Kenya's 'World's Best Teacher' gives away his monthly income to help his students

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Through his donations, the school has been able to build new classrooms. He also plans to bring water to the school, and set up high-speed Wi-Fi and a modern computer lab.

In a small overcrowded classroom in Pwani village, rural Kenya, Peter Tabichi teaches his students science.

Born in Kiisi, 37-year-old Tabichi is from a family full of teachers. In March, he won the Varkey Foundation 2019 Global Teacher Prize for his achievements in the remote and overpopulated Keriko Mixed Day Secondary school where he teaches math and physics. The award, which comes with a $1 million prize was announced in a ceremony in the United Arab Emirates, recognizing his"dedication, hard work and passionate belief in his student's talent.

Educating and Entertaining African Kids 22:59His drive to give comes from being a Franciscan brother, a religious order of men within the Catholic church, he said.The brothers take vows of celibacy, poverty and obedience to the gospel way of life that values simplicity, justice and care for the earth. Tabichi carries these values everywhere he goes. "Our way of life is to give more and as a Franciscan brother I believe that it is in giving that you are able to receive," he said.

 

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