"I am in a family of five and I am the fourth born. It has even become a problem for my mum to feed us all. I would like to prosper in my academics in order to help to lift my family out of poverty. My plan is to make sure that I will go to university, where I will pursue my academics and become one of the best engineers in the country. Engineers have always inspired me. I see myself giving back to the community and helping to lift other people's lives out of poverty."

"I am in a family of five and I am the fourth born. It has even become a problem for my mum to feed us all. I would like to prosper in my academics in order to help to lift my family out of poverty. My plan is to make sure that I will go to university, where I will pursue my academics and become one of the best engineers in the country. Engineers have always inspired me. I see myself giving back to the community and helping to lift other people's lives out of poverty."

Peter's mother passed away in 2006, and Peter was brought to the Flying Kites Leadership Academy along with his siblings Monicah and Elias. Peter has a gift for finding solutions and mediating. His nickname at Flying Kites is Kofi Annan, after the Ghanian diplomat known for his great conflict resolution skills. Though he has a mature outlook for his age, Peter is well known for his playful side. He is quick-witted, loves to surprise people, and is rarely seen without a soccer ball in the yard. Peter has a strong work ethic in his studies and serves as a great role model to the younger children at Flying Kites.

Dolly had to leave school because of the distance to the senior school. Her parents did not want to take the risk of sending her that far everyday. Dolly's father is a farmer in the village of Bhatpur. Dolly is talented at sewing and cooking and loves to sing. She loves to listen to and sing along with the radio. Dolly aspires to become a teacher.

I would like to tell you about my past and how when I would go to school I walked with my supplies in my hands or in plastic bags. I felt very happy when I was gifted something that I often worried about having because for my parents it was really hard to find money for my supplies. They were married in 2006 and are a couple very happy with their children. And presently, I'm so happy to be studying in this program. It's so nice to study and be able to move ahead and I feel very proud that my parents and the community are supporting our class so much. They have put forth a great effort so we can have a good future. I know that by studying I can help my family in the future.