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Children around the world are starting back at school thanks to Holt sponsors and donors. Whether in a big bustling city, or rural one-room classroom, children are so thankful for the chance to learn! 

Cambodia

Dara is so happy to attend school this year with help from her Holt sponsor! Without their support, she wouldn't have been able to attend this year.
Dara was excited to walk to school for her first day, with a backpack full of new school supplies!
Dara's parents sell ice cream for a living, and are dedicated to helping their daughter attend and excel in school! They recently received training to be a Holt foster family, supporting vulnerable children in their community.

"I want to go to school because I know that we need to have knowledge to live well, be smart, and do things rightfully. In the future, I want to be a teacher for young children. I strongly believe that education will help me have a better life!"

Dara, Holt-supported student in Cambodia

China

School support is one of the very biggest ways Holt sponsors and donors support children in China. Some children attend school in very rural areas, while others attend large multi-story schools in more urban settings.

Uganda

In Uganda, children were all smiles for their first day of school! With backpacks, school supplies and uniforms from their Holt sponsors, they're ready for a fun year of learning!

Recess is a favorite part of the day for children everywhere!

India

Many Holt-sponsored and supported students in India are girls, as girls face a strong stigma and more roadblocks than boys in pursuit of an education.

"I'm elated to be back in school," said Dipali. Now that her school is back in-person, she's excited to be able to better understand the curriculum.
Ankit said that the past several years of online school due to COVID restrictions were "boring," and that he's so happy to be back in school this year! He's especially excited for field trips, lunch and recess with his friends.

Thailand

Children in Holt's programs near Bangkok and in southern Thailand were excited to start school! Some even got to go on special field trips with their classmates to begin the new year.

These siblings pose together before their first day of school!
At a special park, children pose with giant durians — the "king of fruits" popular in Southeast Asia.
Children of all ages went on a field trip to visit a nearby space exhibition! They're learning to reach for the stars!

Vietnam

Especially in rural areas, a bicycle can help children quickly and safely arrive at school!
A bicycle is a popular Gifts of Hope that many Holt sponsors give to their sponsored children.

These girls are so happy to be back together again at school!