1. Project Title: Construction of Students-Based Discussion Huts
Project Description/Overview
The improved security environment coupled with the presence of government authorities in almost all
areas of the country opened a window of hope for pressing recovery, educational and reconstruction
programs. This development has further bolstered peaceful co-existence among citizenries within the
country, which hitherto was at low ebb during and just after the civil crises. This however does not call
for complacency as there is the dire need for standard and global education which Ricks Institute is
currently implementing.
Nonetheless, the current learning environment signals general improvement in the educational situation
in the country.
The Student Government of Ricks Institute affirms its commitment within the framework of the
Agenda for Quality Education and Leadership to strengthening its capacity by responding to the
educational, social, and protection needs of students of Ricks Institute through their engagement in
focus point discussions, debates, symposia, intellectual forums, etc. which aim at empowering them to
protect, upgrade/improve, and develop proactive solutions for themselves.
It is against this background that the current proposal seeks funding for the construction of two round
huts at both dormitories of the institution. Advocacy, peer counseling, dialogue and discussions in
conflict management will form integral part of the usage of both huts. These would be harnessed
through the established representative groups that will coordinate and monitor the intended activities.
Social and educational related activities through students participation has a pivotal role to play in
achieving broad based development of students.
Specific Objectives
The overall objectives of the proposed project are as follows:
• The beneficiaries of the envisaged project will be the students of Ricks Institute along
with visiting parents and guardians;
• The existence and usage of the huts will improve coordination, cooperation, collaboration,
and peaceful coexistence between and among the students;
• To enhance and maintain sustained activities or programs that will develop and improve
knowledge, skills and attitudes which are conducive to healthy and constructive living;
• To develop and adapt methods of life skills, disease and conflict prevention, minimization
and control reaching teenage and adolescents students.
Description of Beneficiary Population
Ricks Institute students who are legitimately residing on both dormitories are to benefit from the
project or initiative.

2. However, an average of 233 students disaggregated by gender, comprising of 128 boys and 105 girls
will directly benefit from this project. Additionally, parents of the above numbered students will also
benefit from this project. Moreover, visitors and guests emerging on the campus for church seminars,
conferences and games will also form part of the beneficiary group.
Implementation Arrangement/Strategy
The Student Representative Council (SRC) will work closely with the School Administration for the
efficient planning and implementation of this project. This council will prevail on this school
administration to engage the services of non academic staff who are skilled in the area of building
construction to undertake the technical or practical implementation of the project.
However, during and after the construction process, the SRC along with the school staff and
administration will closely monitor the construction and use of the huts to ensure the effective
implementation and usage.
The implementation which is slated to commence on 15 of January 2010 will follow the following
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trends:
• Purchasing and transportation of construction materials;
• Laying of foundations;
• Construction of structures;
• Plastering and painting of structures;
• Dedication of constructed huts
Related Inputs
The SRC will provide technical inputs from the student populace who are residents of both dormitories
by gathering broken pieces of rocks or stones for concrete work, transportation of water for the purpose
of construction, etc.
Moreover, representatives of the SRC will form part of the team that will be responsible for purchasing
and transporting the construction materials.
Intended Impact and Measurable Indicators of the Project on the Students
• Enhance students cooperation and participation in dormitory-based programs or activities;
• Enhance and harbor after-school meetings and programs;
• Facilitate and enhance student birthday programs;
• Increased self-esteem and respect for each other through cooperative participation;
• Serve as a resting place for visiting parents and guardians;
• Reduced aggression and violence among students using non coercive approach;
• Enhance problem solving skills and search for proactive resolutions;
• Accommodate committee and dormitory or room-based meetings, etc.
Monitoring, Supervision and Reporting
SRC is subject to the School Administration’s or outside support, monitoring, and supervision of
project activity to ensure that the measurable indicators are achieved within the framework of

3. implementation. SRC will jointly monitor project activities along with the dormitory director and
directress, and the school administration, and ensure the same purpose and submit genuine reports to
the school administration as required. In addition, selected students from both dormitories will hold
regular project review meetings through focus group discussions and lessons learnt from the review,
monitoring, and supervision of both the construction and usage of the huts will be incorporated for
future projects.
Cost Estimate of Material Supplies and Equipments
Item Job/Material Description Unit Qty USD Rate USD Total Cost
A. Retaining Wall (masonry)
Port Land cement Bags 100 10.00 1,000
6” Cement blocks Pcs 1,800 0.50 900
Sand Cy 2 100 200
6 tyre truck load of crushed rocks load 2 175.00 350
½” x 40’ steel rods Pcs 30 10 300
Tie Wire Roll 2 5.00 10
¼” x 40’ steel rods Pcs 25 5.00 125
Zinc bundles 6 125 750
Timber (2” x 2” x 14’) Pcs 300 400 1,200
Timber (2” x 4” x 14’) Pcs 50 5.00 250
Timber (2” x 6” x 14’) Pcs 30 5.50 165
Plywood (1/8” x 4’ x 8’) Pcs 30 10.00 300
Paint Pcs 16 13.50 135
Twine Roll 4 1.00 4
Stripes (¼” x 1” x 14’) bundles 30 5.50 165
Stripes Nails (1.5 inch) Pks 50 0.75 37.50
Ceiling Nails (1 inch) Pks 40 0.50 20
Wire Nails (4 inch) Carton 1 25 25
Wire Nails (3 inch) Carton 1 25 25
Tiles (12” x 12”) Carton 20 15 300
Brushes Pcs 5 2.50 12.50
Zinc Nails Pks 6 10 60
Face Book 1 x 8 Pks 40 10 400
B. Total Material Cost 1 5,899.00 5,899.00
C. Labor Cost No. 1 1,750 1,750
D. Transportation Cost L/S 1 150 150
Grand Total Project Cost 8624.00 8624.00