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Read about how Maranyundo is revolutionizing education with the Maranyundo Training and Learning Center (MTLC). Dive into our latest blog to learn about innovative programming, groundbreaking initiatives, and the impactful journey toward empowering digital literacy in Rwanda.
Read about the recent Maranyundo and UGHE visits and the Maranyundo College Counseling Program. From fostering self-awareness to celebrating success stories, the dedicated College Counseling program guides students through five empowering stages, ensuring each choice aligns with their strengths. Explore global perspectives through campus visits and broadened horizons.
Read about First Lady Jeannette Kagame's recent visits to Maranyundo Girls School – from celebrating the International Day of the Girl Child to fostering discussions on strong families. Together, we're committed to education and empowerment.
Read about our recent 'Umuryango' Event: Celebrating Maranyundo Community! It was an evening filled with warmth, celebration, and inspiring stories that echo the heartbeat of the Maranyundo community.
Sister Ann was buried on Sunday, October 8th, 2023 in Rwanda at the Sisters’ Cemetery in Save with a wake and service on October 7th at the Maranyundo Girls School.
In her honor, we gathered a collection of tributes from the Maranyundo community, family, and friends of beloved Sister Ann Fox. To submit your own tribute to Sister Ann, fill out the form at this link.
On March 18, MGS hosted an engineering education training for 20 teachers from nearby schools. These teachers were from the Bugesera district and other Benebikira schools. All of the teachers were trained on a new program designed by the Tufts Center for Education and Engineering Outreach supported by a grant from the LEGO foundation.
In December 2021 the Maranyundo Girls School brought back recent graduates for an Alumnae weekend at their campus. Check out this clip to see how it went!
With the holidays coming up, donate to the Maranyundo as you do your shopping, using Amazon Smile and Minted.
In March of 2020, founder and long-time board member Sister Ann went on a trip to Rwanda that was supposed to last one month, but she ended up staying for a year and a half. Here are some of her thoughts and reflections from living in Rwanda during the pandemic.
The Maranyundo Girls are finally back to school this week! Their first day of fall term was Monday, October 11. After being sent home a second time at the end of their school year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, they are so excited to be back at school and start their routines. Best of luck with a great semester!
In 2021, the Maranyundo Initiative has an increased fundraising goal of $150,000 for:
- Stronger campus-wide internet
- Personal laptops for each high school student
- Tech support to help manage the school's technology
- Funding to provide STEM trainings and community programming in Bugesera.
You may wonder what goes on at MGS when the girls leave. Of course while there is always the garden and animals to tend, this is also time to reflect, rehabilitate, plan and invest for the future. This year, however, campus has been especially busy!
On this International Women's Day, we are thrilled to share that Head of the Maranyundo Girls School, Sister Laetitia, was one of the four women in Rwanda honored for outstanding work in engaging, inspiring and promoting women and girls in STEM.