The new school year is here, and so is the new school in Senguebengou!
The project consisted of the renovation of the old school as well as the construction of a new one opposite of it. All the works went smoothly, the buildings are beautiful and the people of the village even made a new wall around the plot in a traditional way.
With all the new trees and bushes they planted on the site, we can see how much the school means to the people of the village. They were engaged in the whole building process and can truly say that this is their school, not just a building somebody made for them. They have proven to be a real partner!
Since everything went positively and without dificulties, Senguebengou can go to a new level! We decided that this should be the place to start a hygiene programme which is very important. The children will be learning about the importance of hygiene in everyday life, and what we can do is install the first blue pump out of many to come!
To view the post with more information about the blue pump click here.
A very big part of this project was done in collaboration with Impulsis who gave us a generous donation and the possibility to elaborate the hygiene programme.
Last but not least, we also have some photos of the school furniture. What we aim to do is to recycle and reuse old furniture by using the parts that are still in good shape. Again, this would not be possible without the dedicated work of the local people who put all the benches and tables together!
The final report about the project will be in December after our visit to Senguebengou and when the installation of the blue pump is done!
Click here to view a design booklet by LEVS architects.