Our last day at the school. We did some finishing touches, and everyone is soooooo pleased with the results. We actually did much more than the plan originally called for, but it was fun to do and we kept thinking up more to paint. When the kids were out to play some of them would come to whoever had a paintbrush in hand and either ask to paint or stand and wait to be asked. For a while anyway they will have the memory of doing it. I was able to get about 60 or so photos on a cd for the principal of the school. she is going to show the kids the pictures on a computor. I think the kids will love seeing themselves again. As I've mentioned before - each time we took pictures of them they run over and ask to see it on the camera.
The Principal gave each of us a 'certificate of appreciation' thanking us for the work we had done, and wishing us a safe return to our homes. Under the name of the school - which translates to "The official Kindergarten School" in the photo- you'll see UK AK. That is Mayan for Kindergarten. We had a final picture with all the teachers, children and volunteers.
After lunch, several of us set off for Antigua where we're staying the night. Got here in time to walk around the city. It's located in the central highlands, and the architecture reflects the Spanish colonial days. The cathedral, and several other churches provide spectacular examples of Spanish Baroque. Antigua is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
