Haiti Update

Since Schools Count Corp. helped to rebuild IMN School in Darbonne, our volunteers and donors have always taken an interest in the events surrounding the school and the many affairs of the island nation. Here's some of the latest news...

Yesterday, Schools Count mailed an $895.00 check to Haiti Partners. In turn, these funds will immediately be provided to IMN School Director Maxandre Bien-Aime as he finalizes the last part of school reconstruction.

Sadly, there have been over 4,100 deaths to due to the cholera outbreak. Another 210,000 cases of the disease have been reported in the country. Though the death rate has slowed a bit, it is still, nonetheless, not close to be under control as of this writing.

The political situation in the country is still muddled on a number of fronts. Though the final phase of balloting for President is set for March 20th it remains unclear about the possible impact 'Baby Doc' Duvalier will have on the election. Added to the mix is the likely return to the country of former President Aristide. He was granted a passport to return to Haiti and most people feel he will return to his homeland. So the run-off between Mirlande Manigat and Michel Martelly on the 20th is on but, the likely presence of two former leaders may have some impact on the outcome of the voting.

We appreciate all that you have done to help the children at IMN!

Many thanks,
Dick