Collins is the last-born child in a family of six. His mother is single and has a great burden of education two of his siblings who are currently in high school. To keep the siblings in school she has sold almost her land. The family has been left with a very small land that cannot sustain their livelihood. Despite facing challenges in his primary school, Collins did not give up in his quest to become an accountant. He believes that hard work never goes unrewarded

Julius is the last-born child in a family of seven. He completed his primary level education in 2017 and could not proceed to secondary school since his parents could not afford school fees. ÊHis parents are casual laborers and due to their old age, the burden of taking care of the large family has overwhelmed them. Julius is determined to achieve his dreams. He loves math and is looking forward to be an accountant in the future. He believes that education is the only key for a prosperous future.

Vicody was the second of nine children in her family, raised by two parents who did casual labor. Vicody loves to read; her favorite subject is English and she wants to be a teacher. After she became pregnant with her boyfriend's baby, she had an obstructed labor, which caused her to lose the baby and need medical help. Vicody sought help at a surgical clinic, recovered, and is now enrolled in secondary school where she is happy to continue to work towards her goal of becoming a teacher.

Marygoreth is ranked 3 in her class of 41 students. Her parents are not able to afford the school fees for secondary school. She would like to be either a teacher or a nurse so she can help people. She believes through education she will accomplish her goals.

My name is Isata Foday. I am girl. I am about fourteen (14) years old. I am in grade six (6). I am studying with my mother, father and my step sisters and brothers. My best subject in school is social Studies because I want to know about my country and other countries at large. After lunch in school I play Akra which is played by girls only, sometimes I played basketball. My favorite music is Lek u Culture which is played by one of our local artist. I like watching Nigerian movies. In my fun time I tell stories. I want to be a doctor in future.

My name is Ibrahim Sankoh. I am a boy. I am 12 years old. I am attending the Muddy Lotus Primary School; I am in grade six (6). My best subject is E.S.P.&S. My hobbies are reading and watching games. My favorite book is story books. I like listening to Sierra Leone Culture Music e.g. Bubu music In my fun time I like giving puzzles to my mates. Cassava and stew is my best food. I like playing football in school, sometimes I am he captain of my team. I want to be a journalist in future.