Day Four

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The United States Ambassador to Belize visited Tumul K'in today. It is very exciting for the students and staff who are very honored to have the Ambassador as their guest. They were proud to show him their school, tell him about their mission, and allow him to see their work. The staff and student so strongly believe in what they are doing that they do not need to work very hard to impress a visitor. The success of the school is evident on every student's face and in every teacher's glow of dedication.

The students of Tumul K'in treated the Ambassador (and us!) to traditional Maya music, dance performances and a performance of the Maya Story of the Corn -- a very important story in Maya culture and tradition. The performances were outstanding and reflected the heart and soul of this very special place.

Today's work complete list (so far): table and chairs built! library is being overhauled and organized! new lockers in the boy's dorm! benches for the lunchroom built! new library shelves are in the works! It is fun to check things off of our list.

With love from southern Belize,
The St. Anne's Belize Team 2010

p.s. Have we mentioned that sheep wander the grounds, everywhere? Baaa! Baaa! Baaa! is a constant background noise.