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Economic Status in Haiti - Haiti is the second poorest country in the Americas, it is considered impoverished. - Haiti is one of the worlds poorest and most underdeveloped countries, with 80% of citizens living in poverity. - 66% of the population are farmers and mangos and coffee are their most important exports. - Forgien aid makes up 30% to 40% of the Haitian national budget. - The average household income is about $1,000 per year.
Notes About The Rebulic of Haiti - The Republic of Haiti occupies the Island of Hispaniola along side the Dominican Republic. - French is the national language,but Creole is also widely used. - The population is 95% black and 5% white, Ameridians and other. - The Government is a Presidential Republic. Meaning that they have both a President elect and an appointed Prime Minister. - Haiti won its independance from France in 1804. - The population of Haiti is roughly 10 million. - The capital is Port-au-Prince. - The motto is "strength in Unity"
Schools In Haiti - 90% of the schools in Haiti are non-public schools. - There are about 15,200 primary schools. - 67% of primary school aged children are enrolled, 30% of 6th grade aged students are enrolled and only 20% of secondary aged students are enrolled. - The literacy rate is the lowest in the region with estimates ranging from 50% to 65%. - The system is based primarily on the French school system.
THE REPUBLIC OF HAITI
Resources: www.britannica.com www.wikipedia.com www.greatschools.net/cgi-bin/fl/other/2608#students
