Isabel Ordóñez
Isabel Ordóñez, affectionately known as 'doña Chabelita', was a pioneering educator born on November 19, 1872, in Guastatoya, Guatemala. She dedicated her life to teaching, becoming the first female teacher from Guastatoya to graduate and return to her hometown as a professional. After completing her education at the Instituto Normal para Señoritas de Oriente, she began her teaching career in 1897 at the Escuela Nacional de Niñas de Guastatoya, where she inspired generations of students until her retirement in 1934. Ordóñez's legacy includes not only her contributions to education but also her resilience, as she faced political turmoil during her life, including an incident in 1920 when her home was invaded by soldiers. She received various honors for her work and is remembered as a significant figure in the history of education in Guatemala, with a school named in her honor.
Born on Nov 19, 1872 (152 years old)
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Isabel Ordóñez was the first teacher from Guastatoya who dedicated her life to education.
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