Muna & Sophie
Muna Says,
Hi, I am Muna Alameh an English teacher at Hebron Basic Girls School. I'm from Hebron city in Palestine. I have been teaching English since 2000.At the beginning of every scholastic year, I put hopes in my mind and try hard to achieve them.
The most important thing for me is to make English Language enjoyable to my students by giving them the space and the chance to practice speaking English more and more, express themselves,help them to express their opinions and encourage them to talk as well.
In my opinion, Hands Up Project is very interesting and helpful to my students to practice speaking English in a positive atmosphere, break the ice, motivate and help shy students to share in discussion.
The Hands Up Project is not only a meeting once a week, It is also a new experience and self confidence for my sixth grade students to try something new and use English in a new method.
We prepare for the sessions in advanced, agree on the topic we're going to talk about , students prepare themselves and draw pictures related to the topic .
I'm very happy to work with a great volunteer like Sophie, she's very kind, supportive and good listener , she encourages them all the time. We are very good team work and collaborate together and we miss each other.
Big thanks to the Hands Up Project for this great chance that means a lot and have a good impact on Palestinian Students.
Sophie Says,
Teaching these students from the West Bank has become the highlight of my week—a source of joy and inspiration, no matter how hectic life gets. Their curiosity and enthusiasm create a dynamic classroom where laughter and learning go hand in hand. I strive to infuse humour into our lessons, and their lively participation reminds me that education is a two-way exchange; we all grow together.
None of this would be possible without Muna, whose unwavering support empowers the students to dive deeper. She patiently guides them, offering clarity and encouragement, and transforms uncertainty into moments of profound understanding. Walking away from each session, I’m filled with gratitude for the chance to connect with these incredible young minds , both classes are my absolute favourite every week.
Yet alongside this joy lies heartbreak. The harsh realities of occupation shadow their lives, denying them opportunities many of us take for granted. When news from Hebron weighs on my heart, I’m reminded of our shared responsibility to advocate for justice. These students deserve more than resilience—they deserve freedom. Teaching them isn’t just a privilege; it’s a call to action.