We are in awe of the pledges for donations that we received!
Our friend, Kat, was stateside and on an already scheduled trip to Costco she picked up a whole box of much needed supplies.
An unexpected turn of events was the beginning of the commitment of a significant number of computers thanks to the appeal of other friends Sue Lyons and Tom Ackley. Using their contacts in the Tulsa and Houston area they began receiving commitments for a number of computers from an insurance agency and school system.
Arden Brink (who works for Barry Wilson, the owner of Ship Costa Rica) talked with Barry and immediately pledged their help in getting whatever we received shipped to Costa Rica.
That same day, we also received a pledge of cash from our friend Don Paul (Dr. Dish).
Wow! You never know what will happen when you cast the net! Thank you one and all!!!
the ESCUELAS we are ADOPTING or ASSISTING
Escuela Rincon de Mora (ERdM) (Blackberry Corner School) - is located in the Rincon de Mora area of San Rafael de San Ramon. Founded in 1964, the school was built as a part of a community project between 1966 and 1970. The two teachers (one of which is the principal) along with the part time religion and English teacher, educate 30 children from grades 1 to 6. Kindergarteners go to the Escuela San Rafael down the road. Classes are held in two sessions per day from this 2 room school. There is a separate building containing a kitchen and multi purpose room. Even though most schools in Costa Rica are painted blue or green on the exterior, Escuela Rincon de Mora was painted inside and out in bright pastels and primary colors in 2007 compliments of a group of missionaries.
Escuela Pata de Gallo (EPdG) is located in a remote region approximately 10 miles southeast of San Ramon. It is the local school for the town of
Sunday, February 3, 2008
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