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One Year of Sustainable Classrooms: From a Dream to the Ground in Togo
A year ago, I had just walked across the graduation stage at the University of Idaho, and less than a week later, I filed the paperwork...
Jestine Lackner
May 233 min read


Returning with Purpose: The Next Phase of Sustainable Classrooms
After over 40 hours of travel, I’ve landed back in Togo—and I couldn’t be more grateful to be here again. This trip marks the next...
Jestine Lackner
May 123 min read


Q1 Reflections: Fundraising, Growth, and Heading Back to Togo
As I sit here at the Toronto airport—just 24 hours away from landing in Lomé, Togo—I’ve finally had a moment to reflect on all that has...
Jestine Lackner
May 63 min read


Our 2024 Annual Report & Our Vision for 2025
2024 was a year of progress, learning, and laying the groundwork for big things ahead. From launching our pilot initiatives in Togo to...
Jestine Lackner
Feb 281 min read


Ever Wonder What It Is Like as a Student in Togo, Africa?
I did too. That’s why I spent time in Kpové, a small village in rural Togo, just 20 minutes East of Notsé, to learn firsthand what life...
Jestine Lackner
Oct 23, 20244 min read


Celebrating World Teachers' Day with Insights from Educators in Tsavé and Woedeme
In celebration of World Teachers' Day, we had the honor of visiting two schools in the villages of Tsavé and Woedeme.
Jestine Lackner
Oct 5, 20244 min read


A Late Departure Brings Early Success
Due to visa issues, I had to delay my trip to Togo for a few weeks. Although this initial setback caused a lot of stress and anxiety - (I...
Jestine Lackner
Oct 1, 20242 min read


Sustainable Classrooms Update: Preparing for Project Togo
As I prepare to embark on Project Togo, I find myself reflecting on the journey so far and feeling immense gratitude for everyone who has...
Jestine Lackner
Aug 26, 20243 min read


A Note from the Founder
Hello Sustainable Classrooms Community, If you’re not already up to date on my recent milestones, let me fill you in! I recently...
Jestine Lackner
Jun 6, 20242 min read
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