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Crafts Completed
Students who were not building taught local children to make crafts.
Staying Hydrated
The hard work of the job site requires constant hydration.
6 Parts Sand. 4 Parts Gravel.
Students working on the recipe for the concrete that will make the floor of the school.
Right To Work
Students were immediately put to work moving a metal frame for the floor substrate.
Learning New Skills
Wire clippers are a team effort.
Our Tools
The Community
Chamba from SOL (in blue) introduces the local community workers who volunteer their time to build the school for local children.
We Were Watching Too
Game Two was on cable in our hotel on a grand 22" television.
Evening Light
The Return
A view of Matagalpa as we return to town.
A Study in Contrast
A teen dressed for her quinceanera at Selva Negra as we leave for town.
Caballeras
Five of the girls led by Ms. Sargent return from their horseback ride.
Moving in the Forest
Students also set off on an hour hike through the densely forested woods.
Bringing New Life
A cold Coke brings new life to Callum and Alice.
Laughter Time
There was also down time for card games and plenty of laughter.
Our Exit
We spent the day at Selva Negra, a massive coffee plantation with a German history. See the end product of the beans we saw today--they are for sale at Whole Foods.
A Brief History
Mina, SOL leader, gave us a brief introduction to the history of Nicaragua and Selva Negra.
The View
Bijoy taking in the view from our rooftop deck.
Breakfast Time
The girls arrive from their hotel, just a block away, for breakfast.
