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Schools in Ganjam district have remained closed since Oct 12 due to the damage caused by the cyclone Phailin, recent incessant heavy rains and floodsAlthough most schools in Phailin cyclone-hit Ganjam district are in a damaged condition, efforts are on to get classes started from Oct 31.

Schools in Ganjam district have remained closed since Oct 12 due to the damage caused by the cyclone, recent incessant heavy rains and floods. The administration does not want the education of young students to be hampered any further. However, the administration accepts that school buildings and campus have been very badly affected.

As per the direction of the district administration all schools in the district were opened on Monday with the orders that teachers will attend schools but no classes would be held till Oct 30. At a primary school at Kalajamuna village, assistant teacher Kuni Mohanty was seen to be cleaning up the school premises with the help of two class IV students. The headmaster was not around as she was busy in relief operation in the area. Roof of a large classroom of the school has got damaged during the cyclone. But the teacher was hopeful that classes could resume in other classrooms.

All unsafe rooms of schools would be locked up which would be later inspected by technical teams for a decision regarding demolition or repair. No unsafe room would be used for holding classes. In case a school building is found to be totally damaged, its classes may be held on the premises of nearby schools. It has also been decided to hold classes in two shifts where shortage of classrooms has occurred due to damage to the school building.

The main task before the school authorities, officials of education department and teachers is to clear the debris of damaged buildings of the school, fallen trees etc from the premises. As per District Collector Krishan Kumar, the school committees have been advised to take up minor repair works immediately with the funds available with them under various heads.

The local health workers, Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) and Rural Water Supply and Sanitation (RWSS) departments have been ordered to help in disinfection of water sources on the campus of schools by using halogen tablets.

A team of education department officials including the headmasters would inspect all rooms of the school and furnish safety certificate by Oct 30.

Keywords: Phailin impact, cyclone Phailin, Ganjam district, Ganjam schools

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Don’t get discouraged by classroom challenges you may face as a new international student.

International students often face more challenges than their American classmates because of language and cultural barriers. Don't be distressed when you have a hard time in a particular class – just remember, if the school admitted you, you are smart enough to handle all courses offered. Chances are others are struggling as well.

The following are some steps international students can take to either prevent this situation or to improve both their learning experience and grades.

1. Pick classes wisely: Take your English proficiency and cultural experience into account when choosing courses. If you are a freshman who started learning English a year ago, taking a high-level reading- and writing-based humanities class, such as History of Philosophy, might not be a good idea.

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Most colleges have course prerequisites and many have a ranking system to help students understand the difficulty level of each course. As an international student, you should pay attention to this information, as well as the level of English proficiency that is required for each class.

Save classes that require a strong vocabulary for later years. When you start college, it is best to take entry-level classes that fulfill the general interdisciplinary requirements. For example, your first class could be calculus, which would satisfy a mathematics requirement and doesn't require the level of English proficiency a political science course would.

Don't let this stop you from pursuing your interests. If you want to major in Comparative Literature, you should definitely take classes in the English department. However, it might be best to start with a class on short stories your freshman year and wait until you're a senior to take literary theory or dive into a course that requires you to read "War and Peace."

Throughout your time at school, your English will naturally progress. Trying to take classes that require a sophisticated understanding of the English language too early might not only make it harder for you to earn good grades, but could suppress your interest in a certain subject.

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2. Get help if you're struggling: Most college professors are very understanding about the challenges that international students face in the classroom, and will try to help you as much as possible if they are aware of your problems.

When I took American history in college, I had a very difficult time because I didn't have the high school history knowledge that my American classmates did. When I expressed concern to my professor, he gave me a few books that had a lot of background information and found me a tutor within the department.

Many colleges also have a writing center whose staff will help you edit your papers. These centers frequently have reference books and sample essays, and are excellent resources for international students.

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3. Take English as a Second Language classes: Many colleges offer supplementary ESL courses, which I think are a great way to improve your English and lower the language barrier. A friend of mine took an ESL course throughout her freshman year, and by her sophomore year, was ready to sign up for high-level humanities courses.

Many college ESL teachers make it their goal to improve your class participation and extend your vocabulary. Spending a small portion of your week taking those classes can be very beneficial for your college career.

4. Study hard and be patient: A challenging class can be a great source of stress and frustration, but remember that hard work pays off.

You may have to spend more time studying than other students because there are words that you don't know, or because you can't read as quickly in English, but it could also mean that you will remember information longer than your classmates will.

Also, when you find class difficult, other students probably do as well. Be patient and kind to yourself and your efforts will be recognized.

Tra Ho, from Vietnam, received full financial aid to attend Colorado College in 2004. She graduated magna cum laude in 2008 with a degree in mathematics and is currently working as an actuary for a consulting company Washington, D.C.

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