Belizean Culture

I have learned so much so far about the Belizean culture, especially from our Inland trip. One thing that stood out to me during my interactions with the people of San Ignacio is that everyone is so knowledgeable about their history and culture in this country. Everyone from waiters/waitresses to food stand workers to tour guides have educated us about the history of Belize. This shows the importance of incorporating culture into lessons at school. I have also seen how for many Belizeans, their culture is a huge part of their life. At many of the ruins, we saw evidence of volunteers for sacrificial purposes. The Mayans used to play games and the winner would be sacrificed. This shows how it is an honor for them. It would be so hard to separate church from state in this country, because the locals' beliefs are so tightly woven into their lives. From our inland trip, I also saw how many people in this society live in the moment and are not as concerned with saving money. This may explain how hyper and playful the students behave in class. It is so important to incorporate different pathways into the high school since college may not be the pathway choice of all students.