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The Story of Meru Peak

The idea for Meru Peak Day School was institutionalized by 
an amazing man named Baba Juma who resides in Tangeru 
Village, Tanzania. Within his village the need for change was  
painfully apparent in the accumulation of children that would 
run the streets unsupervised an unschooled each day. These 
children were too young and poor to attend school that 
would not discriminate against these children and allow them 
the chance for a better future. This idea was met with support 
from his friends, family, and community, allowing for ground 
to be broken on what would be known as Meru Peak Day 
School. The result of all their hard work unveiled a lovely 
three room school house where children ages three to seven 
year olds can come and begin their learning experience. All 
of the lessons and most of the instructions are taught in English. 
This English based curicullum was a courageous move by Baba 
Juma because traditionally in Tanzania English is not introduced 
until secondary school. Introducing these children to English 
earlier in their learning careers allows them a better chance to 
excel rather thanfall behind as they progress in there education 
level. Along with this daring idea came a great need for help. 
Cross Cultural Solutions is international volunteer agency that 
has a base in Tengeru. They provide volunteers who come to 
Meru Peak every day and help teach the classes that are so 
crucial to the development of these children. Since Meru Peak
is not dictated by the traditional guidelines they are free to 
create a learning friendly environment that promotes greatness. 
The children’s reactions to have been a resounding cheer for 
knowledge. Once again with this great accomplishment another 
great need has been created. At the top of the class there are 
gifted four year olds working on long division. The potential for 
all the students at Meru Peak Day School is immeasurable. 
The only thing that hinders the promising future for these 
children is a lack of the most essential components; food, 
clean water, pencil and paper for everyone in class and hope 
for something better. Meru Peak Day School is a beacon of 
hope for all those who are involved in its ambitious betterment 
of the Tanzanian youth and future. The students are 
malnourished and are in dire need of assistance. The tradition 
of this learning institution will endure and the students will 
succeed as long as some financial obligations can be met.

Asante Sana (thank you very much) and please read and 
explore our website and please donate to the Tanzanian
Educational Foundation that sponsors Meru Peak and 
provides educational scholarships for the children in 
Tangeru !!