Embracing the Marvels of Science: Unleashing Curiosity and Empowering Young Minds

Feb. 15, 2023

As I distributed the carefully tailored lab coats, an infectious wave of excitement swept through the classroom. Without hesitation, some students eagerly slipped into their coats, seeking approval from their peers on their new appearance.

Their elation filled the air as they exclaimed, "Look at me! I resemble Mahabir Pun!"

A Fellow's Quest to Unlock Mathematical Brilliance

Jan. 15, 2023

Dibyadarshi explains, “My classes are now a combination of the traditional teaching methods and the more recent alternative methods. However, when I first started my journey as a math Fellow, I never thought that the traditional teaching method which is the subject of derision amongst the teachers, trainers and students alike will find a place in my lessons.”

PEBL: Fun Space For Learning

Dec. 15, 2022

PEBL has been an ongoing learning program for Teach For Nepal (TFN) since January 2022 in collaboration with Tufts University in two districts of Nepal, Dang and Parsa.

Building a more robust foundation through collaboration - A Story of Collaboration post covid

Sept. 15, 2022

The pandemic might have come with its challenges, however, with such relentless and dedicated teachers, our vision for our students will still be achievable one Fellow, one student, and one classroom at a time. One day, all Nepal's children will have access to an excellent education.

Investing in Girls’ Health, Hygiene and Happiness May Cut School Absenteeism

March 31, 2022

One day while Srijana (English teaching Fellow in Dang), was taking her regular class, a male student said, “Washing clothes is a girl’s job.” Upon probing, he shared, “ I have never seen my father washing his clothes and so there is no way anyone is going to see me do it in the future”. The girls in the class seemed to be offended by such remarks. “I wanted to intervene immediately and I did but not sure if I succeeded in changing his mindset into understanding the stereotyped gender-based roles.”, shared Srijana. 

Making Science Fun

Jan. 16, 2022

Our Fellows are connecting science to the community. Fellows from Marshyangdi; Ramhari Sapkota, and Sandeep Kumar Dahal are simplifying science, and showing them that the difficult concepts of science are happening in the workaday lives of the village. 

The Fear of English

Nov. 15, 2021

English for these students would not only serve as an additional language but it will aid them in providing a layer of security that will help them to make their dreams come true.

Sometimes you raise them, sometimes they raise you.

Sept. 3, 2021

“They will complete their school. But for higher education, they won’t be able to afford college. If my students are going to make it that far, they are going to have to learn entrepreneurial skills and work their way to college.”

The opposite of Powerlessness

Aug. 25, 2021

For many girl students having a female science teacher is a matter of wonder and pride. Their eyes light up when they see independent female science teachers who have completed their bachelor’s and master’s degree in science. 

Fear and Hope

June 30, 2021

“I don’t want to be just promoted to 11th standard without going through the 10th-grade exams,” says Sophie. How embarrassing would it be to be in 11th standard and realizing that we’re missing the foundational concepts we should’ve mastered in the 10th, add Sophie referring to how last year all 10th graders were given provisional grades and promoted without examination.