MARTHA: S121-SOP
November
2023
Martha, at fourteen, has advanced to the fifth grade. Her enthusiasm for Bible Studies and English shines through as her favorite subjects this year. Recognizing the importance of education in personal growth, Martha emphasizes the value of learning for everyone. As the President of her class, she takes pride in her leadership role, drawing inspiration from her late father whom she believes would be proud of her achievements.
Residing with her mother, a farmer, Martha holds onto her dream of becoming a tailor someday. Balancing her academic pursuits with her familial responsibilities, Martha continues to strive towards her future aspirations with determination and resilience. Sponsored by: Peggy & John Sundquist
October
2022
Martha was very lively and talkative during our interview update session! It was a joy to see her thriving and hopeful. Martha is now fourteen years old and got a double promotion to fourth grade. This boosted her spirits and self-esteem. Her favorite subject is bible. She still wants to be a tailor when she grows up. Sponsored by: John Applebaugh
September
2021
Thanks to the generous donation from Todd Schliesman, Martha has been re-enrolled into school for the 2021/2022 school year. She was promoted to the 2ndgrade this year! Her teacher says she is performing very well and is a joy to have in class. She still wants to be a tailor when she grows up. She continues to live with her mother.
September
2020
Thanks to the generous donation from Todd Schliesman, Martha has been re-enrolled into school for the 2020/2021 school year. She did not complete her last year and is still in the 1st grade this year. Her favorite subject is reading and she likes to play kick ball with her school friends and siblings. She still wants to be a tailor when she grows up. She continues to live with her mother.
October 2019
2019
Thanks to the generous donation from Dan & Brookh Lyons, Martha has been re-enrolled into school for the 2019/2020 school year. According to her teacher and mother she is a big help both in school and at home with her 4 brothers and sisters.
June 2019
We are pleased to announce that Martha was promoted to K-2 for the 2018-2019 school year. Her favorite subject is writing and she looks forward to school each day. Ann Wal, thank you for your sponsorship and giving your student a gift of education.
September
2018
Meet Martha, who has been generously sponsored by Ann Wal. She is 9 years old and in the kindergarten-1 this year. Martha lives in Sopea Town, Liberia with her mother. About a year ago, Martha’s father fell while coming from the farm and died on the spot. Her mother does not have adequate income to support her and her 5 children. Martha’s interests are playing with dolls and she hopes to be a tailor when she grows up.