Missed Us? What Is New at Starfish
At Starfish, we believe in providing opportunities for students to reach their full potential. This is why we are thrilled to share that the 2024-2025 school year was full of opportunities for Starfish’s scholars to learn in a supportive environment, strengthen their leadership skills, celebrate their accomplishments, and enjoy a break in a safe space away from the harsh reality of rising insecurity in the neighborhood.
The tutoring program for the 2024-2025 school year was completed in February, with some impressive student projects:
Middle school students designed their own imaginary countries, sparking creativity and leadership skills.
High schoolers conducted research projects, refining their writing and presentation abilities.
Students in our experiment club explored chemistry and biology through hands-on activities led by Starfish alumni.
Our college preparation program helped high school seniors navigate the college admissions process, prepare for entrance exams, and explore career pathways.
We are now looking ahead to the 2025-2026 school year, which will start soon! We invite you to help us continue supporting our scholars complete additional achievements like the ones we listed above! Sponsor a scholar for the 2025-2026 school year today.
Security Update
For the past several years, Guayaquil—especially neighborhoods such as Flor de Bastión, where we work—has faced increasing violence due to gang activity. The situation remains unpredictable, often forcing students and staff to adapt quickly to stay safe. Yet, despite these challenges, our students have shown incredible resilience and determination, refusing to let fear stand in the way of their education.
Our staff remains vigilant, closely monitoring conditions and staying in constant contact with families to ensure we can respond to current events in real time. We have several communications and safety policies in place, and we are committed to supporting students who face challenges physically getting to the Starfish classroom in the upcoming school year.
Despite challenges, our students remain committed to learning and growing. With your continued support, we are excited to help even more students take the next step in their educational journey.