Discover the moments of growth, creativity, and new beginnings as we wrap up an academic year and welcome some fresh faces at the School of Hope. From student performances to creative final projects, join us in celebrating the essence of learning.

This guide is full of authentic recommendations and unforgettable experiences, so you can make the most of your visit to this wonderful city.

Hola, bienvenidos a nuestro séptimo episodio de Voces de Esperanza. Mi nombre es Sinead. Soy la coordinadora de desarrollo en EFTC, trabajando con nuestro equipo en Guatemala, los EE.UU., y las oficinas del Reino Unido difundiendo la palabra acerca de nuestra maravillosa fundación e inspirando a la gente a visitarnos aquí en la Escuela de la Esperanza. A lo largo de esta serie, hablaré con las personas que hacen posible EFTC, desde los estudiantes hasta los padrinos, Hoy estamos hablando con Michael Fitzgerald

Three weeks into volunteering at the School of Hope, I was ready to take on an adventure that was recommended to me by everyone who came to Guatemala before: summiting Acatenango Volcano. Antigua is surrounded by many volcanoes including Pacaya, Agua, Fuego, and Acatenango. You can spot them from different vantage points in the city, and for Pacaya and Fuego, you can spot their active moments as well, including smoke and lava. I was yearning to see it all up close.

This September, students and parents alike embarked on a journey from the classroom to the salon. During a week with the Hair Aid team, participants at the school traded textbooks for scissors as they gained valuable new skills.

Experience the vibrant celebration of Guatemala's Independence Day at the School of Hope, where students immersed themselves in the nation's rich history and culture. In this blog, we relive a week of festivities that left a lasting impact on students and staff alike.

In May of this year, Dr. Nadeem Ali and his dedicated team from the UK conducted eye tests at the school, resulting in an incredible gift of brand-new glasses for 102 students! Discover how their remarkable efforts have brought newfound clarity to the lives of our students.

Join us as we revisit some of our favourite memories from the celebration…

Take a moment to reflect with us on the impact The School of Hope has had on the lives of students and their families. Are we truly capable of breaking the cycle of poverty in Guatemala?

On an exciting Friday, our school had a special visit from Colgate's beloved Dr. Muelitas, who brought with him an invaluable lesson on the importance of good oral hygiene. The children happily joined in to enjoy an animated video full of laughter and wisdom, which left a lasting impression on their curious minds.

Recently 'The Journal of Global Health Reports' published a study on childhood anaemia conducted by long standing supporter Manichanh Ratts and colleagues from Washington State University at the school. Read about the outcome of their research and what this means for our students.

July was the month of community-driven fundraising here in the UK as our Nottingham supporters went all out for The School of Hope. Read all about how our supporters came together and what they accomplished!

Welcome to an exciting journey through the inspiring episodes of the Voices of Hope podcast! Each episode is a window into the accomplishment of a unique vision that has been achieved over time: providing quality education and opportunity to young people from all backgrounds.

We are excited to present the latest episode in our Voices of Hope podcast series: "Empowering Young Women" 👩‍🎓🎙️. In this very special episode, we highlight the inspiring story of Jane and Tom, sponsors at Education for the Children Foundation (EFTC), and their sponsored student Jennifer, a talented young woman and scholarship recipient at the foundation.

In an exciting school project, they organised themselves into groups to prepare and present theatre plays with all their overflowing creativity. From the classic Little Red Riding Hood to the funny adventures of Tom and Jerry, they delighted us with amazing performances.

The second day of celebration at The School of Hope left us in awe with their 20th Anniversary Talent Show. The middle school playground became the center of attention as our talented students from all grades demonstrated their dancing and singing skills.

On Monday, after the carnival party that marked the beginning of our 20th anniversary celebration, we prepared to welcome our beloved sponsors, visitors, volunteers and donors to The School of Hope. Excitement was in the air as we entered into a day full of special activities that we had lovingly prepared.

Health is critical! At our school, we recognize the importance of caring for all aspects of our students' and staff's health. For that reason, we are excited and grateful to be able to have the help of the Fundacion Sonrisas que Escuchan.

The monthly meetings have been an enriching experience for our 6th and 1st grade students, giving them the opportunity to improve their reading and writing skills, and awakening their love for letters.

Volunteering is one of the best ways to contribute and make a positive difference in the world. In Guatemala, we have been fortunate to have the support of incredible volunteers, such as Gunner and Whitman, who recently visited our country to lead a math program at The School of Hope.