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Sandra: Community Outreach Manager Leading with Spanish
Sandra, a heritage speaker of Spanish, credits her parents for instilling the importance of multilingualism, a skill which has helped her grow professionally and now enables her to assist others in accessing higher education through the nonprofit Mamás Unidas Little Rock.
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Antonio: Spanish Teacher and Proficiency Test Rater
Antonio teaches Spanish at Western Ablemarle High School in Virginia. Learn what inspired him to join the profession and how he uses his Spanish outside of the classroom as a volunteer.
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- Educator Profiles
Alaa: High School Arabic Teacher
Alaa teaches Arabic at Jonesboro High School in Georgia. Learn what inspired him to join the profession and what keeps him passionate about teaching!
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- Educator Profiles
5 Questions for a Luce Scholar in South Korea
An Assistant Researcher currently living in Seoul as a Luce Scholar, Angelique shares how studying and working abroad have shaped the course of her life and the opportunities available to her.
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- Student Voices,
- Testimonial Interviews
Sara: 4th Grade Spanish Immersion Teacher
Sara is a 4th grade exchange teacher at the International School of Louisiana. As part of our series of Educator Profiles, learn what teaching a language means to her and what keeps her motivated.
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- Educator Profiles
5 Questions for a Luce Scholar in Japan
Taylor is living and working in Osaka, where she partners with Nijiro Diversity and Pride Center Osaka to advocate for LGBTQ rights in Japan. Learn more about her experience as a Luce Scholar and read Taylor's tips on finding funding for study abroad.
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- Student Voices,
- Testimonial Interviews
Justin: Head of Mandarin at an International School
Justin shares that languages have played a pivotal role in opening his eyes to the world and fostering a growth mindset. Read his tips for aspiring or early-career language educators.
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- Educator Profiles
5 Questions for a Luce Scholar in Nepal
Originally from Hawai'i, Makana currently lives and works in Kathmandu, Nepal, where he partners with Karkhana and United World Schools Nepal to create STEAM curriculum for children. Learn more about his language learning experiences in Hawaiian and Nepali!
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- Student Voices,
- Testimonial Interviews
Recognizing the Teachers Who Have Changed Our Lives
During Teacher Appreciation Week—and everyday!—we celebrate and honor the outstanding language educators who have inspired and motivated us. Please join us in sharing about your favorite language educator.
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Stephanie: Police Officer Leading with English and Farsi
As a Second Lieutenant with the Fairfax County Police Department, Stephanie relies on language and cultural skills to supervise the Language Skills Support Unit and the Office of Data Analytics & Strategic Initiatives. The Department currently offers language proficiency stipends to speakers of 24 world languages.
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- Professional Profiles