Me on top of Elmina Slave Castle with the Atlantic Ocean in the back ground!

The Tema SOS Children's Village consists of children from all over Ghana. The children are either orphans, or come from families that do not have the means to support their children through education. The children live right within the village and there are 15 family homes in the Village. Each home consists of a mother, and a up to 10 children. The village emphasizes community and family and wishes to provide the best education possible for the kids. People from around Ghana also send their kids here because the education is so good here.

Today, I met my host teacher. Though she does not measure up to Mrs. Lang, I know she will be a good fit. I will be teaching different classes, in 4 different grades: Literature, 2 writing, and 1 oral English for English Language Learners. I was also asked to help out with the Drama club and the debate team! I am so excited.

Prince Michael Djan, a real prince, his father is King Djan Kwesi II, and talked to us today about the culture of Ghana. He is the Prince of Akuapen Adonteman and he teaches at my school! He answered a lot of our questions which was great. I love learning about their culture! It is so incredibly different, but so great!

I hope all is well with the rest of you and I look forward to hearing from you!
The town of Elmina


Love and God bless,
Christina