Our Successful Albeit Short History
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There are no publicly funded schools for deaf children in the State of Guanajuato, Mexico. If the parent of a deaf child wishes to send their child to school they have no option but to send them to languish, virtually untaught, in a public school classroom with hearing students and with no special instruction whatsoever.
EEESMA opened its doors on September 3, 2012 to assist these children. A group of seven dedicated local residents and professionals, who had a special interest in helping deaf students in the community, came together to form the board of trustees, have the non-profit society registered, rent and renovate suitable premises, hire three Mexican teachers and reach out into the community to bring deaf Mexican youngsters together to improve their standard of education. |
In 2019, for the first time, three young women completed their on-line high school classes. This is a huge milestone for EEESMA and offers, first hand, role models to other young people who are deaf. They witness their fellow students' success and are inspired by it, working hard to achieve that same success, and perhaps even more.
We know there are many more deaf children in the San Miguel community who deserve the opportunity of an education; we continue to search for ways to bring them to this special school. Families of the students contribute a small amount each month toward the school's operation however the majority of funds are received through grants, donations and fundraising. Your support would be greatly appreciated. "Education's purpose is to replace an empty mind with an open one." -Malcolm Forbes |
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MEET OUR TEAM
Our dedicated faculty, staff and vibrant volunteers are the heart of the school.
SANJUANA GARCIA SALGADO
Sanjuana joined us in 2012 as the school's first teacher and is now the school director. She shares, “Having spent a large part of my life working here fills me with pride, knowing that I have been part of the progress of our students and the school.“ When she's not directing, Sanjuana loves to dance and sing with her young son and relax at home with her husband. |
OLGA ISABEL PEDRO CELIS
As a person who loves to play and paint with children in her spare time, Olga couldn’t be better suited as a primary school teacher. She comments “My life long dream was to be a teacher, I love to teach children who are deaf that they can be anything that they set out to be”. She enjoys movies, reading and long walks while also continuing to improve her teaching strategies. |
DIEGO CASTRO HERNÁNDEZ
Diego likes the work environment of school most; often described as friendly and caring. Although not trained as a teacher, he tutored three students through their high school online courses recently; a first which makes everyone extremely proud! His future career plans include winning a Pritzker Prize for excellent architectural work. Away from work, Diego enjoys reading and traveling. |
CARLA MARIA REYES LOPEZ
Carla has been working as teacher assistant in preschool while completing her high school courses online. She loves teaching little ones but her dream is to become a professional chef one day. Carla makes wonderful meals and desserts in her spare time at home so she thinks it’s a very good thing that she also enjoys exercise and walking her dogs in the park! |
CECILIA VILLAFRANCO HERNÁNDEZ
Ceci enjoys her job as administrator where she has the chance to improve skills learned at university. She says “Although I dislike rising early in the morning, my job allows me to explore, learn and live things, including Mexican Sign Language, which would not normally touch me”. Ceci also enjoys practicing singing, being with friends and traveling. |
ARACELI RAMÍREZ JUÁREZ
Araceli holds what many consider one of the most important positions, that of chief cook! Araceli likes to learn Mexican Sign Language to better communicate with the students, although she wishes she knew more. Family is on the top of Chely’s list of priorities, and spends most of her spare time with them, considering Sunday a sacred family day. |
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