Heart of a Champion Africa

Hey friends,

We’re gearing up for another year of our Remedial Literacy Program at Witkoppen Primary in Fourways, Johannesburg! If you’re new here, this program is run by HOCA to support students who are struggling in class and need individual assistance. We also have a full-time Teacher Assistant at the school, helping students throughout the day.

Over the years, when people ask me how they can help, my answer is always the same: the biggest need is teachers and volunteers to help children learn to read and write. The teachers at Witkoppen are amazing, but with 50+ kids in a class, their ability to give focused attention to struggling learners is limited.

So, we’re going again this year! If you can invest just one hour a week to help a child learn to read, we’d love to have you join us as a volunteer. If you can’t volunteer but still want to make an impact, consider sponsoring a young aspiring teacher to work full-time as a Teaching Assistant.

If this speaks to you, please DM me with one of the following:
• "I’d like to volunteer"
• "I’d like to sponsor a TA"
• "I’d like to help with resources (stationery, desks,
fixing classrooms, etc.)"

Let's make a small difference in the lives of a few of these children.

Thanks
Cliff

Hey Friends!

It's almost Christmas! Help Us Raise Christmas🎄 Gifts 🎁 for Our Kids at Witkoppen Primary!

Many of you know that Heart of a Champion Africa runs a remedial literacy program at Witkoppen Primary. As we approach the final term, we're calling on our friends to help us put together an amazing Christmas Gift for our wonderful group of kids. Every year they work so hard looking forward to this part of the year. So this time we're making a wider public appeal. With your help, we'd love to make it happen again.

Our goal is to put together 120 backpacks filled with school supplies and festive treats!

We need your help to get this done.

Each backpack and its contents will cost approximately R250.

If you'd like to contribute specific items, here is what we're aiming for:

120 x Backpacks
120 x Pencil Cases
120 x Sets of Colours/Pencils/Stationery
120 x Early Readers
120 x Puzzles
120 x Educational Toys
120 x Workbooks
120 x Snacks and Treats
120 x Lunchboxes
120 x Water Bottles

We are looking for individuals, corporations, and churches to partner with us. If you or your organization can help, please reach out to Cliff (at) heartofachampionafrica.org.za or Julia (at) heartofachampionafrica.org.za.

You can also learn more about Heart of a Champion Africa and how to get involved here: https://heartofachampionafrica.org.za/

Spread the word, and let's make this Christmas special together!

School holiday is here 14 June - 9 July. But the love of learning doesn't stop.

Looking to fulfill your mid-year resolution and help children? Consider volunteering with Heart of a Champion Africa's Literacy Programme at Witkoppen Primary!

While classes are on break until July 9th, you can make a difference by helping students improve their reading skills. Weekdays, from 11:30 - 1:30, your time can create a lasting impact.

Get in touch below to join our amazing team and make a positive difference in a child's life! 🇿🇦

Schools Reopened Today! Literacy Journey Needs YOU!

Excited for students back in classrooms! Our Literacy Programme at Witkoppen Primary needs passionate volunteers (2 hrs/week, 11:30AM-1:30PM) to inspire young readers. Be a champion for change!


Contact us for more information.

P.S. Let's make this year's literacy journey the best one yet! Share this post and help us spread the word.

As we close Term 1, let's give a huge shoutout to our incredible Teacher Assistants! They work tirelessly to empower our young champions every single day. From cheerleaders and learning guides to snack distributors :) , they wear many hats to help these young minds become superheroes of reading. Thank you for all you do!

Looking for volunteers in the Fourways area!

The 2024 Witkoppen Literacy Journey Begins! ️

Today was another special day at Heart of a Champion! Our amazing Grade 1 group embarked on their literacy journey with vibrant colors! Today we spent the day personalising their homework files, getting excited about the adventures in learning ahead.

One of our incredible Teacher's Assistants, Promise, was therepatiently guiding and encouraging our young champions.

Want to be part of their story? We're looking for volunteers to help the children learn the basics. Mondays - Fridays 11:30-13:30. Send a WhatsApp to 27 71 911 3640 and learn how you can contribute your valuable time and skills.

Together, let's unlock the potential of every child and empower them to become champions of their own future!

New Year, New Friendships!
Back to school means fresh starts, and this month, our kids are exploring the wonderful world of friendship! To spark some meaningful conversations at home, try asking these questions: What do you look for in a Friend? How can you be a good friend to your classmates at school?

Bonus tip: Share your own childhood friendship stories! Show them how these bonds have shaped you into who you are today.

P.S. Tag your teacher friends and fellow parents!

Preschool lays the foundation for everything! Let's support mentorship programs connecting experienced teachers with new educators to give every child the best start.