After multiple delays, the expanded laboratory in the medical clinic is up and running! Having an on-site laboratory will allow for quicker results and greatly reduce the risk of misdiagnosis and delays in treatment, a win -win for everyone.
The good news continues with an impressive 90% of our 13th grade students passing the required Haitian national exams! Given that the average passing rate is 45%, the success of our students is a testament to their hard work and to their teachers who encourage and inspire them. We are grateful for our sponsors who help pay for salaries, books and supplies, and hot lunches for our students.
The leaders at the Christian Church in Cite Soleil are focusing on reinforcing team capacity by training new preachers, worship team members, and new musicians. The church leaders are creating “proximity groups” including church members who will be responsible for reaching out to people in their communities, visiting one another and providing help to meet the needs in the community.