Oscar de Leon Palacios

Biography
Written By Mykella Palmer

GUATEMALA

(1909–1966) Oscar de Leon Palacios was a teacher, editor, and writer. He was known as “the teacher of the mountain.” One of his greatest contributions to Guatemalan society was his work in advancing rural education. He created a free program where teachers could receive the title “Teacher of Rural Education.” The president at the time, Carlos Castillo Armas, gave him a medal recognizing him as a distinguished teacher. 

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