SaHo Foundation started its pilot program in 2023 to identify and support single-parent students studying in government schools (10 ZP high schools, 1 Model School, 1 KGBV School, and 1 Government Junior College) from Class VI to Intermediate in Marripadu Mandal, Nellore District.
Academic Year 2023-24: We served 194 students.
Current Academic Year 2024-25: We are supporting 188 students.
| Child | Single Mother | Single Father | No Parents | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Girl | 82 | 16 | 1 | 99 |
| Boy | 75 | 13 | 0 | 88 |
| School | Girl | Boy | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZPPHS - Chunchulur | 9 | 4 | 13 |
| ZPPHS - KNPalli | 6 | 5 | 11 |
| ZPPHS - Nandavaram | 5 | 2 | 7 |
| ZPPHS - Chilakapadu | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| ZPPHS - Marripadu | 4 | 8 | 12 |
| ZPPHS - Brahmanapalli | 4 | 7 | 11 |
| ZPPHS - Kampasamudram | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| ZPPHS - TNPeta | 5 | 8 | 13 |
| ZPPHS - Ponguru | 7 | 6 | 13 |
| ZPPHS - PolireddyPalli | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| KGBV - Marripadu | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| Model School - Nandavaram | 24 | 28 | 52 |
| Jr. College - Marripadu | 3 | 8 | 11 |
One SaHo support teacher will be assigned to monitor the well-being of all single-parent students at the school.
SaHo team school visits foster connections with students and teachers, ensuring timely support for student needs.
A dedicated helpline offers immediate assistance to single parents and students for urgent concerns.
Scholarships reward academic, sports, and other talents, encouraging students to strive for excellence.
Students receive support during key educational transitions, helping them explore the best opportunities.
Annual gatherings during Sankranti foster community bonding, distributing festival kits and creating connections.