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Help Build Schools in Honduras, Panama, or Guatemala

by: School the World

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School the World's Student Service Program provides an inspiring experience for high school students. While traveling to Honduras, Panama, or Guatemala, you experience a new culture, make new friends, fulfill service hours, and create lasting relationships with children in the community, all while building a school or a playground! Each group raises funds and participates in the final constructio...

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Program Highlights

Build a school and playground.

Bond with children and make new high school friends.

Experience a new culture.

Teach the children in their classroom.

Visit the homes in the community.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Guatemala
  • Panama
  • Honduras
Availability
Year(s) Offered: 2026, 2027Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • Summer
  • Alternative Spring Break
Age Requirement: 14-17
Types & Subjects
Focus Areas:
  • Community Service & Volunteering
  • Experiential Learning
  • Language Immersion
Causes:
  • Building & Construction Projects
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Jul 08, 2026

Awards

hundrED Global Collection 2026Library of Congress Literacy Award WinnerCandid Transparency logoGreat Nonprofits 2021 Top-Rated List

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.5

Total Reviews

12

Incredible Experience!

July 08, 2026by: Sarah Preston - United States
5

Through my trips with School the World, I have had the opportunity to visit Panama twice and Honduras once. Both countries offered endless beauty, not only through their landscapes but through the people and communities I was fortunate enough to meet. My favorite part of each experience was the genuine kindness and welcoming nature of the communities we worked with. They welcomed us with open arms, shared their stories and traditions, and allowed us to build meaningful connections despite our different backgrounds. I loved being able to find common ground with people who had different experiences than my own and learn from their perspectives. These relationships and the connections I made are what made my time in both countries so memorable.

This was an amazing trip!

May 22, 2023by: Devon Headley - United States
4

I recently had the incredible opportunity to participate in a service trip to Honduras and this experience was amazing, leaving a lasting impact on both the local community and our team members. Our trip organizers ensured that we had a well-rounded experience by arranging cultural immersion activities and excursions. We explored the natural beauty of Honduras like going to the beaches and enjoying the food, traditions, and gained a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by the community. I would recommend participating in this service trip to everyone. Not only will you contribute to the betterment of a community, but you will also experience personal growth, gain a broader perspective, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Incredible trip!

April 27, 2023by: Ava Towvim - United States
4

This trip was absolutely amazing. I loved getting to know new people, and gaining an understanding of another culture. I really felt like I had an impact in the community and I had so much fun with the other kids in the community while also learning more then I ever thought possible in only one week!

Going through some of the new school supplies with one of the girls in the community

Program Details

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Locations

  • Guatemala
  • Panama
  • Honduras

Types and Subjects

  • Focus Areas
  • Community Service & Volunteering
  • Experiential Learning
  • Language Immersion

Availability

Years Offered: 2026, 2027

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • Summer
  • Alternative Spring Break

Age Requirement

14-17

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Wifi Costs

Payment Terms

  • Payment Plan
  • Scholarships
  • Upfront Deposit

Refund Policy

Other

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Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • High School Freshman (1st Year)
    • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
    • High School Junior (3rd Year)
    • High School Senior (4th Year)

    Application Procedures

    • Online Application
    • Essay
    • Written Application
    • Other

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    School the World's Student Service Program provides an inspiring experience for high school students. While traveling to Honduras, Panama, or Guatemala, you experience a new culture, make new friends, fulfill service hours, and create lasting relationships with children in the community, all while building a school or a playground! Each group raises funds and participates in the final construction phase of a new school building or playground. Students spend most of the week in a community, working on the project, and interacting with the children, forming strong bonds through mutual learning. Cultural exposure and understanding are an essential part of our program. During their trip, students experience the beauty of the local culture. By participating, World Changers open their eyes and...

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