Guatemala Culture Wall by Anthony Ingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c Made by Anthony I. & Tony S. en-us 2019-07-20 16:06:16 UTC 2026-03-11 01:03:05 UTC hello@padlet.com Education Philosophy aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755148 Since the signing of the Peace Accords in December of 1996, Guatemala has made significant advances in providing schooling for children at the primary level (grades 1-6). The Guatemalan Ministry of Education reports that the percentage of children completing their primary education has increased from 39% in the early 90’s to 72.5% in 2006. ]]> 2019-07-20 16:08:09 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755148 Rural Education lags behind aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755180 In Guatemala teachers enter the profession with almost no specific training in how to teach children to read. These young educators begin their careers with minimal classroom management experience, little knowledge of curriculum development and few opportunities for improving their skills. This results in poor student performance and high dropout rates, especially among girls and indigenous Guatemalans.]]> 2019-07-20 16:09:18 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755180 Practices and Traditions of Guatemala aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755211 The ceremonial year is largely determined by the Roman Catholic Church, even for those who do not profess that faith. Thus, the Christmas period, including Advent and the Day of the Kings on 6 January, and Easter week are major holidays for everyone. The patron saints of each village, town or city are honored on their respective days. The cofradia organization, imposed by the colonial Spanish Catholic Church, is less important now, but where it persists, special foods are prepared. Tamales are the most important ceremonial food. They are eaten on all special occasions, including private parties and celebrations, and on weekends, which are special because Sunday is recognized as being a holy day, as well as a holiday. A special vegetable and meat salad called fiambreis eaten on 1 November, the Day of the Dead, when families congregate in the cemeteries to honor, placate, and share food with deceased relatives. Codfish cooked in various forms is eaten at Easter, and Christmas is again a time for gourmet tamales and ponche, a rum-based drink containing spices and fruits. Beer and rum, including a fairly raw variety known as aguardienteare the most popular alcoholic drinks, although urban elites prefer Scotch whisky.]]> 2019-07-20 16:10:22 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755211 aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755257 2019-07-20 16:11:55 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755257 Religion in Guatemala aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755273 The predominant religion in Guatemala is Christianity, with about 98 percent of the population. The remaining 2 percent follow traditional Mayan religious beliefs. The dominant Christian sect in the country is Roman Catholicism, adhered to by about 60 percent of the country’s population. Protestants (mostly Evangelicals) make up the remaining 38 percent. The main Protestant groups in Guatemala are the Full Gospel Church, Assembly of God, Central American Church, and Prince of Peace Church. Baptist, Presbyterian, Lutheran, Episcopalian, and independent evangelical denominations also have some adherents. ]]> 2019-07-20 16:12:28 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755273 Education System in Guatemala aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755293 Compulsory education in Guatemala lasts for 9 years, between the ages of 7 and 15. During this time, students can complete their primary and lower secondary education. Homeschooling is rare but is practiced. Schoolchildren are often expected to wear uniforms. Boys and girls are educated together and face the same requirements. Guatemala has 23 official languages (Spanish and a variety of indigenous Mayan languages), and offers an unusual multilingual education system. Some schools will teach exclusively in a Mayan language, while others may teach in Spanish and English, or other languages. The country established a new national curriculum in 2005, which is reflected in standardized textbooks that are used at many, but not all, schools in the country. The curriculum reflects an international and multicultural focus, with an extensive focus on Latin America and the world, as well as the basic areas of grade-school education such as language, science, mathematics, and history.


]]> 2019-07-20 16:13:01 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755293 aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755617 2019-07-20 16:24:37 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755617 Guatemalan Flag aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755641 A bicolor with three equal vertical stripes: sky blue-white-sky blue. The country's coat of arms is centered on the flag entirely within the white stripe. Symbols: The coat of arms at the center of the white stripe and the flag as a whole symbolize Guatemala's freedom. A white scroll printed with the words "Libertad 15 De Septiembre De 1821," or "Liberty September 15, 1821," the date the Federal Republic of Central America won independence from Spain, is the coat of arms’ focal point. A Quetzal perches above the scroll. This is the national bird, a beautiful emerald-green avian revered by the country's native people and considered a modern symbol of freedom. Two shotguns and two gold-hilted rapiers cross behind the scroll, while two curving laurel branches frame the coat of arms. The weapons represent the supremacy of the state and a willingness on the part of the citizenry to defend the nation's sovereignty and independence. Colors: Blue and white. The vertical sky blue stripes on the left and right sides of the flag symbolize the sky as well as the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean, both of which border Guatemala. Blue also represents loyalty, truth, justice and perseverance. White symbolizes peace, honesty and purity. Variations: The national flag and naval ensign are the vertical blue-white-blue flag with the coat of arms. The civil flag and ensign are the same as the national flag, minus the coat of arms.]]> 2019-07-20 16:24:56 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755641 Food aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755793 Tamales are the most important ceremonial food. ]]> 2019-07-20 16:30:48 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755793 Guatemalan Coffee aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755795 Guatemalan coffee is considered some of the best in the world. It is most commonly brewed weak and loaded with plenty of sugar.]]> 2019-07-20 16:30:53 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755795 Buñuelos aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755798  A fried bread served with syrup.]]> 2019-07-20 16:30:59 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755798 Subanik aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755801 A dish (also known as "God’s meal") that contains chicken, beef, or pork cooked in a spiced sauce.]]> 2019-07-20 16:31:09 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755801 Cucumber Soup aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755804 2019-07-20 16:31:15 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755804 Frijoles Negros Volteados aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755805 Fried black bean paste. Black beans (frijoles negros) are another Mayan staple eaten at almost every meal]]> 2019-07-20 16:31:21 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755805 Mayan Textiles aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755869 2019-07-20 16:33:13 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755869 Guatemalan Textiles aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755883 2019-07-20 16:33:41 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755883 Tikal, Guatemala aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755955 2019-07-20 16:35:31 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755955 Guatemala City, Capitol aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755962 Ciudad de Guatemala, also known as Guatemala City, is the capital city of Guatemala. Other major cities include: Villa Nueva: Mixco; Calle Real de Petapa; San Miguel Petapa; San Juan Sacatepéquez; & Quetzaltenango]]> 2019-07-20 16:35:40 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371755962 aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371756265 2019-07-20 16:47:03 UTC https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371756265 Chilies Rellenos aingargiola https://padlet.com/aingargiola/lewwldrtwc7c/wish/371756370  These are fresh green poblano chilies stuffed with cheese, meat, and vegetables and deep-fried in a light batter.

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  1. Access and enrollment
  2. Quality of education
  3. Management model
  4. Human resources
  5. Intercultural and bilingual education
  6. Equity
  7. Investment increase
  8. Institutional strengthening and decentralization 

Priority programs
  1. Intercultural bilingual education
  2. In-service teacher development and professionalization
  3. National Reading Program “Let’sread together”
  4. National School Accompaniment System
  5. Strengthening of students’ support programs
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