Dunhuang City Yueyaquan Lanzhou Yu-Lang Hope Elementary School
Date of Visit: September 27, 2012
Purpose of Visit: Revisit
Grades: K-5 (6 classes total)
Although the school is designated as a rural school, it is actually very close to Dunhuang City. Due to an increase in student population, an additional plot of land was purchased behind the current campus for future expansion.
Students
No. of Students: 167 (no boarding)
Students are dedicated to their studies. 100% graduate on to Yueyaquan Town’s junior high.
Teachers
No. of Teachers: 12
Teachers are earnest and hardworking, producing excellent results such as winning awards year after year. The teachers are younger in age and thus energetic and enthusiastic, helping foster students’ talents.
Buildings/Facilities
– 6 classrooms
– 4 multipurpose rooms
– Library: ~5,000 books
– Computer Room: 20 computers
– Restrooms: 31 squat-toilets
Problems/Issues
Library books are outdated and need to be replaced with new ones. Lacking 40 computers and music equipment. Also lacking kindergarten playground equipment such as slides.