Rotary Public School Jodhpur

The team were privileged to visit the Rotary Public School which was built and financed by Rotary.  Built in 1972, this school was erected in a deprived area in Jodhpur in order to provide disadvantaged children with an education and chance in life.  Entirely financed by the 110 members of the Rotary Club of Jodhpur Main, this school has a current cohort of 800 children ranging from nursery age to 16 years old.  Families are charged a maximum 200Rs (£1.77) per month for their child’s education with any extra expenses covered by the aforementioned Rotary Club.  One building in the shape of a dollar sign ($) was funded by The Rotary Foundation (in the USA) and a number of technology and science labs were funded by Rotary Clubs in Germany.  It is reported that since the establishment of this school, the surrounding deprived area has drastically improved, illustrating the vital importance of education.  Both our visit here and in Jaipur highlights the positive benefits of education and the difference that Rotary and Rotarians can make to the world.  Experiences such as these inspires one to reflect and be grateful for the opportunities and resources that are available in more developed countries.

The team at the Rotary Public School

Class in progress

Cathie and Anna performing the "head, shoulders, knees and toes" song