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Call Summer Sessions
January – February 2010
CALL SUMMER SESSIONS During January and February students attended intensive computer‐assisted sessions at Aricana´s Multimedia Lab. In Rosario it is really hot during these months, but this was not a problem as students were working in our air conditioned lab.
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January – February 2010
CALL SUMMER SESSIONS Students were divided into groups depending on their level of English proficiency and worked with many different multimedia tasks. They really enjoyed the lessons as they were learning in a dynamic and interactive way. Their computer skills are very good so they had no real trouble getting the hang of it.
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It was such a great experience that we look forward to repeating it in the near future. There are so many resources available for teachers and students online that it would be a real pity if we did not take advantage of them all. Besides, most of these students spend hours surfing the net so CALL is an excellent aproach to learning.
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ACCESS JOURNAL ROSARIO 2010 May 8, 2010 Ambassador
April 21, 2010
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EARTH DAY CONTEST AND AMBASSADOR Ms. VILMA MARTINEZ VISIT
For Earth Day, the US Embassy sponsored a competition whose winners would be awarded an important amount of money to make the project come true. In this competition, Access Programs from all around the country participated. Each group had to design a campaign showing practical ways of helping raise awareness on how important it is to save the Planet. After many debates, our group decided that the best way was to go to schools to talk to students about some of the most important problems. When the competition closed, the teacher told us that we were the winners! At first, we were so shocked about the wonderful news that we couldn’t believe it. Then, we got the chance to meet the American Ambassador Ms. Vilma Martinez at Aricana. When that happened we realized how important our contribution was going to be. We are very thankful for the opportunity of meeting her. She is a nice person. Now, we are happy about starting our Earth Day campaign. We can’t wait! Jackeline Rodriguez, Florencia Justo, Madelaine Fregenal Access 3B
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ACCESS JOURNAL ROSARIO 2010 May 8, 2010 Ambassador
April 21, 2010
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Sports Day and Welcome Party
May 8, 2010
On Saturday May 8th, from 9 o’clock in the morning to midday, we had a recreational day at the Municipal Stadium “Jorge Newbery”. All Access students played basketball, softball, volleyball and soccer. It was really interesting and fun. It was a great chance to meet the 31 new Access students too! After playing the sports, we had lunch together. We ate delicious hamburgers with french fries and soda from Burger King. After practising so many sports we were really exhausted. Clara Boccassi and Florencia Bava, Access 3A
“It was a fantastic day because I like volleyball. The food was delicious.” Evangelina Ortigoza, Access 1A
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Sports Day and Welcome Party
May 8, 2010
“I liked Sports Day because I met new people.” Judith Ramos, Access 1B “A little early for a Saturday morning but we had a lot of fun!” Florencia Zalazar, Access 2B
“Saturday was a great day. We played softball, volleyball, basketball and soccer. It was an excellent experience.” Sebastian Plano Access 2A
Last Saturday May 8th we went to the Municipal Stadium for Sports Day. We played sports all morning. The weather helped us because it was really sunny. We met the new Access students and had a good time with them. At midday we ate Burger King. In our opinion, it was a good event because we enjoyed participating in the activities. We specially liked playing softball‐we had never played it before! Laura Almaraz, Emanuel Martinez, Lucia Pikulicki, Valeria Vargas; Access 3B
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“It was a beautiful day because I learned to play softball.” Florencia Grieco, Access 1B
“Sports Day was interesting because I liked softball. It was a fantastic idea to eat Burger King. I met all Access students, too.” Maia Serel, Access 1A
“I liked the activity. My favorite part was eating the hamburgers and playing soccer. I’d like to repeat the day. My least favorite sport was basketball because I am a terrible basketball player.” Matías Cravero, Access 2C
“It was a great day. I had a lot of fun because I love sports. I want to repeat it again.” Macarena Fretto, Access 2A
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“It was a very nice chance to meet new friends.” Brenda Lentino, Access 2B
“Sports Day was interesting. I had fun. I liked playing softball with friends. That was my favorite!” María de los Ángeles Dicille, Access 2A
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Sports Day and Welcome Party
May 8, 2010
“The activities were interesting because we met new Access students‐they are very friendly. My favorite activity was soccer.” Matías Rastelletti, Access 2C
“Sports Day was fun and interesting because I liked playing soccer with my friends and other Access students.” Lucila Romano, Access 1A
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May 8, 2010
“It was a wonderful day. I love sports in general so I loved Sports Day!” Macarena Noval, Access 1B
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Independece
August 5, 2010
Day
“Si los pueblos no se ilustran, si no se vulgarizan sus derechos, si cada hombre no conoce lo que vale, lo que puede y lo que se le debe, nuevas ilusiones sucederán a las antiguas, y después de vacilar algún tiempo entre mil incertidumbres, será tal vez nuestra suerte mudar de tiranos sin destruir la tiranía.” Mariano Moreno "Unhappy it is, though, to reflect that a brother's sword has been sheathed in a brother's breast and that the once‐happy plains of America are either to be drenched with blood or inhabited by slaves. Sad alternative! But can a virtuous man hesitate in his choice?" George Washington
WE CELEBRATED INDEPENDENCE DAY! On August 5th, Access students celebrated Independence Day for both Argentina and the United States. Students prepared a short but meaningful play which represented how each country gained its independence in 1776 in Philadelphia in the U.S.A and 1816 in Tucuman in Argentina. Students were very careful in paying attention to details regarding the scenery and costumes to fully represent how things were at those times. Some of our students are really good at working with technology so they were in charge of the special effects‐it really helped to set the mood of the different historical time periods. Also, students represented the celebrations held in modern times both in Argentina and the U.S.A. – parades, marching bands, street vendors, even fireworks! Yanina Zagarrio
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Independece
August 5, 2010
Day
Weeks prior to the day of the play, students worked in groups, making sure that everything was well organised for the big performance. They made stage props, designed some of the costumes, made invitations and posters inviting families and friends to join us. It was a lot of work but worth every minute devoted to it. From the look on everyone´s face you could tell how proud they were to have accomplished this. ARICANA´s Board of Directors and staff joined us, as well as the authorities of the schools students study at. We took many pictures and recorded some videos to remember that special day. Yanina Zagarrio
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Independece
August 5, 2010
Day
What happened on August 5th at A.R.I.C.A.N.A.? “On August 5th, the Access Program students performed at ARICANA´s Auditorium to celebrate Argentina´s and the United States of America´s Independence Days. We worked a lot to make the play great. Luckily, it turned out very well. This experience was fun and wonderful!” Access 2B Giampietro, Milena Laffatigue, Lucía
“On August 5th, we celebrated Independence Day at ARICANA´s Auditorium. We prepared an event with special costumes, scenery associated to Argentina and the U.S.A in modern and old times. We are happy that everything went very well. We invited our families and friends to this important celebration. They liked it!” Access 2B Aran, Valeria Vazquez, Bárbara
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Independece
August 5, 2010
Day
What was your opinion about the play? “It was excellent! All the students had practised their parts a lot and the wardrobe was great too. The music and special effects were fantastic to set the scene and mood in old and modern Argentina and USA.” Access 3A Gomez, Luciano “The play was great. It was divided into four acts. In the first act we showed how the U.S gained its Independence in July 1776. In the second act, “It was excellent because the students students reenacted Argentina´s Independence in practised so hard! Some of us were in charge July 1818. The final two acts showed how of wardobe, others of the scenery and Argentinians and Americans celebrate others were receptionists, welcoming Independence day in modern times‐ there are parents and friends to the show. I really liked some parades with fireworks around important the costumes‐they were amazing! We historical areas in cities and towns. shared a nice evening.” Students got together prior to the play to help set up and to rehearse. At 7 pm our families and Access 3A friends came to watch the show. Even ARICANA´s Bava, Florencia Board of Directors and school Directors were there. I really liked the performance a lot and so did everyone else. It was an excellent opportunity to work together as classmates and friends.” Access 3B Justo, Florencia
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Independece
August 5, 2010
Day
What did you think about the acting? “It was really good. All the actors knew their parts so there weren’t any mistakes in the conversations and in the timing. Everyone was willing to work in groups and to learn their parts.” Access 3B Martinez, Emanuel
“The actors were good‐they looked relaxed and confident. They knew their lines very well!” Access 1B De Vito, Florencia
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Independece
August 5, 2010
Day
What was happening in the backstage? “Before the play began, many important things were happening in the backstage‐students putting up decorations,getting dressed with the right costumes and make‐up. We even made flags, put up ballons and many other ornaments to set the context. Also, some Access students were in charge of making the invitations and posters for the plays. Everyone worked really hard to get things ready on time!” Access 3B Rodriguez, Jackeline “We were preparing all the details for the event. We tried hard to present the best show possible for families and friends so we were a bit nervous. In general we had a good time because we were working hard in groups.” Access 1B Grieco, Florencia
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The Performers
August 18, 2010
The Performers‐A great way to learn English and have a good time!! On Wednesday August 18th Access students went to Mateo Booz Theater to see an educational play called Pirates´ Island. Students were a bit worried about how well they might be able to cope with the language as they have only been studying English for a few months. However, we worked with activities about the songs and dialogs from the play beforehand so as to prepare students for the challenge. During the play, we were certain students were having a really good time because they were laughing at the funny moments and dancing to the rhythm of some of the catchy songs. After the play, we discussed the theme of the play, its plot, characters, and setting and worked quite well! Students were surprised by how well they had been able to understand, after all. Learning is meant to be both fun and meaningful so plays such as this one are what our English programs need to make things a lot more entertaining. Yanina Zagarrio Access Program Academic Coordinator and teacher
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The Performers
August 18, 2010
Student Reviews
“The play “Pirates´Island was a lot of fun and very entertaining. I really like going to see plays. They are nice. I think it is important to integrate these activities in the Program because we can get together with other Access students that are not in our class.”
Virginia Pugliese
Access 1A
“I liked Pirates´Island because it was a good opportunity to meet with the other Access students to enjoy the play. I liked the music and the characters. It was very interesting. These activities are important because they help us learn English. We want to go again!” Romina Pietrobón
Access 1A
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The Performers
August 18, 2010
“Pirates’ Island was very good because It was fun and interesting. I like the idea of going to see a play in English. Of course, not understand some things but I I did did understand the main ideas.” Maia Serel Access 1A
“The decorations on stage were beautiful and the acting was excellent. The play had funny parts and romantic moments. One character stood out because of his charisma, I liked him! I want to have more activities like this one because it is the right opportunity to interact and meet with members of Access Program. Thanks for the visit Access Program!” Joaquín Barrios Access 1A
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Children´s Day
August 28, 2010
A Very Special Children´s Day! On August 28th, Access students visited children at an orphanage in Rosario to spend a beautiful, sunny afternoon playing games, and sharing delicious snacks. Prior to this important visit, we worked very responsibly to collect as toys as possible at ARICANA and in our many schools. Luckily, everyone in our community pitched in so we collected many dolls, teddy bears, barbies, and many more. Before our visit, we got together at ARICANA BELLA VISTA to make sure that all the toys were clean, in good condition and then we wrapped them. We also prepared some games and activities to play in English.
When Saturday arrived, Access students were a little nervous and anxious. Eventually all that went away and they had a really good time. Boys and girls were extremely happy to receive so many lovely gifts and we felt good because we were able to make their day a little happier with our visit. We received so many donations that we have already planned a second visit prior to Christmas in December! We want to congratulate all Access students for being so kind, giving and warm. You are role models for other teenagers to follow. Yanina Zagarrio Academic Coordinator
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⇒ I liked the visit because the
⇒ At first children didn´t want to
children interacted a lot with us and had fun. But when we left I felt a little sad. Romina Pietrobon, Access 1A
play but then they did and it was beautiful and fun. ☺ Yamila Basterra, Access 1A
⇒ On Saturday August 28th we visited an orphanage in Rosario. I liked this activity
because the children are very friendly and played with us. We had a great time. Children played sports, danced and shared some snacks. Now I want to go again because they are my new friends. Florencia Devito, Access 1B
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⇒ I felt great at the Orphanage. It
⇒ It was a very nice and fun
was fun because we made new friends. I want to go again to know them a little more. Florencia Rodriguez, Access 1B
experience. But at first I was a little nervous. Santiago Sosa, Access 1B
⇒ For Children´s Day, Access students went to the Orphanage in Rosario. On this sunny
Saturday afternoon, we played games, shared snacks and had a great time. Finally, we gave children some gifts, but before that we collected many toys for them at school and at home. Valeria Aran, Access 2B
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August 28, 2010
⇒ We visited the Orphanage to play
⇒ On this day we played with kids
and give presents to children for Children´s day on August 28th. It was a beautiful day and a great experience for everyone. I´d like to go again in the future. Ma. Inés Acosta, Access 2B
and shared snacks. Children ran a lot but it was so funny. I think they need a lot of love. My friends and I are thinking of going back. Micaela Herrera, Access 2B
⇒ At the orphanage we spent a lovely afternoon with children playing games like
bowling and other fun activities. It was a great day because children loved the presents and were very happy to receive them but sad when we left. We promised that we would visit them again. I think that these children need a lot of love and a family to protect them. Clara Boccassi, Access 3A ⇒ I loved going to the Orphanage because we shared special moments with children. I
would love to go visit again! Angie Dicille, Access 2A
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⇒ I liked visiting the orphanage because we shared a nice afternoon with really friendly
children. We took many great gifts‐pink handbags, make‐up and bijouterie for girls and toys and teddy bears for boys. We played a lot of fun games, laughed and talked about our lives. I believe these children need a lot of love and a good family, but luckily this place exists so children don´t feel so alone. Ma. Florencia Bava, Access 3A
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August 28, 2010
⇒ Before we went to the orphanage we collected many toys for children. Everybody in
our schools and in our homes collaborated. We had so many gifts‐ cars, barbies, plush toys and more and more! I think it was a good experience for us and for children so they don´t feel so alone. They need a lot of love. I like helping those who need us. Julieta Galluppi, Access 3A ⇒ On Saturday, we went to Orphanage in our city to spend a beautiful day with the
children. We arrived early, and organized the activities and games for them. Some of us prepared a short English class; others played bowling, and a few games more. Then we all had snacks with chocolate milk, and got to know each other a little more. Before we left, we went to the theater in the orphanage to give them a lot of presents that we collected in our schools and neighborhoods. It was a really good experience, because we could make them a little happier. We worked together to find toys, wrap all the gifts and prepare the games, and of course we felt good for sharing that moment with them. We hope to go back another day! Florencia Justo, Access 3B
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Student Day Contest Winner
September 30, 2010
U.S. AMBASSADOR VILMA MARTINEZ PRESENTS THE “STUDENT DAY CONTEST” PRIZE TO OUR ACCESS STUDENT FLORENCIA GRIECO ZAMPALO. On September 30 United States Ambassador Vilma Martinez presented the prize to the winner of the “Student Day Contest” organized by the Embassy and announced on its Facebook page. The winner is one of the students of the U.S. Embassy Access Scholarship Program at the Binational Center ARICANA, Florencia Grieco Zampalo.
The prize consisted in a new generation netbook and Florencia, a 14‐year‐old high school student from the Soldado Argentino School, travelled to Buenos Aires to receive her prize in the U.S. Embassy, accompanied by Gabriela Venesia,
Access General Coordinator. The “Student Day Contest” was held September 20‐21 as part of the Bicentennial Contests organized by the Embassy on a monthly basis in its Facebook page. Each month, U.S. Embassy Facebook fans can participate in a contest by answering questions about Argentina and the United States through 200 years of bilateral relations.
Florencia is an outstanding student who has shown great involvement in academic, cultural and community service activities. She is very generous and helpful with her classmates. It is a pleasure to have Florencia as a student!! Congratulations on the well‐deserved prize!! Enjoy it.
Yanina Zagarrio Access Teacher
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November 5, 2010
Halloween
Once again we celebrated Halloween with all Access students at ARICANA Headquarters. We dressed up in scary and creative costumes and played some fun games. Amongst those games were the `Peanut Sipper´, `Halloween Memory Game´, `Pass the Pumpkin´, etc. We also ate some Halloween sweets. Yanina Zagarrio Access Program Academic Coordinator
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November 5, 2010
Halloween
Once the games were over, everyone was waiting for the special moment‐the prizes! Lucas Cofre won for the Scariest costume; Matías Rastelletti won for Most Original Costume; Franco Peralta won for Funniest Costume and Leonela Utrera won for Most Elaborate Costume. Everyone agrees!! We had a great time with our classmates and friends and we will repeat the party again next year! Yanina Zagarrio Access Program Academic Coordinator
Halloween The Halloween party was very nice because we dressed as witches, ghosts and other scary things. We played many different games and ate a lot of candies. My favourite parts were the prizes and the Halloween Memory Game. I would like to repeat the party next year too! Romina Pietrobon Access 1A
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November 5, 2010
Halloween
Halloween My favorite part of the Halloween party was the prizes for best costume, funniest costume, scariest costume and most original costume. I would like to have a Halloween party next year too! Yamila Basterra Access 1A
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International Education Week
November 15 to 19, 2010
Is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. It is intended to promote programs that will benefit those who are interested in becoming future leaders as it highlights the importance of studying and living in the United States. It is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education. This year we received visits from some exchange students studying in schools in our city through AFS International and Education USA. After the presentations, we talked with Access students who assisted these talks and this is what they had to say…
Yanina Zagarrio ACCESS Rosario Academic Coordinator
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International Education Week
November 15 to 19, 2010
For Education Week we were visited by students participating in Exchange Programs. We met Earn from Thailand. I think these activities are excellent because we talk about similarities and d lferences in our customs and ways of living. I would like to participate in an exchange program because it is a great experience to learn about people and culture. Also, I like English and the American culture so I would like to go to the United States. One important difference is that teenagers in Thailand don’t go dancing and in Argentina teenagers can go dancing at 15 years old. I would like AFS and Education USA to visit our classroom again in the future. Macarena Noval, Access 1B Meeting new people is great because you learn about their lives and much more. I would like to take part in an exchange program to meet new people and different things about other countries. It is very important to study English because it is a universal language and it helps to communicate with people from around the world. For Education Week we met a student from Denmark. She has a very different lifestyle in her country. This is very interesting. I would like to meet more exchange students in the future. Maia Serel, Access 1A
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November 15 to 19, 2010
I liked the presentations because I like meeting new people, especially foreigners so we can learn about their culture and lifestyle. I would like to participate in an exchange program to travel, learn other languages, and about other cultures. I would like AFS to visit us again next year. Leonel Alvarado, Access 1B
I liked International Education Week because we met students from different countries. I would like to participate in an exchange program one day because it is very interesting to learn about other cultures and improve my English. I would like AFS to visit us again. Andrada Alicia, Access 1A
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International Education Week
November 15 to 19, 2010
International Education Week was great. It is fun and interesting to meet new people and learn about their lifestyle. One day I would like to participate in an exchange program because I make new friends and learn new languages. Now I think teenagers have different lives in different parts of the worlds. I would like to meet more exchange students in the future at ARICANA. Evangelina Ortigoza, Access 1A
I really like meeting new people so I liked the visits during International Education Week. It is important to study English for the future and participating in an exchange program can help improve it. I also think travelling is a lot of fun and in different countries you can learn about different cultures and lifestyles. I would like AFS and Education USA to visit us again. Virginia Pugliese, Access 1A
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November 25, 2010
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Why is this holiday so important for Americans? Well, it is a time to offer thanks, of family gatherings and holiday meals. A time of turkeys, stuffing, and pumpkin pie. After talking about the origin and importance of this holiday, Access students also wanted to take part in this celebration. How? We wrote Thank You messages. Let´s see what students have to be thankful for…
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November 25, 2010
Thanksgiving
We want to give thanks for… …the food I eat every day. …my house. …our family, which is very important. …our families jobs. …the possibility to go to school every day. our new friends in Access Program. Access 1B
We want to give thanks for… …our friends. …our good health. …our families who care and support us. …having finished the school year. Access 2B
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November 25, 2010
Thanksgiving
We want to give thanks for… …our families and pets. …our friends. …our teachers. …the opportunity to study English in Access Program. …our parents´ jobs. …the chance to go to school and receive an education. Access 1A
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Summer
December 4 and 5, 2010
Camp
ACCESS SUMMER CAMP On December 4th and 5th Access students from Rosario took part in the Access Summer Camp, organised by the U.S Embassy to celebrate their graduation from the two year micro‐ scholarship program. Students from Mendoza and Salta were also invited to Las Clavelinas Resort in Buenos Aires. American volunteers, Embassy personnel, as well as alumni of the U.S. Government Youth Ambassadors program, interacted with the students throughout the weekend in many fun and educational activities.
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Summer
December 4 and 5, 2010
Camp
Students had the chance to make new friends, practise their English skills and learn more about American culture and lifestyle. There were talks, workshops, games which focused on team‐ building and self esteem. On Sunday afternoon, the US Ambassador in Argentina Ms. Vilma Martinez gave a touching speech and presented students with their diplomas. It was a very important moment for all those who were present.
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Summer
December 4 and 5, 2010
Camp
an unforgettable experience for everyone. Students were very eager to talk about their It was experiences, anecdotes, and to share pictures on the way back home. The bond that was built in 2009 when students started the program has become even stronger after this camp. We would like to give our gratitude to the U.S Embassy for sponsoring such important events.
Yanina Zagarrio Academic Coordinator Access Program, Rosario
Gabriela Venesia General Coordinator Access Program, Rosario
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Closing
December 20, 2010
Ceremony
n Monday, December 20th the Closing Ceremony for Access 2009‐2010 graduating students was held at Zona Parque School. 55 students from Rosario received their diplomas on this very important day. The authorities of ARICANA, Zona Parque School, Soldados Argentinos School, teachers, and families were also present.
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December 20, 2010
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tudents received their diplomas, and awards for best academic performances, best classmates and outstanding attendance records. These prizes were awarded to students by various members of the educational institutions and by the members of ARICANA´s Board and staff. Students made speeches where they had the chance to express their gratitude to the U.S Embassy for sponsoring the Access Micro‐scholarship program, to the authorities of their schools and ARICANA. After receiving their diplomas, there was a toast and a reception for all those present. We took a lot of pictures and made a video clip of the ceremony.
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December 20, 2010
Ceremony
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t was a very important occasion because these students represent the first Access graduating group. With perseverance, determination and commitment they achieved a very important goal. For the past two years, students have received over 200 hours of instruction in English, and have participated in over 200 hours of cultural and community service activities. Most importantly, they have made new friends, grown in values and contributed to help their community and its members. Those who form part of Access Program Rosario are very proud of them for the job well done.
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ongratulations Access Graduating Class 2009‐2010!!! Yanina Zagarrio Academic Coordinator Access Program Rosario
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