Photo Story: Groundbreaking Ceremony in Santa Elena Chichop - Joyabaj, Quiché, Guatemala

"Welcome to the School"

Festive children of Santa Elena hold a sign in the local Mayan dialect welcoming PoP and community residents.

Young ladies celebrate and show off their handcrafted woven shoulder bags called morrales. 

Children playing in one of the classrooms at Santa Elena. The newest classroom will benefit 178 students!

Community members, students, and PoP volunteers are welcomed and thanked during the Groundbreaking Ceremony.

The future leaders of Santa Elena Chichop are enjoying the festivities in honor of the new construction at the school!

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