The 2018 Summer Interns are on-site!

The Fatted Calf Interns have hit the ground running in preparation for Expo Esperanza 2018!

Janelle Hueners, Megan Popkes, Adaven Scronce, Lauce Colon-Perez

Janelle Hueners, University of Minnesota

Janelle hails from the tiny town of Lindstrom, Minnesota and is currently pursuing a degree in Agricultural Education and minoring in Animal Science and International Agriculture at the University of Minnesota- Twin Cities.  This summer she will be teaching horse, chicken, and gardening classes and assisting with woodworking.

“I am excited to share my passion for agriculture with the kids as well as personally grow through experiencing Mexican Culture!

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— Janelle Hueners

Megan Popkes, South Dakota State University

Megan Popkes is from Ellsworth, Minnesota and currently attends South Dakota State University where she majors in Animal Science and minors in Leadership and Management of Nonprofit Organizations.  This summer she is leading the cattle class and assisting with chickens. She is also teaching photography, sewing and theater classes. 

“I’m excited to get started teaching and helping the kids with their summer projects as well as learning about the Mexican culture!”

— Megan Popkes

Adaven Scronce, Oklahoma State University

Adaven grew up in Pahrump, NV. She graduated from Oklahoma State University in 2017 with a degree in Animal Science, and is currently pursuing a Master's degree in International Agricultural with a focus on extension education and outreach at Oklahoma State University.  This summer she is teaching sheep production, sheep showmanship, and woodworking and assisting with the cattle, theater, and salsa making classes.

“I am excited to be spending this summer in Mexico, teaching and helping the kids with their projects!”

— Adaven Scronce

Lauce Colón-Pérez, La Universidad de Puerto Rico, Recinto de Mayagüez

Lauce was born and raised in the northern coastal city of Arecibo, Puerto Rico. He is currently pursuing a bachelors degree in Agricultural Education with a minor in Writing and Communication in English.  This summer he is in charge of the Oral Interpretation, Demonstration and Dog Obedience Classes, and is assisting with Horses. 

“My biggest goal this summer is to nurture and grow the love for México, agriculture and God in students hearts through my classes and shared experiences. I am beyond thankful to my Father for this opportunity to share the knowledge and passion I have for the things I love.”

— Lauce Colón-Pérez

TFC adds a new staff member

Amanda McClure - The Fatted Calf's most recent team-member.

Amanda moved to Mexico in March 2018; however, she is no stranger to the Magdalena area.  With a heart for missions, Amanda volunteered on mission trips to local orphanages for many years. 

As God called her to join The Fatted Calf team, she has worn many different hats and has picked up a variety of "loose ends" representing the breadth of her talent.

Amanda grew up near Congerville IL.  She showed purebred Suffolk Sheep around the country with her family.  As she got older, she became heavily involved in 4-H and FFA, experiencing many different project areas and competitions. She attended Illinois Central College and Illinois State University where she pursued a degrees in Agriculture Education and Spanish.  For five years she taught high school Agriculture Education classes and advised FFA activities and for 2 years prior to moving to MX, she worked as a floral designer.  

“ My love for agriculture, mentoring kids, and serving the Lord led me here to work in Magdalena. I am amazed at how the Lord has used Expo to provide a framework for personal growth in the lives of the kids here.”

— Amanda McClure

The Fatted Calf is blessed to have Amanda join the team as we seek to develop leadership and career opportunities for under-privileged youth and the community of Magdalena