Dek Dee Official Opening

      On Friday, October 9, Sue Wright achieved her dream when Dek Dee Nursery was officially opened.  Dek Dee is an early learning centre for 3 to 5 year old children from the Ban Chang area.  The school was set up on a charitable basis, and with the help of donations from PILC and Jesters, was opened in April this year, and the 45 places were quickly filled.  So far Sue has received sponsorship for six of those children.  The facility gives the children the opportunity to learn and play in a safe environment while their parents are at work.

The day started when nine monks performed a traditional blessing which many of the children and their parents attended, along with members from PILC and the Rayong Ladies Circle.  Other guests included Mayor Somporn from Phala District, Woody from Jesters, Scott and senior IB students from St. Andrews School.

After the ceremony, the children entertained the guests with traditional dancing.  There were stars of the show and some more reluctant participants as happens with 3 and 4 year olds.

Gillian Thom gave a welcome speech and introduced the manager of Dek Dee, Khun Porn, the teacher, Khun Buhn and also the assistants and cook, all of whom contribute greatly in the day-to-day running of the school.

The mayor made a short speech and presented all the children with a small gift.  Following this he performed the ribbon cutting ceremony with Sue, and Dek Dee was officially declared open.

A wonderful lunch, which was provided by Khun Porn and the fresh fruit donated by the district nurse, was an appropriate way to end the celebrations.