Hi everyone,
Well I have completed my first week at my new work place and it has been interesting, to say the least. I was taken to the inspector’s office, known as Big Hans, and chatted about general things, but nothing to do with the work I was meant to do. We exchanged Mobile phone numbers and agreed to meet later in the week. I arrived at the school to find that I did not have anywhere to stay, as the Head of Department from Nuuyoma High School, was still in my room. I was introduced to the Principal, Mr. Kamwi, and I asked him to see if he could sort out my accommodation. At 4.00 pm I was still sitting with my bags, waiting to move in, but at 8.00 pm I was in my room and had cleaned and mopped throughout the house.
I arrived for my first staff briefing at 7.00 am (5.00 am English time), and was introduced to the staff. I was given a small part of a table in the staff room to work at, approximately 30 cm by 30cm. I thanked the Head of Department, for giving up her room and spoke to as many teachers as possible. I then followed Freda (see Picture), a teacher and Counsellor, in her lessons all day. I am not sure Freda, was happy about this, but I continued to follow her anyway.
The next day I went into a few of Bonnie’s lessons, my housemate, and supported her with the maths lessons. I did a similar thing on Thursday, but did write a report up for Mr. Kamwi, the Principal of Nuuoma Secondary School. I agreed the work I would be doing at the school over the next few months. I also visited the local Primary School, which is 150 metres down the road. It was a nice visit and I agreed to go back and do some training for them as well.
Friday I worked from home and started to put together some training on understanding special educational needs. Namibia seems to be at a very early stage of development with regards to SEN. On Friday night, Pennie, one of the long-term volunteers here, picked me up. I met up with the other two Head Teachers working in Namibia and we chatted all night about our experiences.
On Saturday I went shopping in Oshikati and bought a pillow and fan for my bedroom. It is so hot here I simply melt every night.
Sunday was a little bit of work and a bit of relaxing, and then I had to get back to Oshakuku. I managed what they call a ‘hike’ here, which is paying for someone with a car to take you along a certain road. It cost me about £1.20 to go 30 Kilometres, but it was a little hairy. Not like Norwich Taxis.
On Sunday night I was invited to a Swiss Couple of volunteers, who gave me a Swiss Fondue, which was very nice!
See you next week.
Best wishes.
Barry
Well I have completed my first week at my new work place and it has been interesting, to say the least. I was taken to the inspector’s office, known as Big Hans, and chatted about general things, but nothing to do with the work I was meant to do. We exchanged Mobile phone numbers and agreed to meet later in the week. I arrived at the school to find that I did not have anywhere to stay, as the Head of Department from Nuuyoma High School, was still in my room. I was introduced to the Principal, Mr. Kamwi, and I asked him to see if he could sort out my accommodation. At 4.00 pm I was still sitting with my bags, waiting to move in, but at 8.00 pm I was in my room and had cleaned and mopped throughout the house.
I arrived for my first staff briefing at 7.00 am (5.00 am English time), and was introduced to the staff. I was given a small part of a table in the staff room to work at, approximately 30 cm by 30cm. I thanked the Head of Department, for giving up her room and spoke to as many teachers as possible. I then followed Freda (see Picture), a teacher and Counsellor, in her lessons all day. I am not sure Freda, was happy about this, but I continued to follow her anyway.
The next day I went into a few of Bonnie’s lessons, my housemate, and supported her with the maths lessons. I did a similar thing on Thursday, but did write a report up for Mr. Kamwi, the Principal of Nuuoma Secondary School. I agreed the work I would be doing at the school over the next few months. I also visited the local Primary School, which is 150 metres down the road. It was a nice visit and I agreed to go back and do some training for them as well.
Friday I worked from home and started to put together some training on understanding special educational needs. Namibia seems to be at a very early stage of development with regards to SEN. On Friday night, Pennie, one of the long-term volunteers here, picked me up. I met up with the other two Head Teachers working in Namibia and we chatted all night about our experiences.
On Saturday I went shopping in Oshikati and bought a pillow and fan for my bedroom. It is so hot here I simply melt every night.
Sunday was a little bit of work and a bit of relaxing, and then I had to get back to Oshakuku. I managed what they call a ‘hike’ here, which is paying for someone with a car to take you along a certain road. It cost me about £1.20 to go 30 Kilometres, but it was a little hairy. Not like Norwich Taxis.
On Sunday night I was invited to a Swiss Couple of volunteers, who gave me a Swiss Fondue, which was very nice!
See you next week.
Best wishes.
Barry
2 comments:
I remember Big Hans!
Wasn't he in the 70's American band, lead by Lowell George, Little Feat.
Hi Barry. Jan Wiggy recommended a good read of your blog. Congrats and well done from the CwD social work team. A welcome cuppa awaits your return, only if we hear all your stories. Good to hear news of Linda, Regards, Kris Morris
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