Reopening of schools in the commune of Port-a-Piment

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We are witnessing a slow return to normalcy in the wake of the political turmoil that gripped Haiti in the last few weeks, and which prompted all schools to close their doors. School reopening in Port-a-Piment has been a gradual process. At the schools of EFACAP and Notre Dame du Rosaire classes resumed on Monday February 19th, but not at full capacity.

 

 

The disruption caused by the nationwide political unrest prompted the parents to send their children back to the classrooms with some anxiety. But being mindful of their children’s education, residents of the commune of Port-a-Piment are now expressing a collective sigh of relief as schools reopen.

 

Despite the many challenges, the reopening of schools signifies a step towards normalcy and the restoration of routine for both students and parents. It becomes a beacon of hope amid the broader problems faced by the society at large. As classrooms gradually fill with students, parents are finding solace in the fact that their children can resume their education, even if the path forward is uncertain.

Photo: Jonel Musac

 

The many ways KPP prevailed in 2023.

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A new year is starting soon, and KPP looks fondly over a year gone, a time that was full of challenges and that tested our resolve to help improve lives in the commune of Port-a-Piment.

In the area of Education:

  • KPP expanded its Sponsorship Program to also help 10 young men and women acquire vocational skills. 30 promising youngsters continue on the program for their primary education.
  • The 2023 KPP Summer Camp for 80 children was planned and executed by the local KPP members.
  • Additional books were acquired for the KPP Children Library. It is now open to the students of the EFACAP during school days and to children of the town on weekends.
  • The KPP Prix d’Excellence and a University Scholarship were awarded to deserving students.

KPP gave financial support to local projects that enrich the lives of the youth of the commune such as:

  • The Inter-school Soccer Championship
  • The Reading Contest at the EFACAP school
  • The opening of the Jean Marc N’Deurbelaou Room at the school of Notre -Dame du Rosaire, for audio visual education.

In 2023, KPP also continued with:

  • Its Dairy Cow Project
  • The Animal Breeding Project
  • The channeling of donated medical supplies to nearby communities.

The Board of Konbit Pou Potapiman thanks you so much for your support.

We wish for a Better Year for our homeland; a Healthy Peaceful Year for you and your families!

 

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Award of the Gattereau Scholarship

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Konbit Pou Potapiman Inc. is proud to announce that the “Ing Gerard Paul Moryl Gattereau Scholarship” has been awarded to the student Jaquelin Musac of the Lycée de Port-a-Piment. Musac is a resident of Potus in the commune of Port-a-Piment  The funds were provided by the Gattereau family and friends in memory of the late Ing Gerard Paul Moryl Gattereau. Mr. Musac is now attending the College of Engineering at the American University of the Caribbean in les Cayes, Haiti.

 

To qualify for the scholarship applicants had to be recommended by their school administrators, maintain an above average during the academic year (NS4), pass both the Official State   and the University   entrance exams. Four students from different schools of Port-a-Piment underwent the eligibility process. The winner was chosen based on the University admission exam score.

 

Konbit Pou Potapiman (KPP) expresses a sincere Thank You to the Gattereau Family and Friends for their trust and willingness to support our effort toward a better future for our homeland. A special recognition goes to Gerard Rene Gattereau for his appreciation and encouragement.

 

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