Updates
Cambodia Trip
In March, students, teachers and RW family members visited Cambodia for yet another incredible experience. It was hotter. than usual, but that didn't get in the way of a lot of fun!
Teacher Training
Once again the talented mentor teachers from Caring for Cambodia came to the village of Tbaung Damrei to share their expertise with teachers from our schools and neighboring schools. So thankful for this connection!
Cambodian New Year
On April 25, folks in Ridgewood celebrated the Cambodian New Year! A great opportunity to learn about Cambodian customs, and games and enjoy delicious food! Thank you Van Imm for always making time to be with us
Arn Chorn Pond
On October 17 - Arn Chorn Pond, Cambodian Humanitarian, Founder of Cambodia Living Arts, and survivor of the Cambodian Genocide visited RHS, Willard Elementary, and the Ridgewood Public Library to share his story and inspiration for a better world.
Steel Wheel Fundraiser Nov. 30
On November 30, Steel Wheel Tavern hosted a fabulous fundraiser for the RCP - Great food, an amazing turnout, and fun games led to a very successful evening! Thank you Steel Wheel for your generosity!
Valentine's Day Kits
To help celebrate Valentine's Day - the Ridge and Willard Cambodid Clubs had a Smore Love for Cambodia Fundraiser. With help from the RHS Cambodia Club, they created and sold over 200 kits!!
2022
So Good To Be Back!
After 3 years, we were finally able to return to Tbaung Damrei to visit students at the Ridgewood Village School (our middle school) and the Tbaung Damrei Primary School. We had 2 great days of smiles, games and even some dancing. Despite 2 years of inconsistent schedules and remote learning, the students are doing well. And three new computers have been purchased and are on their way!
Celebrating Cambodian New Year
Ridgewood resident Van Imm, Club members and friends learned how the holiday is celebrated in Cambodia and took part in a traditional holiday ceremony, RHS students taught the group cambodian dances and games and also collected bags of rice to donate to Ridgewood Social Services.
2021
Sister school in Cambodia getting vaccinated!
As of October 2021, most Cambodians, including school-age children are vaccinated. Soon ALL students will be back in school
Getting the Computer Room Ready
We are preparing the Computer Room for when our students can return to school in person- new floors, clean rooms and a few new computers will be arriving soo
Preparation for the new school year
During the past year, Ridgewood students raised money to continue improving our Cambodian sister schools. This morning, Mr. Sokhorn, the Principal of our Primary School shared his appreciation. We’re fortunate to work with such caring and compassionate educator
Putting tile down in the Pre-K and Computer Room
Ridgewood Cambodia Project Update
This has been a challenging year worldwide. In Cambodia, despite the low number of Covid related deaths, it has been especially difficult for those living in or near the capital city of Phnom Penh. The students at our schools in Tbaung Damrei have only been to school for a few weeks since the pandemic began. Additionally, very few have WiFi, so although the Ministry of Education has provided online resources, our students haven’t benefited from them
Final note
Graduating seniors: Kaylin Marshall, Daisy Torres, Pablo Esteve, Yea JIn Lee and Yurina Homma
Thank you for being an integral part of everything we do. We’ll miss you
