SFK-Success for Kids Expands to Costa Rica by Providing Unique Program to Empower Future Generations of Leaders
Summary
In the process, the program helps students around the world develop a greater sense of purpose in their lives and realize a marked difference in their personal relationships and academic performance.“When fewer students are leaving school for economic reasons or other factors, more children can graduate, pursue a chosen profession, achieve a comfortable lifestyle and contribute to their country,” said SFK Executive Director Ana Salvado, who will oversee the administration and delivery of programs and fundraising in Costa Rica.“We view this as an opportunity to partner with the people of Costa Rica in pursuing the country’s educational agenda and developing future leaders who will add value to the communities where they live.” For more information about SFK-Success for Kids, go to www.sfk.org.Often, students who leave school due to costs must return at night to prepare for their Bachillerato por Madurez, which is similar to a United States GED.“When fewer students are leaving school for economic reasons or other factors, more children can graduate, pursue a chosen profession, achieve a comfortable lifestyle and contribute to their country,” said SFK Executive Director Ana Salvado, who will oversee the administration and delivery of programs and fundraising in Costa Rica.The donor’s gift will cover operational costs, teaching staff, training and materials for the first three years.“Our expansion to Costa Rica is an outstanding opportunity for SFK to help even more children and adolescents to become resilient, productive citizens, while it also aligns with our strategic direction to serve more children in Latin America,” said Dr. Heath Grant, CEO, Global Education and Outreach and Dwayne Ashley, CEO, Global Operations, SFK in a joint statement.