Dear Friends and Supporters,
As we embark on another exciting academic year, we are delighted to share the incredible work happening at the Vallarta School for Girls.
Currently, we are proud to serve 40 bright and motivated students, each with the potential to make a meaningful impact in the world. Every day, our students inspire us with their passion for learning, and we are committed to giving them the best educational experience possible.
As a nonprofit, all of our operational funds come from the generosity of our donors and the success of our fundraising efforts. Your support makes it possible for us to continue providing high-quality education and unique opportunities to girls who need it most.
The girls at Spiral Hair Salon
A Heartfelt Thank You to Spiral Hair Studio
We’d like to express our deepest gratitude to Leslie and the team at Spiral Hair Studio for providing free back-to-school haircuts for our students! Your generosity has given these girls a wonderful confidence boost as they start the school year. We encourage our community to support Spiral Hair Studio as a thank you for their amazing contribution. Leslie’s studio is located in Hamburgo 148 C, Versalles, Puerto Vallarta.
Kika, our art teacher
Welcome to Our Talented Volunteer Teachers
Besides our excellent full-time teachers, our school is also very fortunate to have a team of dedicated volunteer teachers who generously give their time and expertise to enrich our students' learning experience. This year, we are thrilled to welcome back:
Kimila, who leads our health classes
Kika, sharing her artistic talents in art education
Ashley, guiding students in photography
Stolie, returning with her dynamic music program
We are also excited to introduce Gloria Fiona to our team, who will join us as a second music teacher, bringing more opportunities for the girls to explore their musical talents.
In addition, we are launching a special 8-week photography program led by the talented Ashley Werter and funded by the incredibly generous Deborah Cole. Starting in October, this program will explore powerful themes such as womanhood, self-identity, and the struggles women face. The girls’ photography will be showcased in an exhibit at the end of the program—stay tuned for more details!
Upcoming Fundraising Events
Festival of Trees - November 18 - December 7
Christmas Garden Party - December 8
Stars with a Heart - January 26
Music Festival - February 16
Black & White Gala - March 2
How You Can Get Involved
There are many ways to support the Vallarta School for Girls and help us continue our mission of providing high-quality education to underprivileged girls in Puerto Vallarta. Whether through donations, volunteering, or attending one of our fundraising events, every contribution makes a difference.
You can also create your own fundraiser! From fitness challenges to special occasions, your creativity can help raise awareness and funds for our cause. Together, we can help these girls build a brighter future. For more ideas, check here for more details.
Special Thanks
A heartfelt thank you to Cassandra Shaw of Cassandra Shaw Jewelry for generously donating proceeds from their July sales to the Vallarta School for Girls. We also extend our gratitude to Gloria Fiona for contributing a portion of her show’s proceeds at Casita & Garden. Special thanks to Jodi Cornish for celebrating her birthday with an incredible music show that generated valuable donations for us. Lastly, we appreciate Alfonso Aguilar for his donation of a brand-new laptop and for leading our significant school construction project.
Finally, we are excited to introduce our Support Squad—a committed group of volunteers who meet regularly to brainstorm ideas, provide valuable suggestions, and work diligently to support and lead our fundraising efforts. A special thank you to Jodi, Sylvia, Tony, Kim, Kristen, and Terry for being tremendous assets to our organization! We also extend a warm welcome to our newest team member, Alison. If you're interested in getting involved, please check here for more details.
To all of you who are reading this newsletter, thank you for being a part of the Vallarta School for Girls community. Your generosity and involvement are the keys to helping our students succeed and empowering them to make a lasting impact in their communities.
With heartfelt thanks,
The Vallarta School for Girls Team