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Our 2010 interns

Our 2010 interns

Pictured above are our interns for the class of 2010. We have 13 total at the Antigua site and a few out at New Hope. The interns are working in clinic reception, main reception, systems and IT, executive assistance, human resources, accounting, and scholarship administration. These kids are also planning the graduation celebration for November, [...]

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Once close to dropping out, Hairon stays in school

Hairon Josúe Chiroy Ponce is currently in 11th grade studying in vocational school to become a mechanic. In addition to his family’s economic instability, Hairon has been affected by other family issues, namely his parents’ separation. Over the past few years, Hairon began to develop into a fairly rebellious adolescent. Although he always did well [...]

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Many evenings studying by candlelight

Working on reports to grantors provides the opportunity to come across many inspiring stories of students succeeding despite many challenges. Below, the story of Raquel, a high school senior. Alba Raquel López Rodas and her parents live in a small, dirt-floor home constructed of old scrap metal. The family has no running water or electricity [...]

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Teens at risk of dropping out learn about new support program

Parents and teens were invited last month to the Family Development Center to hear about the new youth program, Metamorphosis. The program is for youth who are at risk of dropping out, repeating, or failing grades at school. These students have been identified by their social workers and have been invited to participate in the [...]

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