Introduction to the Jarar Pass School (JPS) Project
The JARAR PASS School Project is an initiative aimed at enhancing community-based education in Degahbur City, within the Somali region of Ethiopia, as part of efforts to improve children’s learning in Ethiopian communities. The school is an initiative designed and managed by Eng. Kader Abdi. The JPS project will modernize a facility within the current school and create an inclusive, sustainable educational campus. Eng. Kader Abdi Café would provide educational opportunities for 1,440 students and over 300 adult learners through day and evening programs.
The Jarar Pass school project provides for essential educational needs. Education in Ethiopia emphasizes the need for improved educational quality. The debate focuses on a lack of resources, lack of qualified teachers, and lack of quality learning environment. Education in the marginalized regions of the country, especially Degahbur, has experienced low-level of learning outcomes.
Why Degahbur Needs Jarar Pass School
The area of Degahbur is experiencing rapid population growth but its educational infrastructure has not kept pace. There are no current schools with modern classrooms, libraries, health support or digital access. The gap primarily affects:
- Primary, Secondary and Preparatory students (Grades 1-12)
- Out of school youth
- Adult learners, especially women
JPS is ideally suited to help address these educational inequities by providing stated opportunities for:
- Inclusive education for girls and persons with disabilities.
- Skills-based literacy programs for adults.
- Digital learning and ICT labs for 21st century education.
Core Facilities Include
- G+1 Classroom Block (24 classrooms)
- Modern library (ground floor) and mosque (first floor)
- Health clinic and administration offices
- Cafeteria and teachers’ offices
- G+1 Residential housing for 20 teachers
- Two large multipurpose halls
- Archive, finance, and registration offices
- Sports fields, children’s play areas, and community green space
- Parking, internal roads, fencing, and utilities zones
- Borehole water system, solar energy system
- Guard houses, maintenance, and cleaner stations
This comprehensive facility is designed with inclusive features that ensure access for girls, persons with disabilities, and vulnerable populations.
Educational Mission & Social Impact
JARAR PASS School strives to foster a safe, disciplined, and forward-thinking academic environment. It will:
- Deliver general and specialized education to 1,440 students
- Provide evening education to 300+ adult learners
- Promote gender equality and reduce dropout rates
- Encourage technology adoption, creativity, and problem-solving
- Employ 20+ certified teachers and support staff
- Offer career and academic guidance programs
- Contribute to economic growth through job creation
- Serve as a hub for community development, hosting workshops and social events
- Support economic growth through job creation, skill development, and local procurement
- Enhance social cohesion by promoting tolerance, civic responsibility, and cultural awareness
- Provide literacy programs especially targeted at women and underserved adults
- Support students with disabilities through inclusive infrastructure and learning materials
- Promote environmental sustainability by integrating eco-friendly practices like solar energy, clean water systems, and waste management
- Strengthen community ownership by involving parents, local leaders, and stakeholders in school governance
- Establish a Monitoring & Evaluation system to track progress, outcomes, and long-term impact
This initiative will not only change the lives of its direct beneficiaries but will also enhance the overall development index of Degahbur and the surrounding districts.
Degahbur Education Quality Access Analysis
In recent decades, the quality of education in Degahbur has declined significantly across all age groups teenagers, youth, and adults falling below 20%. This downward trend highlights systemic challenges, including overcrowded classrooms, outdated facilities, and a lack of qualified educators.
We propose that Jarar Pass School offers a timely and essential solution by providing a modern, fully equipped learning environment. With its comprehensive academic and skill-based programs, the school will directly address the root causes of the decline and uplift educational standards in the region.
Cost Breakdown and Budget Summary
The total estimated cost for implementing the Jarar Pass School Project is USD 500,000.00, excluding land acquisition. The land is expected to be allocated by the local administration as part of their community development contribution.
This budget ensures a fully functional campus with a high return on investment in terms of education and community advancement.
Design Drawing Layout for whole compound
Comparison Before & After Jarar Pass School
Before vs. After: Degahbur Educational Landscape
Before
- Less than 20% access to education
- High drop-out rates and low participation from women
- Outdated infrastructure; no access to modern materials
After JARAR PASS:
- Access to quality education for youth and adults
- Literacy, jobs skills, and community leaders improved
- Safe and inclusive environment, ready for the future
Call to Action
The Jarar Pass School(JPS) is an innovative response to a critical education challenge. Built on an up to date building infrastructure with program s designed for use in practical terms, it will provide opportunity to thousands, and them a sense of hope, opportunity to build a future, and mobility.
The founder, Eng. Kader Abdi comprehensively considered all phases of planning, from feasibility to implementation, not missing any of the details along the way. The vision is now deigned; the architectural plan has been completed; and the demand is apparent.
We are calling out to donors, development partners, and education stakeholders to come along with us and bring this institution to fruition. Together we can invest in a more intelligent, better empowered generation, and leave a legacy of knowledge and leadership in Degahbur and beyond.
Contact Information
Eng. Kader Abdi
Founder – Jarar Pass School Project
Email: Kader.yare@outlook.com
WhatsApp: +251-911-39-7595
Skype: Selamtta
Location: Degahbur, Somali Region, Ethiopia
Website: www.kaderfy.com
