Remote learning during the spread of the Corona pandemic negatively affected Abdul Rahman’s school average. “I couldn’t focus enough while studying at home. My grades dropped and so does my self-esteem,” says Abdul Rahman, 13 years old.
“My grades were acceptable in the sixth grade, but only when we returned to school that I realized I almost forgot how to read and write. I lost my self-confidence. On the day of the exam, I write my name on the exam paper, and all of a sudden, I forget everything I learned. later, I started to dislike going to school."
The remedial classes were a turning point for Abdul Rehman and more than 35 children in grades 7 and 8 in the Beddawi camp, Tripoli.
“These classes helped restore my confidence. I go to school with more enthusiasm because I know I prepared my lessons well.” Explains Abdul Rehman, and with a confident smile he says, “I will continue my education and I'm sure my grades will improve this year."
The remedial classes are part of the "Supportive Education Program for UNRWA School Students", that Taawon launched this year in collaboration with the Women's programs Association in Baddawi camp.
Samah Ayash is an Arabic teacher helping students after school. She has her students separated into two categories. The first category is made up of those students who need rigorous follow-up not just for daily tasks but need to be re-introduced to the whole curriculum again due to the fact that they can’t keep up with their peers at school. These students are the most at risk ones of dropping out and need assistance not only after school, but in school, and at home. The other students that Samah deals with are those who seem to have blank spaces in some concepts and in her role as a teacher, she works by bridging that gap. Samah confirms that despite the complexities, the improvement in both categories is palpable and further solidifies the reason for the after-school program.
