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The PROLASA Education Department is comprised of several institutions. These include a Primary School, Secondary School and the University of Idjwi in Kashébéré, on the Island of Idjwi and the La Sagesse II Secondary School and ISTAC — a School of Nursing and Medical Imaging in the City of Goma.
Complèxe Scolaire PROLASA, Kashébéré, Idjwi
The Complèxe Scolaire PROLASA is the Primary School on the campus of the Patmos Children’s Village located in Kashébéré on the Island of Idjwi, South Kivu. There are 345 students in the Patmos Primary School — 27 are orphan children from the Patmos Children’s Village, 103 are orphans from the surrounding community and 215 are village students. School fees for the Complèxe Scolaire PROLASA are $120 USD / year. This includes supplies, school fees and insurance.
The Principal of the Complèxe Scolaire is Mr. Bahati Murdoma LaVie.
Institut Technique Professionelle d’Idjwi (ITPI)
The Idjwi Professional Technical Institute is a secondary school on the campus of the Patmos Children’s Village. It has 286 students in 5 sections: Building Construction, Mechanics, Commercial, Education and Biochemistry.
The Prefet of ITPI is: Daniel Cyiza Singayinka.
Muchulo Pygmy Primary School
A school was set up at the Pygmy village at Muchulo. The pygmy children are taught how to read and write. Their parents also joined the classes and are excited to take classes with their children.
University of Idjwi (UNILAI)
The University of Idjwi is located 1 km from the Patmos Children’s Village on the Island of Idjwi. It has four faculties — Public Health, Psychology / Education, Business Management, and Applied Sciences — Civil Engineering, Political Science and Agronomy.
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Complèxe Scolaire La Sagesse II
The Complèxe Scolaire La Sagesse II is a PROLASA Secondary School located in Goma, North Kivu. It has 4 sections — Education, Biochemistry, Social Sciences and Commerical/Administration. There are 501 students studying at La Sagesse II..
Institut d’Enseignement Supérieur de Technologie en Afrique (ISTAC)
This institution of higher learning has three sections: Nursing, Medical Imaging and Computer Science. There are 420 students at ISTAC.
As we approach the end of the school term, many of our secondary students face a significant hurdle: their school fees remain unpaid, preventing them from receiving their report cards. An urgent amount of $225 USD is needed to ensure these students can complete their academic year with dignity.
For our elementary school, the situation is equally pressing. Proper school uniforms are a requirement, and without them, we will not be permitted to open our doors for the coming school year.
Our primary school currently serves 213 students — 104 boys and 109 girls. This year has brought both achievements and sorrow. We mourn the loss of two of our young students and extend our heartfelt condolences to their families. Among our students, 99 boys sat for their final exams, with 92 successfully passing, and 101 girls took their exams, with 91 passing. Sadly, 5 boys and 8 girls dropped out during the year, in addition to the two boys we lost.
Through these challenges, we remain committed to providing quality education and fostering a supportive environment for every child entrusted to our care.
Ongoing-Education Projects
Muchulo Pygmy Project
Kamiro Industrial Campus
Patmos Children’s Village
Education Department
Current number of students registered: 105 boys and 111 girls
Number who took their final examinations: 102 boys and 107 girls
Those who advanced: 98 boys and 100 girls
Those who failed: 2 boys and 3 girls
Those who dropped out: 3 boys and 4 girls
Needs for the Education Department:
Classroom supplies: $300
Latrine for the school: $372
One of the upcoming needs is the construction of a school latrine, a request brought forward by the teachers. The estimated cost for this project is approximately $800 USD, and we’ve added it to our growing list of initiatives aimed at improving daily life for the community. Earlier this week, we sent $2,500 USD to continue the progress on the Health Centre. These funds will allow the team to purchase bricks and begin raising the walls—a significant step forward. The next phase will involve sourcing support for the rafters and roofing sheets to bring the structure closer to completion. Your continued generosity plays a vital role in making these projects possible. Thank you for standing with us.
| No. | Item | Quantity & Unit Price | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Roofing Sheets | 10 sheets @ $9.00 each | $90.00 |
| 02 | Wooden Planks | 8 planks @ $5.00 each | $40.00 |
| 03 | Rafters | 12 @ $2.50 each | $30.00 |
| 04 | Roofing Nails | 4 kg @ $3.00/kg | $12.00 |
| 05 | Regular Nails | 5 kg @ $2.00/kg | $10.00 |
| 06 | Boards | 30 @ $4.00 each | $120.00 |
| 07 | Labour | $50.00 | |
| 08 | Transportation | $20.00 |
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Students Lined Up for The New School Year at Muchulo
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