Happy Schools PDG Raja Michael Bad Schools in
Happy Schools PDG Raja Michael
‘Bad Schools’ in USA
‘Bad Schools’ in England
‘Bad Schools’ in Europe
‘Bad Schools’ in Australia
‘Bad Schools’ in India
‘Bad Schools’ in India
‘Bad Schools’ in India
The survey A survey done with Government officials Educationists NGOs Rotarians (on the field) Questionnaire
‘The Questionnaire’ How many boys / girls / teachers Do they have computers / furniture / toilets Do students have uniform / foot wear / meals Dropout rates in various classes Attendance percentage in classes Do students pursue higher education
The learning Basic needs were common across the country Specific needs varied by states Transportation Vs Toilets DGs met on 7 th November and prioritized the needs Immediate focus and subsequent focus
The Immediate Needs Uniform / Footwear to instill a sense of pride 80% of communicable diseases can be prevented Safe drinking water to ensure health and hygiene Clean and safe classrooms provide better ambience to ensure attendance
Immediate needs. . . Toilets 58% of schools lack toilet facilities for girls dropout rate is higher in boys up to grade VII dropout for girls raises above boys after grade VIII girls need toilet facilities napkin changing / disposal facilities
Basic needs. . . Benches & Desks for better student teacher interaction better performance in public exams Facility of Library for the schools having children exceeding the count of 200. Well maintained space for teaching staff.
Subsequent Focus Computers Notebooks and stationeries Compound walls To ensure security and safety
The task Construct new schools 2% area has no schools 8% are uncovered areas (5 -6 km) The Club’s role identify schools which lack 4 Basic needs provide them to make them ‘Happy Schools’ The District’s Role report initial assessment submit completion report Before and after photographs
Assessment by Rotarians and third party Condition (maintenance) of donated items Initial assessment in May 2014 School dropout rates Attendance percentage Involvement of PTAs Activities of School Management Board
The recognitions For adoption of a school For completion of check box Prompt reporting Submission of photos Statistical data on performance Involvement of Rotarians Publicity offered
Happy Schools PDG Raja Michael Governor: 2007 -08 R I District 3000 Raja. Michael@GMail. com +91 98948 33333
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