Overview

Escuela Bolivia was founded in l998 when a group of Bolivians living in Northern Virginia met with the Superintendent of Arlington Public Schools to establish an academic enrichment program that would meet the needs of Arlington's growing immigrant Latino population. Since then, Escuela Bolivia has worked to support and empower Latino families in the Northern Virginia area through educational and leadership development programs while promoting cross-cultural awareness.

Over the years, we have significantly expanded our programs, and have grown from a group of less than a dozen volunteers to a recognized non-profit organization with an established central office, Board of Directors, and over 25 staff and volunteers dedicated to our mission of empowering Latino children, youth and families through education and leadership development to succeed and contribute to their community while teaching others about the Latin American culture.

It is our hope that you will join us in our efforts to support Latino students’ academic success. Escuela Bolivia’s Latino roots have given the organization a unique insight into our community’s needs. In response, the organization has developed community-based solutions to support Latino children, youth, and families. Students not only learn academic and leadership skills, but also develop a spirit of community service and learn the importance of valuing all cultures and members of our community.