Help kids to overcome educational lag in Mexico!

I, the author have been with Ojala Ninos for over 10 years. I have seen first hand the progess, set backs, changes, struggles and accomplishments our organization has experienced in its growth.

When our Founder started Ojala Ninos it was in her patio. She recently published a book,  The Open Gate by Elsmarie Norby sharing her stories of Ojala Ninos, the community she lived in and the people we serve to date. 

I am proud to witness the impact Ojala has had on the children and the community as a whole. Every child in the community attends a formal school but sadly San Miguel Viejo only has  Kindergarten and an Elementary school yet we do see the kids go on to secondary and high school.  Our tutoring or academic enhancement classes have proven beneficial. 

Your donations help us with this as well as materials used in other classes and workshops, along with services by a certified pschycologist for our positive parenting and youth groups, books, sports equipment, drinkable water, a daily lunch and so much more, all at no cost to the child.

We appreciate your continued support and wish everyone a safe, healthy,  happy holiday and new year!

Sincerely 

Betty Lopez 

Saludos, Hello,

The children are returning to their formal academic schooling. We don't break for the summer. This summer was an exceptionally hot one, so some of our outdoor sports activities were changed around a bit to avoid the heat. One of the kids favorite activity is, attempting the Slackline. Volunteer Ethan started doing this when it was so warm. It is very popular. (see picture below)

We are now sorting back to school supplies donated by two 5th grade classes from Walnut Creek California. This is the 2nd time we have been able to outfit the kids with some of the many things on their back to school list. It is a huge help to the parents and the children are proud to be prepared.  (Picture below)

Tutoring continued and will continue through out the new school year. We have received  great feedback from the kids formal school  teachers when they see an improvement. Our attendance has increased, yet our groups are smaller than in their formal school, they receive more one on one attention. ( picture of our younger kids)

Recently we had to disoccupy the space we were using for most of our indoor workshops, and are temporarily in another space until we can finish the community center building. Our mission continues regardless. We are fortunate to have the support and understanding from the community we serve as we transition to OjalaNinos own property.

Our mission is to continue providing services and resources benefitting the children and their families in the community of San Miguel Viejo. We appreciate your interest and support. 

Be Well

Betty Lopez