Question of the Day: Why does education play an important role in the globalized world and how can it benefit the young people from developing countries?
With that in mind, we visited 2 wonderful schools today. The first was Biblioteca La Chispa which is essentially a library in one of the poorest neighborhoods where children come to get help with homework, use the computers for internet research or have all sorts of fun with activities like art and dance. Our group eagerly jumped right in, showing off their special talents and making personal connections with the precious children, even if we couldn’t understand a word they were saying! They were super sweet and made most of our “rose” for the day.
After lunch, we took a long walk cross-town to another school referred to as the English Center (getting drenched by a sudden shower along the way). The American Embassy provides funding for a specially selected group of students to excel in English. These kids were about the same age as our group and only had one year of this English program, but they were so good! Most of them didn’t know we were coming today and had to give presentations in front of our whole group. They did amazingly well. Afterwards, we broke into groups so that we could get to know them more personally. It was great to hear their stories and share about our own lives in the United States.
On our way home, we took river street which, as the name implies, follows along the major driver that flows through town. Norman explained that when it was discovered, people described that it was “wide enough to carry Christopher Columbus’ ship”. It carries a lot of water which unfortunately is very polluted with garbage and probably other contamination. We were happy to find a spaghetti dinner ready for us when we got home. Now we’re off to bed – 5:30 wake up call tomorrow!
What a vivid recount of the adventure so far in Nicaragua. I love the variety of settings that you post pictures from. This really is a life-altering experience for the students, and perhaps the children they come in contact with. Keep up the descriptive posts so us Americanos can continue to be a fly on the wall of your big adventure!
Nice to see everybody is having a good time. I miss u so much Emily. Take care. I love u. I can’t wait to see more pictures!
Good morning Kalia! I hope everyone is enjoying there journey thus far!
Hi Rochelle
I am so happy see you in those pictures having a good time but I really miss u.
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Love what I’ve seen so far. Total immersion! Parker….don’t forget to take a picture with the Oakley press….then give both papers to a local. Share your hometown! Maybe give them to an adult official….they will certainly find them informational. Miss you Buddy.
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Hey Crystal love to see all the pics, thank Ben for keeping us updated its awesome!! I love to see all those smiles and hey stop hiding from the camera missy! 😉 Your brother and sisters send their love. Miguel said not to forget his gift! Be Safe Love you Forever,
Mom
Call me!!! would love to hear your voice.
John, I love how you coordinated each slide show with the text – makes it easy to picture your environment and activities while reading……looking forward to more. What a wonderful opportunity for all involved.
Nice to see all the “glimpsers” having a good time. Whats up Malia!!
Hey Sydney, hope you are teaching some a cappella!
T’wanda keeps asking me what I did with her “Sissy”—she misses you!
Keep up the great work, love all the pictures!!
Love you bunches!
mom