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Quiet and curious, Paulina enjoys exploring her interests in geography and english class with a steadfast determination. As the oldest in her family, Paulina serves as a stellar example to her younger siblings. She can often be found studying with her friends, and she hopes to become a member of parliament and help build more durable homes in her community after graduation.

Where your donation goes

Total $1200
  • Food
    $100
  • School Supplies
    $162
  • Tuition
    $938

Paulina's Funding history

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2021 Form 5
2020 Form 4

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IEFT / Orkeeswa School
Fri, March 11, 2022 at 1:29 am GMT
Dear TSF Sponsors,

I hope you are well.

As you probably know, Paulina is in her final 12th Grade term at Orkeeswa School, an important milestone in her secondary education as she looks ahead to her 12th Grade graduation in June.

Paulina recently shared some of her experiences at Orkeeswa School, and I thought you might like to hear her thoughts.

"As a 6th grader, I was shy and quiet. I did not participate in any activities or sports because I did not have the confidence to interact with other people. But each grade, academics got difficult and I needed to ask for help from my friends, classmates, and teachers, so that pushed me to start speaking up and interact with others."

"I have been able to learn a lot of things and participate in different activities at Orkeeswa. I have been a member of music, cooking, entrepreneurship, filmmaking clubs. I liked learning how to play guitar and use a camera."

"I will always cherish the support I got at Orkeeswa. I am getting the best education that I cannot imagine getting from another school. I don't think I would have made it this far if I had gone to a different school. Maybe, I would have ended in 10th grade. At Orkeeswa, we are taught practically, which helps us understand and remember the material better."

"Orkeeswa has shaped me to see challenges as opportunities for me to better myself. I face a lot as a girl, but I have learned to speak up and defend myself."


Thank you for your incredible support of Paulina throughout her education. You have been a big part of her accomplishments as a scholar and leader, and we look forward to keeping you updated on her upcoming 12th-grade graduation in June, her involvement in our Post-12th Grade Program, and her plans for after secondary school.

Sincerely,
Orkeeswa School
Paulina
Mon, March 8, 2021 at 6:59 am GMT
Dear TSF,

This is Tunu, the Communications and Development Manager at Orkeeswa School.

I hope that you are doing well in the midst of this crazy time in our world. Orkeeswa students have returned from their winter break, and are already busy with classes, activities, and athletics. With the new school year underway, I wanted to give you an update on Paulina, who is doing well this year in the 11th grade.

As part of our Advanced-Level program (11th and 12th grades) at Orkeeswa School, each student has the opportunity to serve and lead the younger Orkeeswa students through tutoring, sports, and activities. Through Orkeeswa School Mentorship program, our 11th grade class also has the opportunity to lead weekly lessons and activities with our newest class of 6th graders. It has been great to see our students develop and realize their leadership potential at school and in their community through these meaningful interactions!

We sat down with Paulina to reflect on her leadership at school and in her community, I thought you would like to hear what she has to say!

"Leadership means being a good example to other people and directing them on how to do things the right way. I practice my leadership skills at school especially during activity time. I tend to lead in a way that will not be perceived as if I am trying to control others. In my community, I practice my leadership skills by making sure I share with other people things that will help them become the best of themselves even though they did not go to school. For example, in my Maasai community girls don’t go to school like boys do, so I make efforts to talk to members of families whose girls do not go to school. I try to lead by using myself as an example."

"I do mentoring to the younger students at school and my younger sisters and brothers at home. I do that by talking to them about issues they face in life, challenges they go through and making sure that they have my support whenever they need it.”

Thank you for your continued support of Paulina's education. Your scholarship provides the experiences, resources and encouragement needed for Paulina to reach her full potential as a scholar and a leader, demonstrated in her engagement and influence in the community and on campus as an A-Level student.

With Gratitude,
Tunu and Orkeeswa School
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