Where is Guatemala?
We often get the question "Where is Guatemala?" when we first start talking to someone unfamiliar with CoEd's programs. Of course the simple answer is the geographical location—directly south of Mexico in Central America. But if you allow us to be sentimental, mushy...
Fernando Augusto Gonzalez: Learning to read, reaching for the stars.
Fernando Augusto Gonzalez thinks about his parents all of the time. He wonders where they are; he imagines what they might be doing in that particular moment. Maybe, just maybe, they’re thinking about him, too. Fernando lives with his grandparents in the impoverished,...
Rockin’ the Bow Tie for #GivingTuesday 2013
Why do you rock a CoEd Bow Tie on #GivingTuesday? We asked and here's what you had to say about wearing the CoEd Bow Tie. Why do you support education in Guatemala this #GivingTuesday?
Top 10 Reasons We Give Thanks in 2013
It's been a busy year for CoEd. What better time than Thanksgiving to finally slow down for a second and reflect on some of the GAZILLION reasons we have to be thankful this year (hint: most of them involve YOU, our supporters). This year, we are thankful... 10. For...
Katie’s Field Reports: Jose Luis using school to overcome heartache
If you had the chance to meet high school scholarship student Jose Luis, at first glance you might think he was too cool for school. Or maybe after a few minutes observing his lighthearted comical demeanor you’d label him as the class clown. I bet you wouldn’t guess...