School was out this past week for the end of the third period. I took advantage of the break to see a famous spot, known for its stunning beaches and diverse jungle: Santa Marta!
Hi! My name is Shaleena, and I am a Peace Corps Volunteer teaching English in north-central Colombia. I'll be here for two years, and I am excited to share my journey with you!

School was out this past week for the end of the third period. I took advantage of the break to see a famous spot, known for its stunning beaches and diverse jungle: Santa Marta!

Read here to learn a bit about me, what motivates me in my life, and what bings me to Plato, Colombia!

Read this article to learn about what foods I have encountered during my time in Colombia so far. Prepare to be appetized by my descriptions of the different dishes I have tried!

This post captures my typical, and fun, week in Plato where I worked at school, read and studied, did laundry, played chess and soccer, hung out with friends and watched parades.