Meet Ms Chery Darline, Kindergarten Teacher
“My name is Chery Darline. I’m 27 years old, and for the past five years I’ve had the joy—and challenge—of teaching kindergarten at Baptiste Bon Berger School. Every day I’m reminded that helping little ones learn and grow is both a gift and a responsibility.”
Darline’s love for teaching began when she was a student herself. “Even then, I felt called to guide and care for children,” she says. “I knew this was what I wanted to do.”
Teaching in Haiti is not easy. Darline’s two-hour commute from Mòn Kabrit includes both public cars and motorcycles, but she doesn’t let the hardship dampen her spirit. “When I walk into my classroom and see my students’ faces, it’s all worth it,” she says.
She believes children learn best through play and discovery, and she uses creativity and patience to keep them engaged. “What fulfills me most is seeing a child gain confidence or remember something I taught them,” she shares. “That’s when I know my work matters.”
Despite the challenges, Darline stays hopeful. “I want to help raise the standard of education in Haiti,” she says. “Every child deserves a teacher who believes in them.”
Please pray for Darline.
Just a week after this interview, she was in a serious accident while traveling to school and is now in the hospital. We ask you to join us in praying for her healing, comfort, and strength—and for her students who miss her deeply.
When our own staff are hurting
Haiti’s realities continue to hit close to home.
Our school director, Chedrick Caneus, recently lost his home and the building that served as offices for both Young Life Haiti and the school was destroyed by gangs.
In addition to Darline, three other staff members were injured in separate car accidents in recent weeks.
Hurricane Melissa also caused severe flooding, washed out roads, and resulted in the loss of homes, agriculture, and livestock—especially across Southern Haiti.
We are deeply grateful that the school itself was not damaged and classes continue. Our staff and students remain courageous and committed, even in the midst of instability and loss.
How to Help
PRAY
Ask God to protect our students and staff each day. Pray for Darline’s full recovery, and for peace and relief across Haiti.
GIVE
We’ve opened our Crisis Fund to help cover teachers’ medical bills and to provide food and essential supplies to families in the South devastated by Hurricane Melissa—through our trusted partner, Wooby.
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