We trained 15 enthusiastic new ESL teachers at 9th Presbyterian Church in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. They were so excited to learn. One of the participants took three buses each morning to get to the class. People showed up from many backgrounds including missionaries, pastors, teachers and students. Some shared their dream of teaching English in other countries, while many plan to teach right in Brazil.
We had an outstanding team of trainers: Carey Jo, Nancy, and Penny all took part with me, and the AEI Team from Brazil (Helsa, Cilseia, Nilza, Andreia, Anderson and others) worked behind the scenes to make sure everything from transportation to snacks (Açaí gelato, Brazilian coffee, and pao de queijo – yummy cheese bread) was provided for us.
We are excited to see the classes that these new teachers will start and will support them through ongoing webinars and encouragement to help them succeed.