{"id":14172,"date":"2026-05-04T16:37:06","date_gmt":"2026-05-04T21:37:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alianzaeducativa.edu.co\/alianza-educativa-receives-the-simon-bolivar-order-of-democracy-commanders-cross-grade\/"},"modified":"2026-06-04T16:11:30","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T21:11:30","slug":"alianza-educativa-receives-the-simon-bolivar-order-of-democracy-commanders-cross-grade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alianzaeducativa.edu.co\/en\/alianza-educativa-receives-the-simon-bolivar-order-of-democracy-commanders-cross-grade\/","title":{"rendered":"Alianza Educativa receives the Sim\u00f3n Bol\u00edvar Order of Democracy, Commander\u2019s Cross grade"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"14172\" class=\"elementor elementor-14172 elementor-13316\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-78806fd6 elementor-section-boxed 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class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Alianza Educativa receives the Sim\u00f3n Bol\u00edvar Order of Democracy at the highest grade: Commander\u2019s Cross<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-23986cfa elementor-widget-divider--view-line exad-sticky-section-no elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"23986cfa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-8a679c1 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no exad-sticky-section-no\" 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https:\/\/alianzaeducativa.edu.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1-1-1-scaled-e1777930814903-1536x1417.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2030px) 100vw, 2030px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figcaption class=\"widget-image-caption wp-caption-text\"><\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-7cd84b2e exad-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"7cd84b2e\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9b913b wpr-post-info-align-left exad-sticky-section-no elementor-widget elementor-widget-wpr-post-info\" data-id=\"9b913b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"wpr-post-info.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"wpr-post-info wpr-post-info-vertical\"><li class=\"wpr-post-info-date\"><span class=\"wpr-post-info-text\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"far fa-calendar-alt\"><\/i><\/span><span>May 4, 2026<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5c581d73 exad-sticky-section-no elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5c581d73\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> In a context in which public education faces the challenge of ensuring not only access, but also complete learning pathways, retention, and future prospects, the Congress of the Republic awarded Alianza Educativa the Sim\u00f3n Bol\u00edvar Order of Democracy, Commander\u2019s Cross grade\u2014the highest distinction granted by Congress\u2014in recognition of the organization\u2019s contribution to the education and social sectors. This recognition highlights its work to strengthen public education in Colombia through the transfer of experience, best practices, and a high-quality curriculum. <\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ceremony, held in the Luis Carlos Gal\u00e1n Hall, recognizes a 26-year track record that has shown it is possible to close inequality gaps through education. Along this path, Alianza Educativa has established itself as a city asset: a public-private collaboration model that makes quality education possible and expands real opportunities for thousands of students, contributing effectively to equity and social development. <\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ceremony was attended by principals, parents, and student ombudspersons from the eleven schools, as well as administrators and the leaders, managers, and founders of Alianza Educativa: Raquel Bernal, President of Universidad de los Andes; Juan Fernando Corral, Headmaster of Colegio San Carlos; Camilo Camargo, Headmaster of Colegio Los Nogales; and Mar\u00eda Mercedes de Brigard, Headmistress of Colegio Gimnasio La Monta\u00f1a\u2014key partners in consolidating this model.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The decoration\u2014whose invitation was led by Bogot\u00e1 Representative to the Chamber Andr\u00e9s Forero\u2014was accompanied, in his remarks, by recognition of the impact of Alianza Educativa\u2019s model. He highlighted the organization\u2019s ability to transform one of the system\u2019s most critical issues: dropout rates and the lack of continuity in educational pathways. <\/span><\/p><p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThis was a recognition that was long overdue in the Congress of the Republic, because Alianza Educativa has now spent 25 years transforming the lives of thousands of young people in the district and thousands of families. One of the most sensitive issues for public education is school dropout, and it has been addressed very successfully by Alianza Educativa, which has achieved a dropout rate in its schools of just 0.03% in 2024, while for the rest of the district\u2019s schools it was 2.49%\u201d<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Forero stated, also underscoring its ability to ensure quality education in complex social environments.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recognition highlights a sustained commitment over 26 years: ensuring that ALL students learn. That principle guides every decision at Alianza Educativa and translates into work focused on closing inequality gaps through quality public education, based on the transfer of experience, the implementation of best practices, and a strong curriculum. <\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the partner institutions, this purpose is understood as a national commitment. This was expressed by Raquel Bernal, President of Universidad de los Andes, as she emphasized the model\u2019s long-term vision and its impact on social mobility: <\/span><\/p><p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cOur dream is that, by transforming the lives of the children and adolescents of this country, we can close those learning gaps that have caused inequality in the country. Our dream is to continue contributing to Alianza Educativa and to help it grow; we truly believe in education as the best driver of social mobility for Colombia, and from Universidad de los Andes we remain committed to contributing to Alianza through our best practices.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This impact is built through a comprehensive approach that places deep learning and human development at the center, with the following pillars: addressing learning gaps in a timely manner with a rigorous focus on foundational learning, supported by systematic leveling and remediation processes that ensure no student is left behind; promoting the building of positive relationships and the development of socio-emotional skills in diverse environments; intentionally supporting each student\u2019s life project, connecting learning with their transition to higher education; and strengthening educational management with a clear focus on teaching quality and continuous improvement.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the organization\u2019s leadership, these results reflect a core conviction: putting the student at the center transforms life trajectories. This was highlighted by Diana Paola Basto, Executive Director of Alianza Educativa: <\/span><\/p><p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cAlianza Educativa is proof that collaboration between the public and private sectors for the common good\u2014in this case, quality public education\u2014is possible. Alianza\u2019s example over these 26 years shows that, by putting the student at the center and ensuring that ALL students truly learn, we can transform life trajectories. This is reflected in the 72% transition rate to higher education in 2024, well above Bogot\u00e1 and Colombia\u201d<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alianza Educativa\u2019s results are consistent: two institutions in the top A+ category and seven in category A. In school climate, there is a 70.9% reduction in serious incidents and a 99.7% effectiveness rate in mediations that prevent conflicts from escalating. This work has been recognized internationally, with the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safe Navigation<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> program as a finalist in the QS Reimagine Education Awards.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With this decoration, the Congress of the Republic recognizes an experience that demonstrates it is possible to ensure learning, retention, and well-being for all, expanding real and sustainable opportunities for thousands of children and adolescents in Colombia.<\/span><\/p><p> <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-70860a4 elementor-align-center exad-sticky-section-no elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"70860a4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a 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This recognition highlights its work to strengthen public education in Colombia through the transfer of experience, best practices, and a high-quality curriculum. The ceremony, held in the Luis Carlos Gal\u00e1n Hall, recognizes a 26-year track record that has shown it is possible to close inequality gaps through education. Along this path, Alianza Educativa has established itself as a city asset: a public-private collaboration model that makes quality education possible and expands real opportunities for thousands of students, contributing effectively to equity and social development. The ceremony was attended by principals, parents, and student ombudspersons from the eleven schools, as well as administrators and the leaders, managers, and founders of Alianza Educativa: Raquel Bernal, President of Universidad de los Andes; Juan Fernando Corral, Headmaster of Colegio San Carlos; Camilo Camargo, Headmaster of Colegio Los Nogales; and Mar\u00eda Mercedes de Brigard, Headmistress of Colegio Gimnasio La Monta\u00f1a\u2014key partners in consolidating this model. The decoration\u2014whose invitation was led by Bogot\u00e1 Representative to the Chamber Andr\u00e9s Forero\u2014was accompanied, in his remarks, by recognition of the impact of Alianza Educativa\u2019s model. He highlighted the organization\u2019s ability to transform one of the system\u2019s most critical issues: dropout rates and the lack of continuity in educational pathways. \u201cThis was a recognition that was long overdue in the Congress of the Republic, because Alianza Educativa has now spent 25 years transforming the lives of thousands of young people in the district and thousands of families. One of the most sensitive issues for public education is school dropout, and it has been addressed very successfully by Alianza Educativa, which has achieved a dropout rate in its schools of just 0.03% in 2024, while for the rest of the district\u2019s schools it was 2.49%\u201d, Forero stated, also underscoring its ability to ensure quality education in complex social environments. This recognition highlights a sustained commitment over 26 years: ensuring that ALL students learn. That principle guides every decision at Alianza Educativa and translates into work focused on closing inequality gaps through quality public education, based on the transfer of experience, the implementation of best practices, and a strong curriculum. From the partner institutions, this purpose is understood as a national commitment. This was expressed by Raquel Bernal, President of Universidad de los Andes, as she emphasized the model\u2019s long-term vision and its impact on social mobility: \u201cOur dream is that, by transforming the lives of the children and adolescents of this country, we can close those learning gaps that have caused inequality in the country. Our dream is to continue contributing to Alianza Educativa and to help it grow; we truly believe in education as the best driver of social mobility for Colombia, and from Universidad de los Andes we remain committed to contributing to Alianza through our best practices.\u201d This impact is built through a comprehensive approach that places deep learning and human development at the center, with the following pillars: addressing learning gaps in a timely manner with a rigorous focus on foundational learning, supported by systematic leveling and remediation processes that ensure no student is left behind; promoting the building of positive relationships and the development of socio-emotional skills in diverse environments; intentionally supporting each student\u2019s life project, connecting learning with their transition to higher education; and strengthening educational management with a clear focus on teaching quality and continuous improvement. From the organization\u2019s leadership, these results reflect a core conviction: putting the student at the center transforms life trajectories. This was highlighted by Diana Paola Basto, Executive Director of Alianza Educativa: \u201cAlianza Educativa is proof that collaboration between the public and private sectors for the common good\u2014in this case, quality public education\u2014is possible. Alianza\u2019s example over these 26 years shows that, by putting the student at the center and ensuring that ALL students truly learn, we can transform life trajectories. This is reflected in the 72% transition rate to higher education in 2024, well above Bogot\u00e1 and Colombia\u201d. Alianza Educativa\u2019s results are consistent: two institutions in the top A+ category and seven in category A. In school climate, there is a 70.9% reduction in serious incidents and a 99.7% effectiveness rate in mediations that prevent conflicts from escalating. This work has been recognized internationally, with the Safe Navigation program as a finalist in the QS Reimagine Education Awards. With this decoration, the Congress of the Republic recognizes an experience that demonstrates it is possible to ensure learning, retention, and well-being for all, expanding real and sustainable opportunities for thousands of children and adolescents in Colombia. Relive the decoration here! 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This recognition highlights its work to strengthen public education in Colombia through the transfer of experience, best practices, and a high-quality curriculum. The ceremony, held in the Luis Carlos Gal\u00e1n Hall, recognizes a 26-year track record that has shown it is possible to close inequality gaps through education. Along this path, Alianza Educativa has established itself as a city asset: a public-private collaboration model that makes quality education possible and expands real opportunities for thousands of students, contributing effectively to equity and social development. The ceremony was attended by principals, parents, and student ombudspersons from the eleven schools, as well as administrators and the leaders, managers, and founders of Alianza Educativa: Raquel Bernal, President of Universidad de los Andes; Juan Fernando Corral, Headmaster of Colegio San Carlos; Camilo Camargo, Headmaster of Colegio Los Nogales; and Mar\u00eda Mercedes de Brigard, Headmistress of Colegio Gimnasio La Monta\u00f1a\u2014key partners in consolidating this model. The decoration\u2014whose invitation was led by Bogot\u00e1 Representative to the Chamber Andr\u00e9s Forero\u2014was accompanied, in his remarks, by recognition of the impact of Alianza Educativa\u2019s model. He highlighted the organization\u2019s ability to transform one of the system\u2019s most critical issues: dropout rates and the lack of continuity in educational pathways. \u201cThis was a recognition that was long overdue in the Congress of the Republic, because Alianza Educativa has now spent 25 years transforming the lives of thousands of young people in the district and thousands of families. One of the most sensitive issues for public education is school dropout, and it has been addressed very successfully by Alianza Educativa, which has achieved a dropout rate in its schools of just 0.03% in 2024, while for the rest of the district\u2019s schools it was 2.49%\u201d, Forero stated, also underscoring its ability to ensure quality education in complex social environments. This recognition highlights a sustained commitment over 26 years: ensuring that ALL students learn. That principle guides every decision at Alianza Educativa and translates into work focused on closing inequality gaps through quality public education, based on the transfer of experience, the implementation of best practices, and a strong curriculum. From the partner institutions, this purpose is understood as a national commitment. This was expressed by Raquel Bernal, President of Universidad de los Andes, as she emphasized the model\u2019s long-term vision and its impact on social mobility: \u201cOur dream is that, by transforming the lives of the children and adolescents of this country, we can close those learning gaps that have caused inequality in the country. Our dream is to continue contributing to Alianza Educativa and to help it grow; we truly believe in education as the best driver of social mobility for Colombia, and from Universidad de los Andes we remain committed to contributing to Alianza through our best practices.\u201d This impact is built through a comprehensive approach that places deep learning and human development at the center, with the following pillars: addressing learning gaps in a timely manner with a rigorous focus on foundational learning, supported by systematic leveling and remediation processes that ensure no student is left behind; promoting the building of positive relationships and the development of socio-emotional skills in diverse environments; intentionally supporting each student\u2019s life project, connecting learning with their transition to higher education; and strengthening educational management with a clear focus on teaching quality and continuous improvement. From the organization\u2019s leadership, these results reflect a core conviction: putting the student at the center transforms life trajectories. This was highlighted by Diana Paola Basto, Executive Director of Alianza Educativa: \u201cAlianza Educativa is proof that collaboration between the public and private sectors for the common good\u2014in this case, quality public education\u2014is possible. Alianza\u2019s example over these 26 years shows that, by putting the student at the center and ensuring that ALL students truly learn, we can transform life trajectories. This is reflected in the 72% transition rate to higher education in 2024, well above Bogot\u00e1 and Colombia\u201d. Alianza Educativa\u2019s results are consistent: two institutions in the top A+ category and seven in category A. In school climate, there is a 70.9% reduction in serious incidents and a 99.7% effectiveness rate in mediations that prevent conflicts from escalating. This work has been recognized internationally, with the Safe Navigation program as a finalist in the QS Reimagine Education Awards. With this decoration, the Congress of the Republic recognizes an experience that demonstrates it is possible to ensure learning, retention, and well-being for all, expanding real and sustainable opportunities for thousands of children and adolescents in Colombia. Relive the decoration here! 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That principle guides every decision at Alianza Educativa and translates into work focused on closing inequality gaps through quality public education, based on the transfer of experience, the implementation of best practices, and a strong curriculum. From the partner institutions, this purpose is understood as a national commitment. This was expressed by Raquel Bernal, President of Universidad de los Andes, as she emphasized the model\u2019s long-term vision and its impact on social mobility: \u201cOur dream is that, by transforming the lives of the children and adolescents of this country, we can close those learning gaps that have caused inequality in the country. Our dream is to continue contributing to Alianza Educativa and to help it grow; we truly believe in education as the best driver of social mobility for Colombia, and from Universidad de los Andes we remain committed to contributing to Alianza through our best practices.\u201d This impact is built through a comprehensive approach that places deep learning and human development at the center, with the following pillars: addressing learning gaps in a timely manner with a rigorous focus on foundational learning, supported by systematic leveling and remediation processes that ensure no student is left behind; promoting the building of positive relationships and the development of socio-emotional skills in diverse environments; intentionally supporting each student\u2019s life project, connecting learning with their transition to higher education; and strengthening educational management with a clear focus on teaching quality and continuous improvement. From the organization\u2019s leadership, these results reflect a core conviction: putting the student at the center transforms life trajectories. This was highlighted by Diana Paola Basto, Executive Director of Alianza Educativa: \u201cAlianza Educativa is proof that collaboration between the public and private sectors for the common good\u2014in this case, quality public education\u2014is possible. Alianza\u2019s example over these 26 years shows that, by putting the student at the center and ensuring that ALL students truly learn, we can transform life trajectories. This is reflected in the 72% transition rate to higher education in 2024, well above Bogot\u00e1 and Colombia\u201d. Alianza Educativa\u2019s results are consistent: two institutions in the top A+ category and seven in category A. In school climate, there is a 70.9% reduction in serious incidents and a 99.7% effectiveness rate in mediations that prevent conflicts from escalating. 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