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SANTIAGO, QUINTO DIA

6/19/2016

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We started our Friday (a littler earlier than usual) by heading over to the main base of the foundation "Ganamos Todos", which works to bring sports and physical education to special-needs children in elementary through high school. We travelled to three different schools in the area so we could help out during their recess. The first school we visited was for the blind and visually impaired. The kids dove right in the various sport activities offered the foundation, such as soccer tennis and basketball. It was inspiring to see the creativity and perseverance in their play. They didn't let their disability interfere with having fun. The second school we went to was for kids with physical disabilities. Many were in wheel chairs, which presented a wholly different challenge for athletic engagement. The kids were surprisingly adept at maneuvering around their physical issues and likewise were very excited to participate in the various sports. The last school we went to was for kids with cognitive disabilities. The diversity in age and severity of disorder was greater than in either of the previous schools. This school aims to prepare students for the real world by teaching skills that are applicable to certain jobs and everyday life. Although the time with each school was limited to the short recess period, the shared enthusiasm and determination of the students we met will continue to inspire us in immeasurable ways. 

Next we went on a walking tour of Santiago, which allowed us to explore the historical side of the city. Although we had to leave early, the in depth explanations for city landmarks left us enriched and educated. 

Finally, we attended our final training at the Universidad Católica. We were very sad to go, but luckily we were invited back by our new friends there. 

We finished the day by watching the game between Columbia and Peru. 
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day 5 over. we out. 

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2 Comments
Courtney link
6/18/2016 08:11:46 am

Love these updates! Both the daily description of activities and the pictures. So great. What a trip !

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Cristina Correa
6/18/2016 06:59:56 pm

Qué bueno dar un poco de lo que recibimos. It is good to give back what we receive. Your happy faces show tell everything.

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