Education

With the help of our Student Sponsorship Program, Brayan and Jose have access to the education and resources they need to change the trajectory of their lives.

We envision students TRANSFORMED by the love of God and EQUIPPED with the skills and tools needed to self-determine their futures.

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Education is key to sustainable change in Guatemala.
SewHope's accredited Independent School provides a high-quality education to the children of Santa Ana, Petén, Guatemala.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM ASPECTS

SewHope's faith-based Independent School employs certified Guatemalan teachers, and offers a full curriculum to students in grades K-5. SewHope students attend a full day of classes, as opposed to Guatemalan public school students who attend only half days.

In a country where only 4.3% of adults obtain a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent, SewHope is lucky to have teachers who
all either have advanced degrees or are in the process of obtaining them.

Direct Instruction

SewHope's full time, certified Guatemalan teachers use direct instruction, small group work, games, crafts, and more to engage all types of learners.

Hands-On Lessons

Taking advantage of our beautiful campus, students are taught how to grow and harvest crops and raise chickens. Students' families are invited to take part in at-home projects, which focus on gardening, clean burning stoves, clean water, and raising chickens.

Health and Wellness

Our students' health & wellness is just as important as academic achievement. With that in mind, SewHope's education program also includes:

A nutritiously fortified meal every day
Hygiene lessons and daily teeth-brushing
Monitoring of general well-being and regular home visits. Students' height and weight are tracked to screen for malnutrition, and we work with the families of undernourished children to develop solutions.

Online Curriculum

Not all students fit into a distinct grade level. SewHope employs cutting-edge online curriculums such as Khan Academy and Raz-Kids, which adapts to an individual student's needs.

Penpal Program

SewHope students participate in a PenPal Program with Maumee Valley Country Day students in Toledo, Ohio. There are many aspects of life that transcend linguistic, socioeconomic and cultural differences, such as friendship, family and fun. Through games, drawings, letters and Zoom calls, students form connections with their peers in the United States.

Guest Lecturers

Local professionals are invited to share their expertise with students. Guest lecturers provide interactive lessons, real-world insights, and exposure to diverse careers and life skills, inspiring students to dream bigger and connect classroom learning to future opportunities.