OTIS: S203-LIA
November
2023
Otis is promoted to the third grade, marking a significant milestone in his academic journey. His improved health compared to a year ago brings a sense of relief and joy, signaling a positive turnaround in his well-being. After facing a challenging and arduous struggle, his return to good health fills us all with gratitude and optimism. Otis’ resilience and high spirits are commendable, serving as a source of inspiration to all who know him.
Thriving in school, Otis continues to excel academically. Despite his past challenges, he remains determined to pursue his dream of becoming a doctor one day. Residing with his uncle, Otis is surrounded by love and support as he goes on his journey toward achieving his aspirations.
October
2022
Otis barely passed first grade! His promotion to second grade was made possible by his sheer determination to succeed despite struggling with an off and on illness during most of his school year. It is not clear what condition Otis was battling but the good news is that he is doing much better. This is commonplace among families who cannot afford to send their child to a medical center and relies upon locally available herbal remedies. A short-term treatable illness at a health center becomes a long-term recovery struggle for families like Otis who cannot afford the cost of standard medical treatment. Supporting Otis’ determination is just one of the many things that put a smile on the face and heart of the GPA family. Sponsored by: Larry Thompson
September
2021
Thanks to the generous donation from Larry Thompson, Otis has been re-enrolled into school for the 2021/2022 school year. He was promoted to the 1st grade this year and now wants to work on trains. Otis lost his mother 3 days ago and was at the funeral during our school distributions this year. His materials were left with the school principal. He’s going to move in with his uncle after his mother’s burial.
September
2020
Thanks to the generous donation from Brittany Meyers, Otis has been re-enrolled into school for the 2020/2021 school year. He is in the K-2 grade this year and still wants to be a doctor when he grows up. He had been very sick, at the beginning of the year, but was taken to the sick bush for treatment and is now back in school and doing well. He continues to live with his parents.
June
2019
We are pleased to announce that Otis was promoted to the
K-1 for the 2018-2019 school year. Judy, thank you for your sponsorship and giving your student a gift of education through Girl Power Africa.
September
2018
Meet Otis, who has been generously sponsored by an Anonymous Donor (JB). He is 11 years old and is going to school for the first time this year. Otis lives in Liagbala, Liberia with his parents whom are both unemployed and couldn’t afford to send him to school. His interests are helping his mom and he hopes to be a medical doctor when he grows up.
