Gala Gab: Guilin to Kampala
Good evening everyone! My name is Emiko Kobayashi. I would like to share with you my story and specifically how Sister Schools has...
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Sep 3, 20212 min read
Gala Gab: But That's Exactly What Happened
Who would have thought that supply drive participants would ask for donations for Sister Schools at their birthday parties, but that's...
Aug 20, 20212 min read
Board Corner: Interview with Dr. Carol Coram
Dr. Carol Coram joined Sister Schools' Board of Directors this summer, connecting to Sister Schools' mission to teach compassion,...
Aug 13, 20212 min read
Board Corner: Interview with Sam Goodman
This summer, Sister Schools welcomed a new class of volunteers to the Board of Directors! Sam Goodman is always on the move, whether he's...
Jul 23, 20211 min read
Board Corner: Interview with Marina Choi
In June, Sister Schools welcomed a new class of volunteers to the Board of Directors! Marina Choi loves being outside, especially while...
Jul 9, 20213 min read
Staff Spotlight: Interview with Sheilah Otyek
As a staff member, Sheilah Otyek learned first-hand how the Sister Schools program opens eyes and changes lives in Uganda. Now an...
Jul 2, 20213 min read
Farewell, for Now
Julia Leitman's first experience with Sister Schools would go on to shape the rest of her life. From her penchant for travel to her...
Jun 4, 20214 min read
Staff Spotlight: Q&A with Asia Kamukama
In this week's Staff Spotlight, we are featuring Asia Kamukama! From her first encounter with Sister Schools in Primary 5 through...
May 28, 20214 min read
Staff Spotlight: Q&A with Terry McGill
What is a typical day/week for you as Program Director? It really depends on the time of year. In the fall it’s presentations at schools....
May 21, 20216 min read
Staff Spotlight: Q&A with Ella McGill
In this next round of Feature Friday interviews, we’re shining a spotlight on the people who keep Sister Schools’ wheels turning: our...
Apr 30, 20213 min read
Tour Reflections: Q&A with Alison Fast
Alison Fast traveled to Uganda with Sister Schools in 2018. She cherishes the memories from that trip and found life-long friends in her...
Apr 16, 20211 min read
These Are A Few of My Favorite Things
A couple of weeks ago, we shared the remarkable story of Martha Birabwa, a former student at Mukono Boarding School who visited us on the...
Apr 9, 20213 min read
Tour Reflections: Q&A with Carol Lycette
Carol Lycette lost track of how many times she’s traveled to Uganda with Sister Schools. That’s a testament to her dedication and...
Apr 2, 20212 min read
Tour Reflections: Q&A with Kellie Eaton
This week's Feature Friday shines the spotlight on Kellie Eaton. A secretary and registrar at Samantha Smith Elementary School, you may...
Mar 26, 20215 min read
How One Sister Schools Student Realized Her Dreams
Martha Birawba has always been a go-getter: from her leadership on Sister Schools' 2008 Ssuubi Tour, to her dedication to her education...
Mar 19, 20213 min read
Family Fun: Q&A with the Murawski Family Part 3
In Part 3 of our interview series with the Murawski Family, we are hearing from Claire Murawski, a Junior at Eastside Catholic High...
Mar 12, 20212 min read
Family Fun: Q&A with the Murawski Family Part 2
In Part 2 of our interview with the Murawski Family, we are catching up with Alex Murawski! We have missed him this year as he started...
Mar 4, 20212 min read
Family Fun: Q&A with the Murawski Family Part 1
Over 12 years, the Murawski Family has done it all with Sister Schools! They have spent countless hours sorting in our warehouses,...
Dec 18, 20201 min read
Joy Nakafeero and Her Tailor Shop
We're almost there. In just two short weeks, 2020 will be behind us - or maybe they'll be the longest two weeks of the year. Who...
Dec 11, 20201 min read
Double the Gratitude
It is hard to believe that it has already been six weeks since our Virtual Gala - it feels like no time at all and yet so much has...
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