Updates from Happy day end of September 2025

 A MEETING HELD AT HAPPY DAY JUNIOR SCHOOL ON 26/09/2025 @ 2PM.

MEMBERS PRESENT
1. Margaret
2. Mary
3. Kellis
4. Mercy

ABSENT WITH APOLOGY
1. Bernard

AGENDA
1. Preview of the previous minutes and confirmation
2. Matters arising
3. Current occurrences
4. A. O. B
5. Adjournment.

Min 1.
The meeting started with a word of prayer from tr Mercy.
Previous minutes were read by tr. Margaret and confirmed by tr. Kellis.

Min 2.
-it was observed that the feeding program was going on very well and that the kids now looked happy and healthy. 
-it was also observed that the staff kitchen duties were going on well and the coordination between the staff was good. 
-it was noted that the availability of teaching and learning materials was making academics go on smoothly. 

Min 3
- on Monday this week we had visitors from the global horizon school which is sponsored by Fanny ( a German citizen).
- we discussed and explored ways that can help us all especially in partnership.  It was agreed that we can hold a joint fun day, or any other activity. 
- we also talked about transitioning of our needy pupils to new horizon after they reach our highest class. This will help us ensure that the kids continue with their education unlike before where some had to stay home for lack of funds.
- we will visit global horizon school on Monday  to do some benchmarking. 
- On Wednesday 24/09/2025 we received visitors from BATUK ( British army training unit in kenya).
- they brought some sweets, soda, juice , milk, food stuff,  clothes,  duvets and duvet covers.  We gave the kids the snacks and made chapati for lunch.  We also made chai ( tea) for all of us. 
- the clothes were equally distributed amongst the kids.
- each staff member received a duvet,  a duvet cover, a packet of milk and some clothes. 
- some duvets were left in the school for use at a later date when we start a day care.
- We received 70 spring files for our pupils from a friend of tr. Margaret.  This will help us keep each child's exam papers well.

Min 4.
No any other business was raised and the meeting ended with a word of prayer from tr Mary 

Updates on how the demonstrations in Kenya affects the Happy day family and minutes from staff meeting

A MEETING HELD AT HAPPY DAY JUNIOR SCHOOL ON FRIDAY 12/9/2025 AT 1PM.

MEMBERS PRESENT
1. Margaret mueni
2. Mary mbocha
3. Kellis kageni
4. Mercy kerubo

ABSENT WITH APOLOGY
1. Bernard Ndolo

AGENDA
1. Preview of previous minutes
2. Matters arising
3. Current affairs
4. A.O.B
5. adjournment. 

MIN 1
The meeting started with a word of prayer from tr mercy.
Tr. Margaret read the previous minutes.  The minutes were proposed by tr. Mary and seconded by tr. Kellis.

MIN 2:  MATTERS ARISING
It was noted that there had been an increase in the attendance of pupils since the re introduction of the feeding program.  This week we had 3 new admissions from an immigrant family ( Burundi nationals) who are living in very very needy and poor conditions.
They are now assured of free education and two meals a day for five days in a week.
Availability of Learning and teaching materials has also made it easy and smooth for both educators and learners.
-The premises is direly in need of renovations and a face-lift.  The paints are peeling off, the iron sheets are torn and a danger to all, the doors on our iron sheet classes are worn out too( will post pictures on Monday).

MIN 3:: CURRENT AFFAIRS
-It was agreed that the school was doing great and on the right track.
- It was agreed that we need an interactive session between our parents and teachers to chart the way forward.
- it was agreed that the kitchen duty roaster was going on very well and that if the person on duty needed any assistance they were free to ask from any of us.
MIN  4:: AOB
it was noted that the water cartels in the area keeps on interfering with our pipes ( especially in our absence) and that we need to find a lasting solution to this. It was suggested that we find the area community chairman and get to know what we need to do to stop the menace.  ( we will try to find him this week).

MIN 5.
Having no other business,  the meeting was adjourned with a word of prayer from tr.  Mary. 

Due to the recent gen z demonstrations against the government,  education in kenya has been greatly affected because of:::;
- disruption of learning.
- distraction of properties and businesses leading to loss of income for parents. 
- hard economic times


We currently have 42 learners and 4 teachers.

Almost half of the learners lack basic learning materials including  books.
Luckily we are now able to provide them with pencils,  crayons, modeling clay,  erasers and sharpeners. 
They lack books and uniforms , however we keep our hopes high and take one day at a time.

We are sincerely grateful  and we appreciate all the support and input given to us by all our well wishers....
Be blessed always. 

And as we say in swahili,  Asante sana 

Minutes from staff meeting

A MEETING HELD AT HAPPY DAY JUNIOR SCHOOL ON  5. SEPTEMBER 2025 @2pm

MEMBERS PRESENT
1. Margaret mueni
2. Mary mbocha
3. Kellis kageni
4. Mercy kerubo

ABSENT WITH APOLOGY
1. Bernard Ndolo


AGENDA
1. PRAYER
2. REVIEW OF PREVIOUS MINUTES
3. REACTIONS TO PREVIOUS MINUTES
4. CURRENT OCCURRENCES AND OBSERVATIONS
5. ADJOURNMENT


MIN 1.
The meeting started with a word of prayer from tr. Mary.

MIN 2
Tr. Margaret read the previous minutes which were proposed by tr. Mary and seconded by tr. Kellis.

MIN 3
It was agreed that some of the raised concerns had been taken care of and the school fraternity was grateful. 
We now have the most essential items and learning and teaching has become smoother.
It was also observed that due to the meals provided , there has not been any cases of absenteeism. 
It was also observed that the school has had enquiries from parents on how to have their children at our school.  This was attributed to the re start of the feeding program. 
We expect the number to increase by the coming week.
It was agreed that we will stop the new admissions immediately we reach our target of 50 children.

MIN 4

Having observed the current occurrence and situation,  it was agreed that the school was in good progress and trajectory. 

MIN 5
On any other business,  it was suggested that we request the eco safi dealers to change our cookers when we order for pellets next week.
This was because the stoves are in need of replacement or repairs ( this is done for free).

MIN 6

Having no other business,  the meeting was adjourned with a word of prayer from tr. Mercy. 

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