Day 15: The Return Home

In the past two weeks we all experienced so many things and changed so much, but now it is time for us to return home. As we all packed our bags, make some last minute purchases and some exploring, we also had to say our final goodbyes. During this time, it’s...

¡Welcome to León!

“If the homeland is small, one dreams of making it big.” – Ruben Dario Hello Glimpsers, Global Glimpse Leaders, and Parents! A warm hello from León, Nicaragua! We are Carrie and Camila, your Program Coordinators here in León. Soon, you will be here in Nicaragua, and...

Day 14: A Day in Reflection

The Spanish word of the day was, te extranè, which translates out to “I will miss you”. Today, this phrase encompassed everyone’s thoughts and feelings during our final reflection and our final goodbyes. In the morning, we facilitated an activity...

Day 13 – CAP Day 3

Today was our last day of the CAP project at Barrilete. Over the past three days we worked in two distinct groups. The construction group built four tables, a hook rack for backpacks, and a curtain system for the bathrooms and classrooms. The creative group designed...

Day 12 – CAP Day 2!

Today was our second Community Action Project (CAP) day. The quote that the day was: “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” by Margaret Mead. This quote embodies...