Rehabilitation of El Manzano #2 Elementary School

In just six short weeks we have been able to completely restore the 3 classrooms at the El Manzano Dos Elementary School!

This project included taking down the old roof and rusty windows, completeling concrete resotoration work (interior and exterior), raising the walls to close the open spaces where the rain would previously enter, installing a new roof for the 3 classrooms, walkway restoration and painting. This work was completed by a mix of a local contracting team and both local and international volunteers.

The students returned to classes on February 5th and were super excited to see their restored classrooms but equally excited to try out their new desks as well! The desks were a mix of refurbished desks thanks to our amazing team of carpenters who volunteers their time and energy and new desks thanks to a last minute fundraising drive by some wonderful tourists that were visiting the area. 

While the classrooms have been restored we are continuing on with some additional improvements around the property. This week we began building a small water tower and next week we will be working on the addition of two washrooms and a septic system. 

We are still fundraising for this last phase of the project so please do help us spread the word!

Thanks for your ongoing support of Waves of Hope and our community!

Links:

• School Rehab Promo Video

For the past few weeks we have been visiting the school site with various contractors requesting quotes for the maintenance work that is to be undertaken. The priority is to change out the roofs completey including new roofing sub structures. Additional work required includes floor and tile repairs, new windows, rain gutters, a full new paint job, washrooms and septic system. Fundraising has been slow to start so at this point we are planning to complete the roof work in December and hoping for additional funding that will help us complete the project in January. The parents and students of the school have been advised of the upcoming project and have agreed to help out with labour.