Update for Day 3 - 25 May 2014
Today the students were given a chance to take an ox cart
ride around the village. It was very exciting for everyone as this was the
first time they had such an experience. The ox cart is their usual mode of transport. The ride was bumpy as the roads were
uneven and during the ride the students had an opportunity to have a close-up
look at the houses in the village. The villagers were extremely friendly and
the children ran and cycled along with us on our journey.
After the bumpy experience, we went back to serious work as the students
divided themselves out into groups to carry out the tasks for the day. This
included laying bricks to form the classroom wall, finishing up on the wooden
window frames, painting them and continuing to carry soil to level the ground.
A heart-warming and meaningful incident happened today. While playing with the children, our students noticed a Cambodian boy who had a
deep wound on his foot. The students immediately brought this to the attention
of the teachers and insisted that something be done to help the child. We
treated the wound as best as we could and bandaged his wound. It was really
good that our students are learning to be observant of people who need their
help and are taking the initiative to contribute in their small ways to help.
Lastly, we had a fun bus journey back learning how to sing
Cambodian songs from our guide, Mr Khorn. The cheerful and loud voice of our
students as they sang enthusiastically was certainly a good way to end the day.
The students ended their song session with a rousing rendition of our School
Song!
Reflections
I find that the
Cambodians communicate in a very friendly manner to each other. The local
people are very happy in their interactions with each other. The friendly
conversation between neighbouring children while we are on the ox cart ride
really made an impression on me. – Jessica, 3A4
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