Education

Adult English

This fall we will be offering English classes in the evenings for three levels of learning: beginner, intermediate, and advanced.  These classes will be held sequentially for six weeks each, with an overall goal of students progressing from one level to the next as the year goes on. 

Children's Art 

We are expanding upon our successful children´s art class, held twice a week for kids of various ages.  Last year, children´s art was the most successful program, encouraging kids to explore their creativity and develop their skills.  This year´s PDs will be further developing the program through thematic units and long term projects.

Children's English

Children's English is continuing to build on last year´s program. The class has adopted a new theme: Environmental Education.  The primary application of English here in Ecuador is for eco-tourism, a booming industry.  Studies have also shown that students retain more of a foreign language when it focuses on a centralized theme. 

Environmental Education and Charlas

Last year charlas (literally “chats;” they are informational sessions) were organized to educate community members about agricultural and environmental issues.  This year we plan to connect university students with our community members through charlas in our library.  We are working with the city of Sangloqui to educate the school district about the benefits of recycling programs.  We also plan to address the litter and waste issues in Rumiloma through education and community activism, in collaboration with local leaders.