San Lucas School, Arequipa

Prize Winners!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 01 Aug 2006 03:47:00 +0000

San Lucas school won a pendant at the recent Independence Day parade and competitions. They came third out of the many local schools. Congratulations!
Here are three pupils with the prize.

There were also typical costumes presented by the children.

Tamara from the San Jose children's home

and another pupil who comes from the region of Cabanaconde where Rev. Alejandro Mesco travels and is establishing an Anglican mission post.

Parades and Presentations

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 26 Jul 2006 04:50:00 +0000

Last weekend San Lucas school participated in the local Independence Day parade and won a flag. They have been invited back again for this weekends marching and band competitions to see if they can win further awards and gain prestigue in the community.
Below is a photograph of the school staff with Rev. Alejandro Mesco in the front row and head teacher, Grimaldina, back row centre.

The Band:

Pupils in traditional costumes of Peru:

Rev. Alejandro Mesco with dance group in traditional costumes

San Lucas School, Independence Day preparations

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 25 Jul 2006 05:04:00 +0000

28th July, Peruvian Independence Day, sees the schools and institutions of Peru busy celebrating with events and activities. San Lucas School (St. Luke's) was no exception.
Beforehand the school band and pupils were practising in the nearby streets ready for the competitiion between several local schools.

Carrying the school flag

The band approaching ...

and the marchers close behind.