News from Branch Schools
The U.S. team hasn’t received a lot of news from the schools, and in this case, that’s a good thing. Often, no news means good news. We continue to hear that families are deeply impressed with the quality of education their children are receiving. We did receive a video from our school in Les Palmes showing progress on an ongoing building project. It’s encouraging to see steady growth and forward momentum there. Sharing from the U.S. Team  In November 2025, we learned that many families connected to the Les Palmes school were significantly impacted by Hurricane Melissa. While we are grateful that no lives were lost and no children or family members were seriously injured, many families lost their livelihoods—including livestock, crops, and small market businesses. At the time, no outside assistance was available. Branch Lutheran Schools of Haiti applied for emergency support through Christian Aid & Relief and was awarded a $12,200 grant. These funds were distributed to affected families to help replace what was lost, and the gratitude has been overwhelming. Please continue to pray for these families as they rebuild, recover, and work toward stability once again. Haiti's Transitional Presidential Council The government of Haiti is entering a new chapter as their Transitional Presidential Council disbanded on February 7, 2026, handing interim power over to the current Prime Minister, Alix Didier Fils-Aimé. This temporary governing body was put in place in 2024 after the tumultuous years following the 2021 assassination of President Jovenel Moïse. Unfortunately, during this council’s time, no plans were made to help determine Haiti’s political future. Elections are to be held later this year, the first in the country since 2016. But with no dates firmly in place and no direction for how to move forward, Haiti’s leadership remains in limbo. It is a time of uncertainty, but it is also a time of hope as Haiti now has the opportunity to make positive governmental changes. We pray with the people of Haiti that God would grant them leaders who can help bring peace, stability, and safety to the nation. Carnival in Haiti  As Christians around the world prepare to enter the somber season of Lent, many people and cultures spend the days leading up to Ash Wednesday in the revelry of Carnival. Haiti celebrates Carnival (Kanaval) with parades, costumes, and food, combining traditions from their French and African roots as well as elements of Vodou culture. It is heavily focused on traditional Haitian music and is an opportunity for Haitian musicians to gain wider exposure as people all across the country come together in song, dance, and celebration. Upcoming Presentations and Events The following is a list of presentations, fundraisers and tabling events that are coming up for and with Branch Lutheran Schools of Haiti:
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