Our Ugandan staff have been busy
making sure the Lambs are well situated in their schools, and have consulted
with headmasters and students’ teachers for feedback. Our Lambs at St Kizito
High School were counselled to take advantage of study groups with their fellow
students and to communicate with their teachers to clarify any uncertainties
that might hold them back from passing their exams. In addition, the ULA staff
encouraged the Lambs to make good choices in friends, avoiding negative peer
pressure that would negatively affect their learning experience.
As the Lambs age, some of them qualify
and aspire to trade school job training or higher university education for
advanced degrees. Those who have sponsors who are willing to continue their
support past high school are able to pursue their passions and skills. The ULA
charter and commitment to our orphaned Lambs is to provide them with shelter,
faith-based boarding school education, medical care and counsel through high
school. We’re grateful to God for His provision making that possible, and
grateful for sponsors who commit to going above and beyond.
Some examples of Lambs who have been
able to pursue advanced education: In May, students at YMCA Buwanbo were
visited. Patrick is taking a course in Electric
installation; Damalie, a course in catering and hotel management;
and Harriet a course in fashion and design. In May’s report (click
below) pictures of these students in their school environments are featured.
Also in May’s report are pictures of
two Lambs pursuing careers in the medical field. Joshua is at St.
Francis School of Health Sciences pursuing a course in
Nursing. Betty is at Mildmay School of Nursing and Midwifery, taking
a Nursing course also. They are both in what is known as “school practice” in
Uganda; enrolled students gain practical experience in treating people.
In June, staff visited
with Catherine, who is pursuing a tourism course and is in her final year
at St Lawrence University. Her internship has taken her to Queen Elizabeth
National Park and Lake Bunyonyi, the best sites for tourism in Uganda.
Internship helps children gain experience in what they are yet to face in the
working sector.
June’s report also tells of the role
of a Senior Woman at the high school level. A Senior Woman is chosen
to offer counselling to specifically the girl children. They are advisors to
assist our girls in how to cope with day-to-day life while at school and in the
community, preparing them for whatever future God has for them.
It's been a busy few months; and we’re
thankful for the added bonus that none of the Lambs have needed medical
attention; they all remain well. This blessing isn’t taken for granted!