Across my time as Social Media, Communications, and Marketing Intern at EFTC, I discovered that the foundation assisted my growth as a professional, leader, and human even more than I assisted them.

“Hola a todos y bienvenidos. You’re listening to the Voices of Hope podcast. Each episode we have a special guest who has been part of our journey and the fundamental success of our school. These stories will inspire you and we hope you'll learn a thing or two about our wonderful country of Guatemala along the way. Let’s get started!

We had such a fun time with Merck for their Spark Program science day! Merck’s scientists arrived bright and early with supplies and kits to get our vacation school students ready to participate in experiments for the day.

The first day of ‘summer’ school introduced us to our newest additions at the School of Hope. As we embark on this new chapter, we leave you with glimpses of our new kindergarten students, radiating joy and curiosity.

Experience the joy and pride of our recent graduations at the School of Hope! From sixth graders stepping into middle school to ninth graders embarking on high school adventures, this blog captures these milestone moments in vibrant images. Dive in to relive the celebrations!

Our prepas just graduated! We share with you the images from a day of dance, costumes, and celebration of their achievements.

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.