Florida, November 21 – In an atmosphere of profound respect and admiration, the students of the Félix Varela Morales Elementary School in Florida paid a heartfelt tribute to the illustrious patriot for whom their institution is named.
This Thursday, November 20, on the 237th anniversary of his birth, teachers and students of the school came together to remember and celebrate the life of this pillar of progressive and pro-independence thought in Cuba.
The epicenter of this commemoration was the school library, where various books dedicated to the life and work of Félix Varela were presented. This bibliographic exhibition allowed students to engage tangibly and enrichingly with his writings and teachings, fostering an interest in research and historical reading.
At the same time, in the classrooms, the study of Father Varela’s life and exemplary career was fully integrated into the learning process. The teachers organized activities where they analyzed Varela’s ethical values and his selfless dedication to the education of young people and the cause of Cuban freedom.
Through debates, the students reflected on the enduring relevance of his ideals and embraced the challenge of emulating his integrity and love for the homeland in their own development as citizens. The day demonstrated that Varela’s figure is a beacon of moral and civic significance for the student community.
At the conclusion of the activities, each student was left with the lasting impression of an enduring example, sowing the seeds for his legacy to continue living in the minds and hearts of those who are the future of the nation.
