The points listed below present an outline of the programmes we are comitted to within Project O. Some of these items have already come to fruition and others are in development:

1. Build self-sufficient children’s homes for the most needy children infected and affected by AIDS. Homes to be managed by a House Mother with care of 6 children. Each single storey home to contain 3 bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, lounge and in keeping with African tradition a thatched roof. All facilities, water, drainage, electricity to be included.
2. Recruitment and Training Homestead Mothers
   Two House Mothers to be provided for each homestead. Provision of free accommodation, food etc. with basic salary and training for each House Mother over a period of six months.
3. Sponsorship of orphans in homesteads
   The provision of food, clothes including full new school uniform, 100% school fees, and basic medical care for each child.
4. Sponsorship of orphans in extended families
   Some orphans are able to remain within the extended family which offers a limited measure of safety and encouragement, but these families often lack the financial means to support the child. Sponsorship of these orphans provides the same package of care (food provision and delivery/clothes/school tuition fees).
5. Promotion and Publicity of Project O
   Substantial financial resources are required to enable Project O to build and sustain the homesteads and support the orphans. Considerable promotion and publicity of Project O is being undertaken and will continue to be carried out in order to raise awareness of the plight of the orphans, and raise funds for the project. The promotional activity being undertaken includes the mass production of Project O DVD; T shirts; sponsorship packages; leaflets; awareness raising events e.g. sky-diving.
6. Establish formal office and recruitment and training of additional staff
   Establish fully equipped office with computer equipment, photocopier, communications equipment etc, with recruitment of additional staff.
7. Self-sufficiency initiatives

• Purchase of sheep, cows and pigs for animal rearing, husbandry and food.
• Purchase of vegetable tents for propagation of high quality crops.
• Training and capacity building for arts and crafts, e.g. beadwork; weaving; pottery.
• Water slide amusement feature: 100m long water slide: built as an income generating facility with potential of raising £60 - £100 per day.

Bike Club

Bike club is run every Saturday in Maphephetaini - a rural part of the Valley of a thousand hills. Many of us take for granted much of our upbringing and the things that are readily available to us. Bikes are just another one of those things out of reach for the average child living in these remote rural communities- Until NOW!

Now the children of these communities can get to experience what fun it can be to ride a brand new bike.

We have a different group of kids each week so all the kids in the community get to benefit.

They go for rides with our staff members then go back to the chief’s compound where they teach life lessons, life skills, moral and value education etc.

The club also promotes;

• Friendship
• Teamwork
• Fitness
• Hope

We currently have 30 top class mountain bikes.

We plan on making that up to a hundred within the next 2 years or so and it should get the attention of the national media. It has already features in 4 national sports magazines in South Africa.

This initiative has been made possible by the following organisations;

• Group 5
• Sean’s power cycles
• action pad print

School of Excellence Mission

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world."
Nelson Mandela


The purpose of the Project O school of excellence is to prepare students to be successful in their continuing education, to create positive learning habits, Godly habits, personal and work habits, to prepare students to be successful in their careers, to teach students to be responsible and informed citizens, to teach students to communicate effectively, and to create a basis for a desire for lifelong learning.

We believe the following aspects of our school will help to maximize the potential of each child that enters through the doors;

• Comprehensive/internationally recognised Curricula
• Small Class Sizes
• State of the Art Computer Technology Centre
• Dynamic Creative Arts Program: Music, Foreign Language, P.E.
• Breakfast and Lunch Included
• Structured Before and After School Programs
• Experienced, Qualified and Caring Staff
• Other intensive life skill courses
• Structured Christian teaching
• Exciting school retreats
• School Verse

Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength”

Our school will be a comfortable, clean building with fresh bright classrooms set in an attractive, adventurous, safe external place to relax, learn and play. A place where aspirations can be achieved in a non-threatening environment and children can develop spiritually, morally, culturally, socially, intellectually, physically and aesthetically leaving our school as well-rounded, responsible citizens with the skills and confidence to be successful in their future endeavors.

It is our intention to ensure that teachers demonstrate their Christian commitment through examples, in their relationships with one another, their care for the pupils and the quality of commitment they show in their work.

Beliefs

1. Every child will receive an exemplary education.
2. A safe and nurturing environment is necessary to enhance learning.
3. Students must be empowered to reach their potential adopting the mindset-“Do whatever it takes to become all you were born to be”

The core values of honesty, respect, tolerance, fairness, self-discipline, community, integrity, responsibility, honesty, work ethic, and trust is the foundation upon which our school is built.

My Generation

I will change my world for the better.

My attitude will determine my altitude.
This is my generation; it was waiting for me to arrive.
I am here and it will not be the same.

I was born to be a success in life.
My future is secure and my presence makes sense.
I have purpose and potential.
My steps are in order; I am destined by God himself to succeed!
I do not need popularity.
My position is already secure!
I produce excellence by my own attitude.
I was born to win.
This is my generation.

I was born for such a time as this!

School of Excellence in Education Goals

1. Create a safe and secure environment for all students to learn.
2. Promote team building and positive team interaction among students, board, superintendent and staff.
3. Provide a solid foundation for exceptional administration, sound financial management, and an excellent educational instruction.
4. Continually seek ways to provide and communicate a positive impact on the students, staff, family and community.

Students will take pride in their school and will respect the dedicated teachers and staff who commit their lives to education. Students will hold themselves to high standards of achievement and academic excellence. They will be grateful for the privilege of receiving an education and they will strive, to the best of their ability, to accomplish their educational goals. All students will have an equal opportunity to receive a quality education.

Parents/guardians will have the right to participate and will be encouraged and expected to get involved in their school. Parents/guardians will follow through at home to make certain their children live up to their school commitments and obligations.

Academic standards will be high and all students will have a personal education and goal plan to ensure direction and encouragement along a path that allows them to become the best they can be. All students will be proficient in the core essentials of learning and will be prepared to be successful in their continuing education, in their chosen careers, and as productive citizens of the South Africa. As English is the chosen language of the world the English language will be the prominent language of the Project O School of excellence.

The faculty and staff of our school will be competent and caring professionals who will work as teams to teach, coach, and motivate students to learn. They will continuously strive to increase their skills, to be proficient in the latest educational technologies and to be outstanding role models for students. The faculty and staff will be mentors and advisors to students and parents/guardians. They will be aware of the personal educational needs of each of their students. They will bear the responsibilities and live up to the high expectations of their profession and will take an active role in their communities and in their school.

The future of our country and our way of life depends on the education of our children. In this beautiful country, we must rise to the challenge and build our education system into a responsive institution that serves our students and our Country with pride and distinction.

Project O ‘School of Excellence’ is about recommitting ourselves to the highest standards of education rather than minimum basic skills.

Project O hopes to have purchased the building for the school by the middle of 2009. please keep up-to-date by viewing our building fund page.