Today, the group sought to discover the deeper meaning of a quote by Nelson Mandela: “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world”. To do this, we attended an education seminar, in which we discovered that the education systems in America and Nicaragua have positives and negatives in different areas — one negative being the low attendance rate in America, and the low government funding in Nicaragua.
Afterward, we visited the Intervida office to learn about their work in encouraging and providing assistance to low-income families wanting to receive an education. Last but not least, the most rewarding and humbling part of our day was visiting a the primary school, Fray Odorico, in the secluded village of San Marcos. There, the students prepared different stations, where they taught us Nicaraguan art, food, dance, and sports. It was very heart-warming to see their bright, young faces so eager to learn. We had been their first international visitors. There, the glimpsers used our knowledge of different cultures to teach the children. We taught traditional hula dancing, how to draw portraits, how to play dodge ball, and how to sing “The Cup Song”.
Terez and Julia teaching students how to dance traditional hula and Tahitian dancing.
To end the visit, the teachers of the school answered some of our questions. They informed us that the students were so eager to learn, making their job rewarding in every way. Glimspers gained so much respect for the teachers and all their hard work, especially because some of the teachers have been teaching for 26 years.
In the group, we faced some bumps like people getting sick, but –in the end– it strengthened our bond as a family, because we all took care of each other.
Overall, the day was filled with slight obstacles, which were quickly forgotten because of the humbling and inspirational experiences we had.
Well done Julia. We are so proud of you and your fellow Glimpsers.
We love you! Mom and Dad
We’re so happy to see your pictures on the website, Terez! You shine wherever you go. We’re so proud of you 🙂
We love you,
Danielle & Jeff
Glad to hear that you are taking care of each other as a family and having fun!
:’)
@Tez
Zoe wants to learn when you come back!
good job Glimpsters .. yall are doing a beautiful thing .. learning about a new country and how they live learn is a thing of beauty .. this is a expierence that you guys will cherish for a life time .. my babygirl Terez and her fellow Glimpster Julia teaching the kids hula and Tahitian dancing .. showing that dancing is world wide passion .. keep up the good work Glimpsters
love mom dad ..
Looks like a really fun and rewarding experience. Great blog post and photos.
Miss you Tristan. Looking sharp dressed as usual! Miss your hugs! xoxoMom
Congradulations! Glimpsers. You are all making your parents and teachers proud, keep up the good work of exchanging knowledge and culture. It feels good seeing your pictures and reading about the stuff you are doing there.
Ayushi, we miss you! also happy for you knowing that you are having a wonderful experience and making new friends.
Love and Hugs from all at home.
So proud of all of you!! (Shoutout to Terez!! (= )
You’re all doing such amazing things over there; stay open-minded and enjoy every moment you have there. Embrace it all! I’m so exited for what’s in store for all of you (:
xo
Alisha
Good job, Julia!!! You make us all so proud of the things you do there!
Thank you for the card! And most specially, I miss you so much! We all are counting down the days (hours, minutes and seconds) of your return!
Love you and take care!
Dad