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About
Esperanza
Juvenil
Esperanza Juvenil is a Jesuit school in Guatemala that helps academically motivated children and youth rise above disadvantaged backgrounds and become successful in college and beyond. Our scholars have joined our program to receive support on their journey to college and beyond seeking the academic resources, extracurricular opportunities, and mentor relationships we provide.
EJ's Mission Statement
Our vision is that our scholars reach their full potential and become healthy, productive life-long learners who:
ADAPT
to an ever-changing world
THRIVE
in the face of obstacles
GENERATE
a positive ripple effect in their families, work places, and communities
"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world."
Nelson Mandela
Statistics
1
In 1980, college graduates earned 29% more than those without. By 2007, that gap grew to 66%
(Baum & Ma, 2007)
2
Children born into poverty are six times more likely to drop out of school
(Cities in Crisis, 2008).
3
The longer a child lives in poverty, the lower their overall level of academic achievement
(Guo and Harris, 2000)
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