Pedro Vasquez - Nicaragua Student Update - March 2017

Translation

"Hello to every person that has made this possible. This course is different and innovative. The addition of a new language creates new bonds of friendship with your colleagues and students who aspire to become future teachers. My primary objective is to be able to communicate without fear of being wrong in the universal langauge, English.Learning a new language will open the doors to know new customs, traditions and culture. There are cultural exchanges between teacher and student."

Pedro Vasquez

Scholarship Recipient

27 years old

Ermita, Nicaragua

EACH SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT WAS GIVEN A HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT THIS WEEK. THEY WERE ASKED TO ANSWER THIS QUESTION IN ENGLISH OR SPANISH - DEPENDING ON THEIR SKILL LEVEL.

"WRITE A FEW SENTENCES ABOUT YOUR ENGLISH CLASSES AND WHAT ARE YOUR GOALS FOR LEARNING ENGLISH? "

THIS IS WHAT Pedro told us:

Pedro participating in a group discussion during English class.

Meylin Rojas - Nicaragua Student Update - March 2017

Meylin Rojas

 Scholarship Receipient

28 years old

León, Nicaragua

Each scholarship recipient was given a homework assignment this week. They were asked to answer this question in English or Spanish - depending on their skill level.

"WRITE A FEW SENTENCES ABOUT YOUR ENGLISH CLASSES AND WHAT ARE YOUR GOALS FOR LEARNING ENGLISH? "

This is what Meylin had to say:

Meylin Rojas describes her English learning experience and is motivated by a famous Martin Luther King Jr quote - "If you want to change, you need to act".

Translation

My experience at ITA is wonderful, they teach different topics alike present, simple, past simple, gerund, present perfect, future and auxiliary verbs. But for me ITA is a opportunity where I can practice with foreign people. When I started English here I didnt understand anything, but now I can speak and write in English. That is amazing for me.

The teachers are good people. Sometimes they give some advice to learn english fast and they are friendly.

I would like to work for ONG, because this kind of group helps poor communitites. I would be an interpreter because this way I could help other people of my country.

Now I practice after the class. When I go home I practice for 2 hours, look up the meaning of words, listen, and watch videos. I feel I can learn English.

Martin Luther King said, “If you want to change things you need to act.”

This phrase is wonderful for me. It is my motivation.

Thanks!!

God Bless you!!

Courtney Schoch and Meylin Rojas 

Gilia Aquilar - Nicaragua Student Update - March 2017

Gilia Aquilar

Scholarship Recipient

35 years old

León, Nicaragua

Each scholarship recipient was given a homework assignment this week. They were asked to answer this question in English or Spanish - depending on their skill level.

"Write a few sentences about your English classes and what are your goals for learning English?" 

This is what Gilia wrote:

Gilia and Francisco working together on a class project this week in English class.

TRANSLATION

1. Improve the pronunciation through oral readings (phonetic)

2. Exercise English with material from lectures and audio (reading, listening)

3. Practice conversations to improve speaking (speaking)

4. Practice exercises for correct grammar (grammar) 

Gilia in English class. February 2017 at ITA Nicaragua

Guadalupe Fuentes - Nicaragua Student Update - March 2017

Guadalupe Fuentes

Scholarship Recipient

46 years old

Sutiava, Nicaragua

Guadalupe maintains a full time job during the day and attends English classes four nights a week at ITA Nicaragua in León.

Each scholarship recipient was given a homework assignment this week. They were asked to answer this question in English or Spanish - depending on their skill level.

"Write a few sentences about your English classes and what are your goals for learning English? "

This is what Guadalupe wrote:

Guadalupe tells us about his experience with his English class and shares his goals.

TRANSLATION

"My TEFL Academy is beautiful because they teach very good. I am happy in my academy because every day I learn some new words. The teachers in my school dance salsa in the Olla Quemada ( local gathering spot across the street).

GOALS - Study every day in the morning and night. I want to study english online with the internet. I want to learn to speak English very good because this language is important.

Courtney Schoch and Guadalupe Fuentes, February 2017 ITA Nicaragua

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English Scholarship Awards

I was honored to award five English scholarships to hard working adults last night in León, Nicaragua.  This would not have been possible without your generous contributions during the Cleveland Towpath Marathon fundraiser and continued support.  The scholarships will provide full tuition for students to attend weekly English classes Monday – Thursday, 6-8 pm, at ITA Nicaragua. Classes commence January 23, 2017 until June 2017.

The scholarships were based on financial need, attendance, participation, leadership, and merit. As a scholarship provider it was important to invest in students who are invested in his/her self. The desire for advanced education is just one example of how applicants demonstrate personal development. These students have taken it upon themselves to act upon inspiration; therefore, displaying ambition for an enriched life experience.

~SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS~

Gilia Malta Aquilar, 35, resident of León – unemployed

Guadalupe Fuentes, 46, resident of Sutiava – employed at Nicaragua Institute of Social Security

Meylin Rojas, 28, resident of León – recently unemployed

Pedro Vasquez, 27, residents Ermita – unemployed

Francisco Barreto, 44, resident of León – employed at Nicaragua Institute of Social Security** Francisco is not pictured due to illness**

Once again a huge amount of gratitude is extended to all of you that have supported Runucate’s Education project! Without you this would not have been possible. Runucate’s goal is to continue to provide scholarships to committed students.

Monthly updates will be provided showing how are recipients are progressing with their English studies.

Our next marathon fundraiser is South Africa in June, 2017. Please follow us here for updates, to make contributions or for more information. 100% of contributions are applied towards English scholarships.