In the small community of Caraballo, where daily life is often shadowed by uncertainty and need, a quiet transformation has been taking place. Rosalina*, a gentle and bright young girl, lives with her mother and eight siblings in a small home where resources are scarce and meals are sometimes missed. Her mother, still young herself, has carried the weight of raising nine children largely on her own.
When Rosalina’s health began to decline from a skin condition that caused painful marks across her body and scalp, she started missing school frequently. The discomfort, along with the self-consciousness it brought, made it difficult for her to keep up in class. But the staff at Kids Alive’s Park School—teachers, nurse, and psychologist—refused to let her struggle alone.
Carolina, her third-grade teacher, remembers that season clearly. She shared that Rosalina had been battling a delicate illness that was affecting both her health and her learning. “She was developing many marks on her body and head, which interfered with her school attendance,” Carolina said. “But the ministry got involved and helped. The nursing staff cared for her, provided medications, and arranged medical visits. Thank God, she improved a lot, began attending school regularly, and is now much better.”
The Park School team didn’t just treat her illness—they surrounded Rosalina and her family with compassion. Mariel, the school nurse, describes her as “a calm and loving girl,” always kind and respectful. “She knows she has support here and trusts us a lot,” Mariel shared. “Rachel in special education, Alfonsina our psychologist, and I are always attentive to her and her care.”
As Rosalina’s body began to heal, her spirit came alive too. She now attends school consistently, connecting with her friends, studying with focus, and greeting her teachers with her quiet smile. Her mother, strengthened by the support and encouragement she’s received, is showing a renewed sense of hope and stability at home.
Alfonsina, the school’s psychologist, has watched Rosalina’s transformation with gratitude. She describes her as an intelligent and committed student who has grown remarkably in confidence and joy. Rosalina continues to receive the follow-up care she needs, but today her progress stands as a testimony to what loving, consistent care can accomplish.
What once felt fragile has become steady and full of promise. The care she’s received through Park School hasn’t only restored her health—it’s reshaped her sense of belonging and dignity. Her family now walks in hope, strengthened by a community that reflects God’s love in practical, everyday ways.
Because of you, Rosalina’s story continues to unfold in joy and wholeness. Through Christ-centered education and holistic care, she and her family are discovering what it means to live in health, stability, and hope—one day, one act of love at a time.
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