Ongoing support for Rafaela Herrera Primary School- special celebrations

In August a request was received to support the children's participation in their national festival celebrations, part of which are taking place in the school. Because of the current crisis parents cannot contribute, as they may have done in the past. The fund has given $100 to cover the cost of the gymnastics and band instructor, and to provide some refreshments.  We are pleased to have been able to support the children in these activities.





Children from the school gained third place in the first part of the competition. 





National parades and gymnastics September 2018

 The instruments that need updating, hopefully before next year.


The football team that had done so well during the year and whom we have supported both with uniform and expenses to attend matches.

They received a diploma of recognition.


15th September celebration of independence of Central America.
Las Pilas

Pedro Joaquin Chamorro school


At Rafaela Herrera

A kind donation to cover the monthly internet costs means that we can now make plans to purchase school uniforms in the New Year and are investigating supporting two teachers with completion of their university courses, so they can be fully qualified.
The school would also like some more speakers so that the three satellite schools are also equipped for their collective and community events. These photos show the importance of these cultural activities for the school and the community.

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