It is said that the future of a nation is in the hands of its children. If this is true then inspiring and educating our children needs to be the top priority.
The Dominican Republic is blessed to have a public education system. Children receive free education through 12th grade, minus books and uniforms. Unfortunately many students drop out before reaching the 12th grade and that is especially true in the Bateys, which have a lower income level.
Some of the children from Batey 7 go on to higher education but the number needs to be improved if the standard of living is going to improve. The children there are bright, loving and open to learning. Copa USA has successfully made a big difference educating children in LaHoya and Bombita.
This is an area that still needs to be addressed in Batey 7.
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