Today we went to Wakiso Children's School of Hope. The children were excitedly waiting for us at the gate. When we left the van, the children ran forward welcoming us with big smiles and hugs. It was one of the warmest welcomes I have ever received. They are so proud of their campus and took us on a tour. You can see in their faces how much they want to be loved and I hope I was able to give them that today.
The school has a new football field, and they all worked very hard to make it happen. The students and staff even planted the grass on the field. They are very excited about having their first Fields of Dreams Uganda football tournament on it this Saturday.
On an educational focus, I was privileged to witness an oral quiz and debate between the children of The Wakiso Children's School of Hope and another of FoDU's partner schools, New Kabaale Busega. It was a first for both schools. It was all very exciting to watch. I was very impressed with the knowledge the children had on the rules of debate and how they presented their positions on their topic: Urban Life vs. Rural Life. Both sides did an excellent job. The children really focused on their side of the debate, made good points, and would ask for further explanation when the other team was making a point. The children' pride showed through.
I am so glad to be here and meet these children who have so many needs and at the same time, they take so much pride in their education.
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