One year after students in Los Toles marched proudly along a dirt road, El Salvador is showcasing a striking transformation in the community: a new road now connects the canton with Ahuachapán and extends toward Guatemala, while children have returned to a completely renovated school designed to provide better conditions for learning and development.
The road project has expanded beyond its original scope, strengthening connections between communities and facilitating the transportation of agricultural products. The improved infrastructure is also expected to create greater opportunities for commerce, tourism, employment, and regional connectivity.
At the same time, the new Los Toles school features renovated classrooms, a cafeteria, a covered court, and dedicated spaces for students to learn and grow. The project reflects the Salvadoran government’s broader emphasis on improving educational infrastructure from early childhood.
During the inauguration, President Nayib Bukele called for the immediate integration of technology into the school, asking the Ministry of Education to provide internet access, computers, AI tutors, and the tools needed to deliver a modern educational experience.
Bukele also recalled why the original commitment was made. After seeing the students’ Independence Day parade along the dirt road, he said he wanted them to return the following year and march on a new street. “And so it was,” he said, highlighting the transformation visible in the community one year later.
The President emphasized that infrastructure and technology are only part of the equation. He urged students to take advantage of the opportunities available to them by studying, learning, completing their assignments, and preparing themselves to contribute to El Salvador’s future.