Did you know that 30% of KGSA’s staff and students are Muslim? They’ve been celebrating Ramadan this past month at KGSA. Ramadan is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. It comes to an end with Eid-al-Fitr this weekend when the new moon is observed, likely this Sunday night. …
Good morning from Kenya! Ever wonder what a “typical” day looks like when I’m visiting KGSA? Here’s a peek into one of mine:6:32am Wake with the sun and catch up on emails from the USA, where yesterday is coming to a close. 9:15am Commute to KGSA, which can take up to an hour depending on traffic. 10:12am …
Good morning from Zanzibar! It’s such an honor to be here with Director Claris and six KGSA students. Thanks to our new Board Member Germaine Jackson and partnership with Pacific Ridge School (PRS) in Carlsbad, California, we are participating in a service-learning trip with 14 of their students. It’s been a great cross-cultural experience. Many of …
As we kick off the unofficial start of summer, KGSA is kicking off a new project! KGSA’s 120 boarding students consume A LOT of water for drinking, bathing, cooking, washing clothes, and using the bathroom. Currently, KGSA pays a private tanker $1,376 EVERY single week to deliver 40,000 liters of water to the school. Water …
Do you have a song that reminds you of your mom, grandmother, or other maternalistic figure? Mine will always be Ain’t No Mountain High Enough by Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell – because my mom was an aerobics teacher when I was growing up and that was one of her dance songs. In recognition of …
James Miyare teaches geography and business studies. He was the class advisor of the class of 2024, and he played a big role in helping the class break the KCSE record. What do you enjoy doing outside of class?When I am not in school, I spend most of my time visiting places of interest, interacting …
Dalifa Hassan graduated from KGSA in 2012 and attained a Bachelor’s in Education from the University of Nairobi. She recently finished a Master’s in Education for curriculum studies – a first for the KGSA staff! Who inspires you/your life?My mom is my all-time inspiration and role model. She has always loved and supported my siblings …
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Josephine Mbinya teaches mathematics and geography. She graduated from KGSA in 2018 and from the University of Nairobi with a Bachelor’s in Education and Mathematics and Business. Who was your favorite teacher in high school?My favorite teachers were Madam Claris and Mondestah. They both played a very critical role in making me believe that no …
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Wow, this month has flown by in some ways, but in others, it felt like an eternity. The KGSA students and staff are back in school after enjoying four weeks off with their families. The girls were eager to see their friends as their loved ones checked them back into the boarding facility. The beginning …
You helped make this possible.This work – educating girls in Kibera – is hard, relentless, and some of the most rewarding work of my life.The most important thing? That we keep going.Every year, my hope is that we grow louder and stronger, so that more KGSA girls have what they need to thrive. This year, the …