CEA 146 Estación LLamas

“A forgotten tram stop,” whispered a student hurrying past, “that’s the secret behind CEA 146 Estación LLamas.” This seemingly ordinary school, nestled between the Los Bulevares and Paso de la Arena neighborhoods in western Montevideo, holds a unique piece of history. CEA 146 Estación LLamas isn’t just a name. It’s a tribute to the past, a nod to the old “Llamas” tram station that once stood nearby. The school, officially named after Luis Batlle Berres, is locally known as the “Llamas” school, carrying the echo of the forgotten tram stop into the present. The area, with its semi-rural character and nearby settlements, adds to the school’s distinct charm. CEA 146 Estación LLamas isn’t your typical school. It’s a Centro Educativo Asociado, a combined educational center. Sharing its space and staff with a UTU (Universidad del Trabajo del Uruguay) provides a unique learning environment. This allows students to envision their future education in a familiar space, a future they can quite literally see from their classroom windows. The school’s popularity is evident in its growing enrollment, a testament to its value within the community. Within CEA 146 Estación LLamas’s walls, students experience a blend of traditional and technical education. They navigate a curriculum of 12 subjects, supplemented by optional curricular workshops. The school houses a dedicated technology room, a science lab, and a multipurpose room serving as a small library. Students trade their cell phones for textbooks at the start of each class, retrieving them only at the end of the school day, fostering focused learning. The ping pong table, sports field, and designated staff areas create a dynamic learning atmosphere. CEA 146 Estación LLamas offers a holistic education, blending academics with practical skills and a connection to the community’s past. It stands as a testament to how history can shape the present, reminding students of the forgotten tram stop that gave their school its unique identity.