English Acquisition for Guatemalan Leaders and Entrepreneurial Skills – Year 2 (EAGLES II)

The Public Affairs Section seeks to fund proposals for English language programs that form part of our larger English language program strategy in Guatemala. The program (or programs) under this funding opportunity: English Acquisition for Guatemalan Leaders and Entrepreneurial Skills – Year 2 (EAGLES II). By the end of the 290-hour program, students will have developed a stronger will to help themselves – and their communities – prosper, along with acquiring the knowledge and practical tools to do so. Specific Objectives • Students will acquire a minimum of B1+ English level in the Common European Framework Reference (CEFR). • Students will be able to write five-paragraph essay texts in English, applying the appropriate vocabulary, spelling, and grammar to convey intended meaning, according to the type of writing and type of audience. • Students will be able to develop reading comprehension skills, such as skimming and scanning, through simple stories related to their daily lives and experiences. • Students will actively participate in at least seven (7) enhancement activities that provide them with opportunities to learn about United States history, culture, and/or values. • Students will strengthen their personal and professional goals by participating in a minimum two (2) personal development activities. • Students will develop their leadership skills encompassing interpersonal communication skills, teamwork, individual accountability, and other social skills needed to succeed in any community environment. • Students will select and analyze a local entrepreneurial venture and develop a project plan proposal for its improvement and develop their own venture plan. • Students will develop a sense of responsibility and awareness of the importance of caring for the environment, so that the students can implement and/or improve ecological practices at home and in their communities. Providers should budget for the following elements (see sample budget). Priority Regions: Guatemala City, Esquipulas, Cobán, Quetzaltenango, Sololá, Chichicastenango, Huehuetenango