An Adventist school in Dominica had to shut down the registration because it was completely full. Students were begging for space, asking if they could bring their own desk so they can have a spot in the school.
The island of Dominica [dom-in-eek-ah] is commonly mistaken for the Dominican Republic. But it’s actually its own beautiful island nation in the middle of the Caribbean islands, separating the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea. It’s full of waterfalls, tropical beaches and hot springs.
The island is also full of children who need a good education. The Ebenezer SDA Primary School has become one of the most respected schools on the island. They would like every child to receive education, but many challenges are now facing them.
“This school is special because I can see God's miraculous hands here. A school that is so crowded, it is located between two main highways. There is noisy construction around the school. Within all of these situations and challenges, it’s doing so well. It's among the top ten on the island and I'm always amazed to see God work at this school.”
The school stands right next to a large river which leads to the ocean. Whenever hurricanes or strong rains come, the river floods the school. This is only one of the challenges they face.
“We also face the challenges of having road repairs done by the government right next door and the machines working constantly throughout the day while exams and classes are going on. We had to battle all of that.”
The Ebenezer primary school has become so popular they have to turn away students looking to enroll. Even the 200 students they have now overcrowd the school.
“Before you know it, we had to shut down the registration because of the number of persons that were coming in and begging for space, asking if they could bring a desk, if they could bring a bench. Whatever the situation currently, we just do not have the space to take any other child.”
The school has started construction on a new building that they hope will solve these issues. The facility will accommodate 300 students as well as provide new resources.
“We will look at ten classrooms in terms of space. We are looking at having a computer lab, a science lab. Also, the yard space needed in terms of for the students to be able to to play and enjoy themselves will be larger than what we presently have.”
The Ebenezer SDA Primary school already has a good reputation in the community. They’re now awaiting funds to complete the construction of their new school building. Part of your 13th Sabbath offering will go to help finish the construction of the new Ebenezer SDA Primary School building and inspire the next generation of students.
“I assure you your contribution will not be lost. You will look back and maybe who knows, these same children whom we are educating will serve you and your generations in the years to come. These children who you are contributing to, will end up being who knows the next general conference president, who knows the next education director.”
Please pray for the education work of the Seventh-day Adventist Church around the world and the growth in Dominica. Thank you for your support of projects like this.
