I think it's really great to see these students practicing their English by writing to their Givology supporters. To me, this demonstration of basic proficiency is proof that through their education, they are acquiring marketable skills (competency in a foreign language) that will be useful to them when they graduate, regardless of whether they are able to continue on to college and graduate school. Having spent two summers in China, I feel that there are alot of opportunities for those who speak English, especially in industries such as tourism. So while I think it's great if Givology can sponsor students who go on to become doctors, politicians, teachers, etc., it's also very worthwhile if we can help students finish a high school education that will give them skills to earn a slightly better living.
As you can see, the messages from our donors really do encourage the students, and they really do appreciate it when they hear from the Givology community. Please keep messaging them! Many, including the Peach students, face daily pressure to drop out due to the earnings they know they are giving up by staying in school. As many of the Peach students have written in their letters, if they were to leave school, they could start contributing to their family's income, instead of being a burden on their parents. Even if Givology covers their school expenses, we still do not cover the opportunity cost of not finding a job. Messages of encouragement can really make a difference in keeping these students motivated and focused on their end goals.
