José Manuel Rodriquez Gutiérrez
Age 12, Sixth Grade
Manuel is the eldest of five brothers. He is a very good student but without support, he cannot
continue his education. His father works on a plantation six days a week for $350 a month. His goal is to become a doctor in his community. Though poor by Costa Rican standards, he has a very supportive family that he hopes to one day help through his
education.
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Heiner Rizo Orozco
Age 11, Third Grade
Heiner is a shy boy who
nonetheless is succeeding. He works hard and is
motivated to succeed in school. Heiner’s family are
refugees from Nicaragua, seeking a better life in
Costa Rica. Like so many that have left Nicaragua, his education has started late but he is catching up. His family hopes for him to be able to finish school so that he will have a better life in the future, feeding a family of five on $400 a month.
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Taylor Rodriquez Gutiérrez
Age 10, Fourth Grade
Taylor is only 10 but
already he has big dreams for the future. He loves science and nature and wants to work in that field, though he still holds the hope of some day being a soccer player. He wants to be able to use his education to buy a home for his family, and to improve their lives. Taylor is a great student and is known for good grades, good behavior and kindness.
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Kevin Vargas Marín
Age 12, Sixth Grade
Kevin is the youngest of three brothers and dreams of a degree in criminology. His father and older
brother together earn $550 a month to support the family. Not only does he have great grades, but also has the ability to get along with everyone. His goal is to help his family and return the support that they have given him.
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