On December 11, 146 students from sixth grade, ninth year, and high school will graduate at a ceremony held at the José Ana Marín School. These students are among the 1,213 young people and adults who have resumed their studies at the Integrated Center for Adult Education (CINDEA) in Coronado.
The administration at CINDEA Coronado has implemented the strategy “Volver a Estudiar es Avanzar” (“Returning to Study is Progress”). This initiative aims to motivate students, provide them with support, and adapt educational offerings to meet their needs. Many of these students balance work schedules and household responsibilities. As a result of this approach, student retention has reached 100%.
Marco Jiménez, director of CINDEA, said that the strategy is designed to strengthen motivation, offer personalized attention, and provide additional support to facilitate each student’s learning process.
The program also includes motivational activities and professional development for the 45 teachers involved. Teachers use an album in which they place a sticker each week representing an achieved goal. This practice has helped them “change their mindset” and incorporate playful teaching methods.
“The strategy Volver a Estudiar es Avanzar has shown us that education for young people and adults does not have to be boring. We all need to support each other and be creative, especially since most have multiple tasks during the day and arrive tired,” said Jiménez. He acknowledged the efforts of teaching staff in ensuring educational continuity.
A new feature at this institution is that graduates wear caps and gowns during the ceremony. Top-performing students are recognized with awards and given opportunities to represent their group.
