Meet Sabrina, a remarkable 10th grader at Nicolás Christian School. Her story is inspiring, unique, and heartwarming. Despite facing numerous challenges, Sabrina’s unwavering commitment to education and dreams of a brighter future set her apart.
Sabrina’s path has been challenging. Born to an unwed mother, Sabrina and her twin sister faced a difficult start in life. Due to societal pressures and family dynamics, her twin sister was given to another family, and she now lives in Huehuetenango while Sabrina stays with her mother. After her mother passed away, Sabrina found herself living with various aunts and uncles, navigating conflicts and adjusting to different living circumstances.
A Commitment to Education and Dreams
Despite these hardships, Sabrina has never lost her resolve. She is determined to finish high school and pursue veterinary medicine as a career—a field with scarce representation in her hometown of San Juan Cotzal, where only three veterinarians practice. Her compassion for animals is evident when she recently cared for a pregnant dog in distress at Nicolás Christian School.
Faith as a Guiding Force
For Sabrina, faith is not just a belief but a guiding force. Baptized as a Catholic, she later embraced Evangelical Christianity while living with an uncle. Her faith has been a constant source of strength, enabling her to persist even when life seemed overwhelming. Sabrina shares, “Sometimes your circumstances are hard, and life is difficult. You might even wish you weren’t alive, but you must keep going in faith because God is with you. No matter your circumstances, you must keep moving forward and pursue your dreams and goals.”
Building a Future Despite Adversity
With a love for Cotzal’s many street dogs and a knack for caring for sick animals, Sabrina is not only focused on her academic and career aspirations but also dreams of building a home where she can live with her grandmother and sister. Her favorite subjects at Nicolás Christian School, Social Sciences and Christian Education, further fuel her passion for learning and personal growth.
The Impact of Education and Community Support
Sabrina’s story is a testament to resilience, faith, and the power of education. It reminds us of the significant impact we can make in supporting students like her, who strive for a better future against all odds. Your support through Nicolás Fund for Education is crucial to this journey. Together, we’re helping dreams take flight and shaping a brighter future for students like Sabrina.
Won’t you help students like Sabrina receive a high-quality education at Nicolás Christian School by donating today?
