.

Kadam Center, Karkar

1 Shanti Surrender 8 1 GPS, Karkar July 79432 Rasida Murtuja 10 1 GPS, Karkar July 79173 Retesh Arvind 8 2 GPS, Karkar July 79654 Karan Rai Sadar Rai 8 2 GPS, Karkar July 79695 Tamana Jaludin 7 2 GPS, Karkar July 7982

6 Priyanka Sadar Rai 6 1 GPS, Karkar August 8005

7 Netesh Arvind 6 1 GPS, Karkar August 80068 Shivani Gopal Jha 6 1 DAV Public School July 629 Vikash Hiralal 10 4 Vidya Mandir School July 201710 Kajal Ramlal 7 Nursery Arya Public Junior

School July 4022

11 Kapil Ramlal 6 Nursery Arya Public Junior School

July 4023

12 Suman Suresh 6 Nursery BSR Public School July 5213 Sarita Suresh 7 Nursery BSR Public School July 5114 Giyanu Pardeep 6 Nursery MSR Public School July 4215 Dev Ranveer 6 Nursery MSR Public School July 8816 Rohit Ranveer 10 2 MSR Public School July 8617 Ravi Ranveer 8 2 MSR Public School July 8718 Rajkumar Narayan 7 Nursery MSR Public School July 11619 Laxmi Narayan 6 Nursery MSR Public School July 11720 Sanjana Siwpujan 6 Nursery MSR Public School July 21021 Payal Rajkumar 7 2 BSK Public School July No22 Farjan Jubar 8 Nursery Blue Bin Public

School July 11022

23 Jyoti Alkash 10 3 GPS, Jarali July NR24 Anshu Ajay 10 5 GPS, Raniyamoo July NR25 Ram Bheem 12 6 GHS, Karkar July 101926 Kajal Shekh Alam 12 6 GHS, Karkar July 102427 Kavita Surender 12 6 GHS, Karkar August 103728 Seema Virender 11 6 GHS, Karkar August 1038


29 Raju Kumar Anupam 10 6 GHS, Karkar August 103930 Komal Deshmesh 10 6 GHS, Karkar August 104731 Sneha Arjun 8 2 GPS, Karkar July 794032 Aman Arjun 9 4 GPS, Karkar July 794133 Rajveer Kishan 8 2 GPS, Karkar July 794234 Diksha Mahaveer 9 2 GPS, Karkar July 793935 Shabana Riyast Ali 10 Nursery MSR Public School July 9036 Arbaj Riyasat Ali 8 UKG MSR Public School July 8937 Pawan Janardan 6 1 GPS, Karkar August NR38 Preeti Janardan 8 2 GPS, Karkar August NR39 Ajay Rampur

Bhroor7 Nursery Greet Child School August NR

40 Pooja Rampur Bhroor

6 Nursery Greet Child School August NR

41 Beena Suraj 7 1 GPS, Karkar August NR42 Meera Suraj 9 3 GPS, Karkar August NR

Kadam Center, Maharajpur

43 Aditya Bilas Ma-hadev

11 6 GMS, Maharajpur July 668

44 Chandni Moh. Aadil 14 7 GMS, Maharajpur July 66945 Sarfraj Jabul Ansari 10 6 GMS, Maharajpur July 67046 Gyansham Ram Ashish

Patal7 Nursery Pangasa Junior High

School August 118

47 Pushpanjali Ram Ashish Patal

10 3 Pangasa Junior High School

August 120

48 Radhya Ram Ashish Patal

8 3 Pangasa Junior High School

August 119

49 Neha Bablu 9 1 Pangasa Junior High School

July 113

50 Mofida Mohammad Mohidul

8 1 Aman Public School August NA

51 Mokunal Mohammad Mohidul

8 1 Aman Public School August NA

GPS- Government Primary School, GMS - Government High School, GHS - Government High School


Annexure 3: List of New Children Enrolled in Kadam

S. No Name Father’s Name Age StepKadam Center, Karkar

1 Sagar Sanjay 6 12 Roshan Jaiki Chorasiya 6 13 Surayraj Jaiki Chorasiya 7 14 Sachin Prem Chand 6 15 Shakina Ganga Ramnisad 10 16 Pradima Ganga Ramnisad 8 17 Nagma Sahjad 6 18 Sahadat Sahjad 7 19 Aasima Sahjad 8 110 Amrita Soni Jitender Kumar Soni 8 311 Aryan Soni Jitender Kumar Soni 7 312 Aditya Soni Jitender Kumar Soni 6 113 Kirat Kumar Sanjay Paswan 6 114 Tejender Kumar Sanjay Paswan 6 115 Ankesh Kumar Sanjay Paswan 8 116 Pooja Rampur Bhroor 6 117 Ajay Rampur Bhroor 7 118 Sheetal Dharmesh 9 119 Nirmal Ashish Kumar 6 120 Alok Kumar Vishal 6 121 Piyush Vishal Gangwar 6 122 Rahul Tarkeswar 6 123 Vipul Kumar Arvind 6 124 Abishak Kumar Dilip Kumar 9 125 Aakasha Kumar Dilip Kumar 6 126 Pallavi Tarkeshwar 9 127 Kamal Rajjak Khan 6 128 Himanshu Manoj Kumar 11 129 Vishal Hari Ram 9 130 Vishal Rana Pardeep Rana 8 131 Fatma Khatun Suleman 8 1

Kadam Center, Maharajpur32 Harkesh Nanha 7 133 Yashoda Nanha 6 134 Darakesha Shikhavat 7 135 Frahana Shikhavat 9 1


Annexure 4: Plan for the Next Quarter

S. No Activities Plan1 No. of new children enrolled in the Kadam Center 102 No. of inactive children -3 No. of Kadam children mainstreamed 104 No. of Kadam children 1005 No. of Kadam children who received education material 100

6 No. of sports/cultural event organized 5

7 No. of slum development meetings organized 68 No. of parents teacher meetings organized 69 No. of life skill sessions organized 610 No. of cleaning actions organized 6

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