As we packed up our belongings and began our journey home,
we reflected on our time spent in Belize. The past twelve days have been some
of the most adventurous, challenging, and emotional that we have experienced,
but they are ones that we will never forget. From the very first day that we
arrived at the schools we were greeted by students and teachers who welcomed us
into their classrooms and lives. It was amazing to see and experience the happiness
and community that were present in each of the villages. We went into this
experience expecting to be the ones that would be doing the teaching, but in
the end we realized that these students and their teachers have taught us more
than we could have ever imagined. We were taught to find joy and happiness in
the little things and that teaching is more than just reciting a lesson plan;
it is pouring everything that you have into providing for students the love and
academic support they need to achieve their dreams. The lessons, love, and
voices of the students, teachers, and the country will forever be etched in our
hearts. Words cannot express how thankful we are that we were given this
opportunity to teach with a group of amazing teachers, classmates, and
professors. It has been an experience that has changed how we view the world,
life, and education. While our time here was short, the memories that we have
made will last a life time.
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