WELCOME CLASS OF 2025

This week marked the beginning of a new school year in Guatemala and we welcomed 16 students to the Acorn Childcare Center, with two more in the enrollment process.

The first few weeks at the Center are focused on teaching the children about our resources and routines. After getting a tour of the building, the students spend time in each area, learning how to use and care for the supplies, books, and toys available to them. They are also learning the daily routines and expectations for behavior in each area.

This week we also celebrated our first birthday of the school year with our Center tradition: singing “Feliz Cumpleaños” and sharing a yummy birthday cake. Happy birthday, Emilio!

We know that each child comes to the Center with a unique experience and understanding of what it means to be a part of a classroom. Focusing on routines and expectations early on, and reinforcing them with prompts and encouragement throughout the school year, creates an environment that feels safe, consistent and caring. Thank you for supporting our mission.

EVERY DOLLAR COUNTS

Every donation helps ensure that we can continue transforming the lives of families facing extreme poverty.

When you make your donation recurring, you’ll join our Helping Hands Sustainer Circle, a community of extraordinary humans working together to provide monthly support for the children and families at the Acorn Childcare Center. As a member, your monthly commitment provides a reliable and sustainable source of funds we can use to plan programs, create budgets and expand services. For example, your monthly commitment of $25 could provide the children with safe drinking water each month while $50 could provide books and art supplies for the month.

Maya Childcare Inc is run entirely by volunteers, thus 100% of your donation goes directly to the Acorn Childcare Center.