Disabled Mother Weeps Over Lack of Money for School Uniform as First-Grader Wears Kindergarten Clothes to Class; Teacher's Home Visit Reveals Heartbreaking Struggle
A first-grader in Ratchaburi was wearing his old kindergarten uniform because his deaf mother couldn't afford a new one after his father's death. Teachers and colleagues rallied to help the struggling family with uniforms, shoes, and emerge
A teacher at Ban Rang Muang School in Jombueng District, Ratchaburi Province was deeply moved after a home visit revealed that a first-grade student still wore his kindergarten uniform to school. The student lives with his deaf mother, Ms. Renu Sopha, 46, and grandmother in a dilapidated single-story house with crumbling wooden doors and rusted corrugated metal that leaks during rain. The family is in severe poverty following the recent death of the student's father.
On May 20, 2569, teacher Rujisa Noisanthi discovered the family's dire circumstances. The mother works temporary odd jobs to support the household but faces severe limitations due to being deaf and receiving only minimal disability benefits. When school began, the mother was unaware her son had advanced to first grade and could not afford to buy him a proper uniform.
Moved by the situation, Rujisa consulted with colleagues and organized donations for school uniforms, shoes, and a backpack. The teacher group also pooled money to buy rice and provided 800 baht for immediate living expenses. The student's academic performance is good, showing strong effort and dedication despite his family's hardship.
Those wishing to assist can donate through Kasikornbank, Jombueng Branch, Account name: Ms. Renu Sopha, Account number: 020484283914. For more information, contact 0636430845.
