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We are very proud of Spitler School graduates, Dena and Li Mao.  These young ladies were members of our very first graduating class in 2010.  Both girls kept their focus on their education and finished three years of middle school and three years of high school.

With the help of two generous sponsors Dena and Li Mao are attending their first year of college. These days are full of classes, assignments and new friends. Dena also hopes to join the Public Speaking club soon. She recalls the times she thought her dream of becoming a teacher was hopeless as her family is very poor. Now she is excited and thankful. Li Mao expressed her gratitude through a written letter to her sponsor. Together, Dena and Li Mao joined the sixth grade graduation ceremony with fond memories of their own graduation here, seven years ago. They have such bright possibilities ahead!

 

In 2010, Kim, a first grader at Spitler School, had severe health concerns that were almost fatal. Sarin, along with a Spitler volunteer, hurried her to a hospital just in time for life-saving surgery.  After a long recovery Kim grew into a healthy young lady and this week she graduated from 6th grade.  She received her brand new bicycle, a new uniform, and school supplies for her next journey into middle school.  We wish all our graduates a healthy and happy future, and we are thankful that Kim will enjoy a future that she almost missed.

Photo: Sarin and Kim

You may remember Chhiv Ley, the 6th grade teacher at Spitler School who won national recognition for her dedication to education and her students. She joined the 6th grade graduation ceremony and watched proudly as her students received their treasured bicycles and spent a last day at their school. After the celebrations, she gathered some 6th graders for a photo. They responded quickly, regarding her with fondness and respect, sharing some laughs and smiling big. Spitler School is fortunate to have Chhiv Ley as a shining example of teaching excellence.