Elena, from Chetumal, Quintana Roo, has overcome numerous challenges to pursue her dream of studying law. Growing up in a modest household, Elena developed a strong work ethic and a deep appreciation for education. Her early experiences, marked by financial hardship and frequent moves, instilled in her a resilience that would shape her future. Despite facing obstacles such as limited resources and family responsibilities, Elena excelled academically and discovered a passion for dance and the English language. Now, as a law student at the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Quintana Roo, she is determined to make a positive impact on her community and inspire others to pursue their goals.
Hello! My name is
Elena Verónica
University
| GPA: 9.83
| 1st Year
KKIS Student story
Highlights
To me, education is all about
Something very important, for me it is like a teaching that is not only given at school, education also comes from home, and helps us to be better prepared for life.
My favorite food is
Pozole / mole / or typical food of Honduras
Where would you go and why, if you could move anywhere in the world?
I would like to live in Switzerland, a German teacher I had told me what it was like to live there since it was his native country. Although I would also like to live with my grandmother in Palmar, a town near Chetumal.
I feel inspired by
My mother, because she has been a woman who has made an effort to give my sister and me the best, and although she has gone through many things, she keeps going, she does not give up and looks for a way to overcome obstacles, she always smiles and remains firm.
I am most curious about
People who emigrate, I am curious to know more about why they do it apart from having a better life, how they make that decision, how they prepare to emigrate, what emotions they feel, etc.
What is the best advice you have ever received?
"Don't punish yourself for the decisions of the past, you did the best you could with what you knew at the time, now that you know better, try harder in the present".
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KKIS Vision
Improving lives through education.
KKIS (Keeping Kids in School) works to build stronger communities in Playa del Carmen by eliminating financial obstacles to public education. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn and succeed, and we are dedicated to making education accessible and affordable for promising students in our community.
KKIS Mission
At KKIS (Keeping Kids in School), we believe that education reduces poverty, improves lives, and builds stronger communities. Recognizing that education is often unaffordable for many families in Mexico, we remove financial barriers to keep kids in school.
Our programs provide financial assistance and help students develop essential language, life, and work skills
Through a combination of financial aid, community connections, and educational support, we achieve an impressive 86% high school graduation rate, compared to the national average of less than 50% throughout Mexico.
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“The support that KKIS provides, allows our students to dream of a life without limits. By providing the tools necessary to study, students are given the hope of making their dreams a reality.”