September is upon us, and we continue to be enchanted by the positive energy at La Casita in San Antonio Palopo!

One of our key programs at La Casita is our scholarship program. Education in Guatemala is free to the end of Grade 6. However, some families struggle to support their children to go further in school. Each year, we consider new applications to the scholarship program, which range from middle school to high school and university.

New Scholarship Student

Ayda applied for a scholarship this year. In her application, she said “she has the goal of being a veterinarian, to provide good treatment of animals, to specialize in contributing to medicine and good health, to avoid the mistreatments of animals, and to work in harmony with the environment.”

Ayda is a very smart, diligent, friendly, 12 year old girl. Her father passed away 13 months ago, and she lives with her mother and older brother, both of whom work but make only enough for the family’s basic needs. She recognizes that studying is important and wants to continue her studies, socialize more and obtain new knowledge. She is doing well in her middle school studies.

English and Technology Classes

In addition to extra classes in English and technology, our scholarship students have the opportunity to join with other students sponsored by the NG FORMA, administered by our fabulous local leaders Candelaria and Gregorio. This exposure to a wider groups of enthusiastic learners really expands their horizons.

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