Defining a "classroom"

In the US a classroom can be described as a room where students learn that consists of desks, books, a chalkboard, as well as other learning materials. Here in some parts of Kenya, the standards and description isn't always the same.

We traveled to a nursery school where SMRC had built some latrines for the school. Upon arriving I noticed children, which is normal for a school/ classroom. I also noticed some educators, which is normal for a school/ classroom. Then I noticed the structure the children were learning in: a thatch roof with one mud wall that was falling apart and a broken chalkboard: that is not normal, never mind anywhere near acceptable. The children of course appeared to be happy, but what type of education can they be getting? The simple weather challenges must create difficulty, not to mention they have no seats, desks or proper learning materials.

When I asked why the community didnt try and help rebuilt the school I was told because they dont have the money. When I asked why the government doesnt help, I was told they dont car enough.

These children have been learning in this environment for at least 2 years. This is something that NEEDS to be changed. Children should and will not learn like this. To help demonstrate how little they have, I brought an old water jug with me and gave it to one of the teachers. After taking it she said to me, "May God bless you". It was so powerful to see how grateful she wasx for that water jug. I cant imagine what she wuld think if she had a new classroom: changeIT.