Escuela del Mundo _ Gratitude: 2008

Final Presentation_DUENDES y reciclHADAS

The Escuela del Mundo in San Pancho is proud to invite you to our annual end-of-year event

In 2008, "Duendes y ReciclHADAS" celebrates the culmination of the school year, combining formal education, arte, environmental studies and the development of each student. (the show is inspired by "fairies, recycling, and the appreciation of Life")

4 de Julio, 2008 (Friday, 6PM)
in the Escuela del Mundo

La Escuela del Mundo A.C. de San Pancho tiene el honor de anunciar su próximo evento DUENDES Y RECICLHADAS que se presentará el 4 de Julio, 2008 Viernes a las 6:00 PM en la Escuela del Mundo.

Este evento celebrará la culminación del ciclo escolar 2007-08, con la integración de la educación formal, el arte, estudios ambientales y el desarrollo personal de cada uno de nuestros estudiantes. ( el "Duendes .." este inspirada por el arte, reciclaje y amor por la vida)

Peg & Nicole & Sammi - "everyday" we are grateful !

Escuela del Mundo has many people to thank and each day we find more reasons to be grateful . Here we want to express our gratitude to Peg Shepherd, Nicole Swedlow and Sammi & Louie Croce for their gifts that make EACH DAY at the school just so much better :)

At the start of the year (August 2007) , Peg Shepherd donated funds for our "area civica" (civic floor area) where school/civic activities take place. Each morning, all of our alumnos gather to start the day in harmony, calm nerves after the morning rush to school, and prepare both teachers and students for the day!

Peg, we love our beautiful brick flooring at the entrance of the school_it has become a special greeting and gathering place. THANK YOU !

Nicole Swedlow, parent of two alumnos at Escuela del Mundo , has been incredibly giving with helping us equip our elementary classroom with a computer, ready for internet use _the technology has enhanced investigation for our elementary age students, as well as encourage them to understand how technology is vital in their education. In more ways than one, you have been one of our dearest supporters! GRACIAS Nicole & EntreAmigos :) ** Also, we don't want to forget our amazing Tech Expert and parent , Gaston Duardo, who installed the system during the spring break, surprising teachers and students who returned to classes with a new learning material!

Recently, Escuela del Mundo's office staff received the incredible donation of a new fax machine from our friends, Sammi and Louie Croce (also sponsors of two elementary age students). Our Administrative staff, Regina Portilla, is thrilled ! Sammi and Louie have also given much more in time and gifts at our Fundraising events. We thank you for all you do for our children, and our hardworking staff !

GRACIAS BOB & GLORIA FARMER ! for our new bathrooms

Parents of Esmeralda (Casa de Ninos), Bob & Gloria Farmer received our humble thanks in April at one of the school's Friday Presentations -- the Farmer family donated labor, materials and so much more to give the school THREE NEW BATHROOMS this year.

the new bathrooms came with new sinks (even a good place to hang our towels)
in just the right height to fit all the student's needs !

it's one of the new favorite places for the young students who love to use their new sink
to wash hands -- here they line up to brush their teeth after meal time :)

not only to meet a State department requirements, these three new bathrooms helped address a serious need in our facilities and lifted the spirits of the children (and staff!)
who appreciate the new improvement!

CON MUCHO AMOR ___________de nuestro corazon,
Gracias a la familia Farmer!

Douglas Fir - Training on "Effective Meetings"

GRACIAS ~ THANK YOU

to our Advisory Board Member, Douglas Fir, a long-time resident of San Pancho,
who generously shared his skills and expertise at a training on "Effective Meetings"
with our school staff and board members this month

His knowledge and approach was not only highly informative but in line with our goals of collective participation, consensus and effective strategies for preserving integrity and positive outcomes. We look forward to future trainings and good practical advice as we look forward to another successful school year at Escuela del Mundo ! (April 2008)

DONOR Recognition & Fundraising Goals

"Voz del Agua" (Voice of Water)
End of School Presentation/Performance ( July 2006)

DONOR APPRECIATION

On behalf of all the children and their families, Escuela del Mundo, A.C.
recognizes and deeply appreciates our friends whose donations of
endless volunteer hours, manual labor, expertise and encouragement are priceless.

Escuela del Mundo, A.C. is a non-profit association and receives no government funding. We would like to acknowledge the following whose financial contributions are
key to achieving our goals.

(2006-present)

"padrinos"
Ed Barlow
Faurest Montenegro & Eric Logerquist
Ray & Veronica Lindsay
Bob & Gloria Farmer
Louie & Sammi Croce & Friends
Peg Shephard
Kasper

"abuelos"
Gisela Marin & Steve Werndorf
Alan Serebrin & Bill Shaw
Michael Johnson

"tios"
Kristin Gregory
Zara Duffy
Dorothy Reilly
David Dunn

"hermanos"
Ted and Caroline Morton
Gloria Navarro
Skip Weldon and Nancy Brown

How your financial donation helps the Escuela del Mundo?

Facilities Fund

In order to improve learning conditions and to meet a requirement by the SEP
(Dept of Education), a new classroom is a priority in the next school year. The space will provide adequate space for up to 20 elementary age students, with materiales and storage space as well as meet all safety regulations. Ideally, our new classroom will be ready on or before July 2008.

To make a tax-deductible donation, contact us at escueladelmundo@yahoo.com.mx (donations can be made through PayPal, account name "escuela del mundo or our email address" OR direct deposit to our Associacion Civil account in Mexico - contact our office for details)

Thank you for your support!

Ori, 2* grade - happy to see new tables! (aug 2007)

Ramon, 1* grade with Montessori activity (feb 2007)

Escuela del Mundo, A.C. also seeks funds to enrich the following:

Scholarship Fund

In 2007, Escuela del Mundo, A.C. offered scholarships to 10% of its student population. Families receiving financial assistance are of Mexican origin, long-time residents of the community with proven financial disadvantages. Donations specific to the Scholarship Fund will us help the school provide on-going assistance to selected families and to increase the number of recipients each year.

Sponsorship Levels
Kindergarten - $1500 annual sponsorship
Elementary - $2000 annual sponsorship

To sponsor a student, contact the school directly at
escueladelmundo@yahoo.com.mx (attn: Scholarships/BECAS)

home made lunch - 3* preschool group

presentation - 1* graders with montessori materials (2008)

Future Projects:

Staff & Curricullum Development
*
Bi-lingual Programming
*
Professional Enrichment Projects
*
Land Aquisition & Infrastructure Development Project

We invite you to email us at escueladelmundo@yahoo.com.mx
(attn : Future Projects) if you have any expertise and interest in assisting
the Escuela del Mundo with the above projects

" 16 de Septiembre Parade, San Pancho (2007)"

Canadian Students for San Pancho

Representing high school students from Esquimalt High in Victoria, British Columbia...Sami Barker delivered donated school and art supplies to Escuela del Mundo. Twelve students traveled to San Pancho on a two week cultural exchange while also volunteering and participating in local school, EntreAmigos Project and Escuela del Mundo activities. Our BIG THANKS to project organizer and Esquimalt teacher, Kenneth Henderson and all the amazing students from Esquimalt. We await your return ! (March 2008)

3rd Annual Festival of Appetizers / 3er Festival de Aperitivos at San Pancho's Mar Plata Restaurant

Escuela del Mundo, AC celebrated another successful gathering at the annual fundraiser event , Festival of Appetizers/Festival de Aperitivos. Held once again at the beautiful Mar Plata Restaurant in San Pancho, this third year generated funds, more connections and offered an opportunity for the Escuela del Mundo, AC to share its accomplishments as well as propose its new goals for the coming year. THANK YOU to all who contributed, attended and donated gifts/services for the wonderful Silent Auction & Gift Baskets. AND, a special recognition for Amandine and the Mar Plata staff for their generous support in making the evening incredible! For more information about this year's development goals and where donations are going, please read the section titled "Donor Recognition & Fundraising Goals" or visit the school website, www.escueladelmundo.org (march 2008)