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Each year, a committee made up of members of the
Guatemalan Friends Meeting and Program staff accepts about 30
new students to the program. The committee selects students with
very limited financial resources, giving priority to rural
students, women, Mayas, and those whose chosen careers can
benefit their communities. Our selection process includes a
review of each applicant's grades and financial needs, followed
by a personal interview. Follow up visits to the students' homes
are scheduled when feasible.
At the
beginning of the school year, we interview all the students to
determine their needs. Every month, they receive a check or a
bank deposit to cover ongoing expenses like tuition, travel,
food and lodging. Many also apply and receive help for medical
and dental supplies, uniforms, textbooks, special classes and
health emergencies. |
Members of the Administrative Committe during our 2008
Student conference. Left to right: Meme Romero, Martha Dugan,
Jaime Torres and Miguel Costop. |
