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10 years anniversary
Corner of Hope
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"Peace is a practical principle of human civilisation and social organisation that is based on the very nature of human kind. Peace does not enslave them; rather, it exalts them.... And because it is based on human nature, it a constant, a universal principle that applies to all human beings. This principle must be our guide in building a science of peace and educating humans for peace."
The Corner of Hope
is a pilot initiative to demonstrate how Montessori teacher training and schools can be delivered to the most vulnerable communities such as those in refugee, transit and IDP Camps.
Its aim is self-reliance not dependence, community not school. Self ownership and control, dignity and self-worth all play an important role in overcoming the trauma experienced by the inhabitants of the camps. It has the added advantage of building for the future and creating transferable skills that will accompany both adults and children wherever their final destination may be. The key focus is for the community to take ownership of all aspects of the process, from construction, to making materials and teacher training.
Its aim is self-reliance not dependence, community not school. Self ownership and control, dignity and self-worth all play an important role in overcoming the trauma experienced by the inhabitants of the camps. It has the added advantage of building for the future and creating transferable skills that will accompany both adults and children wherever their final destination may be. The key focus is for the community to take ownership of all aspects of the process, from construction, to making materials and teacher training.
10 years into existence, the Corner of Hope school in New Canaan is thriving and has become a centre for the community. A second location has opened at a nearby location called Kisima at the request of the community. Corner of Hope has become a model for inspiration and replication, demonstrating a strong foundation in community building, skilled and motivated teachers and flourishing children.
1000
Number of students
102
Teachers trained
102
Sets of materials created
23
Houses built
1000
Number of students
102
Teachers trained
560
Sets of materials created
21
Houses built
This year we celebrate the 10th anniversary of Corner of Hope
We would like to mark this milestone as an opportunity to look back on the last ten years.
The evolution of Corner of Hope deserves to be celebrated. The incredible work and dedication of everyone who has contributed to Corner of Hope is at the core of this success story. Corner of Hope has shown that Montessori education can be applied in contexts with limited resources. The Corner of Hope school brought perspective to displaced families, coming together to create better opportunities for their children, during highly challenging times. The first pioneer teachers from the community started their training in 2010 and most are working at Corner of Hope today, growing more confident in their work over the years and in turn mentoring the new teachers from the community. The schools have become the heart of their communities and the parents are dedicated to support Corner of Hope, including tie-dying the material for the new outfits for the children to wear to school each year. The children that have moved on from Corner of Hope continue to do well and continue to visit their Montessori schools frequently.
On this website, we would like to share the stories of Corner of Hope and acknowledge the immense dedication and contribution of everyone involved.
The evolution of Corner of Hope deserves to be celebrated. The incredible work and dedication of everyone who has contributed to Corner of Hope is at the core of this success story. Corner of Hope has shown that Montessori education can be applied in contexts with limited resources. The Corner of Hope school brought perspective to displaced families, coming together to create better opportunities for their children, during highly challenging times. The first pioneer teachers from the community started their training in 2010 and most are working at Corner of Hope today, growing more confident in their work over the years and in turn mentoring the new teachers from the community. The schools have become the heart of their communities and the parents are dedicated to support Corner of Hope, including tie-dying the material for the new outfits for the children to wear to school each year. The children that have moved on from Corner of Hope continue to do well and continue to visit their Montessori schools frequently.
On this website, we would like to share the stories of Corner of Hope and acknowledge the immense dedication and contribution of everyone involved.
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Educateurs sans Frontières
A division of the Association Montessori Internationale
2022
Educateurs sans Frontières
A division of the Association Montessori Internationale
2022