During the pedagogical support visits conducted by the Alma Enseñanza Innovadora team, we encounter experiences that allow us to see how the commitment of school administrators and teachers can transform a pedagogical strategy into a collaborative practice within the educational institution. This is the case at Educational Institution No. 56045 in Combapata. Under the leadership […]
Participation in the “Pedagogical Innovation 2026” course has introduced a fresh perspective on classroom management. Teachers have come to understand that managing a classroom goes beyond merely maintaining order or setting behavioral rules; it also involves organizing the physical space, creating conditions conducive to learning, fostering interaction, and encouraging students to take a more active […]
It is often assumed that major educational transformations originate in the largest or best-resourced institutions. However, my experience during support visits with the ALMA team leads me to believe quite the opposite: rural schools are demonstrating that true change begins with the leadership and commitment of those who believe every student deserves a quality education. […]
There are moments that remind us why we support teacher training. The presentation of the book *Reflexiones Educativas* (Educational Reflections)—produced by the Juan Misael Saracho Higher School for Teacher Training (ESFM) in Tarija—was one such moment. On September 5th, before an audience of students, faculty, and officials, I shared the results of a study conducted […]
Our partnership agreement with the Juan Misael Saracho Higher Teacher Training School (ESFM) concludes this year. The term of the current leadership team is also ending, making way for new leadership in 2027. Amidst this transition, we received welcome news: after meeting to discuss the matter, administrators, faculty, and students voted to renew the agreement […]
When María Noelia Rejas had to choose where to complete her educational practicum, she decided to step outside her comfort zone. As a third-year student specializing in Food Processing and Gastronomy, she could have chosen a setting directly related to her field of study; instead, she asked to work at the San Antonio Alternative Education […]
Since 2025, I have been part of the work the Alma Foundation carries out at the “Clara Parada de Pinto” Higher Teacher Training School. During this time, I met María Daniela, a fourth-year deaf student specializing in Early Childhood Education. Her journey caught my attention due to the perseverance with which she has faced various […]
When Mauricio Gareca speaks about his time at the “Juan Misael Saracho” Higher Teacher Training School (ESFM), he does not begin by talking about achievements or accolades. He speaks of effort. He talks about the times he had to wake up early for work, the financial hardships that seemed to put his dreams on hold, […]