Updates

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.

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

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