Escuela de Educación Especial - Atitlán, Guatemala

The Special Education School of Santiago Atitlán, under the direction of Pedro Sisay, works to integrate people with disabilities and to break down myths about disability in the region. This institution is part of local efforts in Guatemala to provide specialized support to students with special educational needs.

Focus: The school is dedicated to serving people with disabilities, promoting inclusion and changing mistaken perceptions about disability in the Santiago Atitlán community.

Context: It operates within the framework of special education in Guatemala, which seeks equitable services for students with disabilities, disorders, or exceptional abilities.

Relevance: It is a key institution for inclusive education in the Lake Atitlán area, with an emphasis on resilience and empathy.

Guatemala’s Ministry of Education (MINEDUC), through various institutions and centers, provides the legal framework and support for special education in the country.