Access to Complete and Holistic Education (ACHE Rwanda) set out with a simple but powerful goal: to make school a more enjoyable place for students. Their approach was moderate – just a volleyball and a net. At the time, the students had ever played volleyball. It was new, unfamiliar, and exciting.
What started as a fun break from the routine quickly became something much more. The students were curious, then engaged, then passionate. They learned the rules, practiced after school, and began developing real skills. Laughter and energy returned to the school yard.
As interest grew, so did the talent. Friendly matches turned into inter-class competitions, and eventually, the school began participating in local tournaments. The transformation was incredible.
“We knew nothing about volleyball, but now we are the champions of our sector. It helped us learn and enjoy, but now we are competitive too.” Damas
This simple gift sparked a wave of joy, learning, and growth. It showed that meaningful impact doesn’t always come from grand gestures—sometimes, all it takes is a ball, a net, and the belief that students deserve to play, learn, and thrive.
On this International Day of Play, let’s remember that play is not simply leisure; it is a right, it is children’s life, it is how they grow, learn, connect and thrive. The small gift to students triggered joy, connection, learning and growth. Yes, it sometimes takes very little things with a strong belief that students deserve that chance to play, learn and grow every day.
So exciting and impactful story!
Great job ACHE,we pray for more provision!