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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.
Congratulations Future Educators!
Hailing from 14 home states and planning to teach seven languages other than English, please join us in congratulating our largest incoming class to date: 20 outstanding future educators who join the Lead with Languages Teacher Scholarship Program this fall!
Know a future language teacher who's currently a high school senior? The call for applications will reopen in Spring 2024.
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Ask Away: 5 Questions for a Future Non-Profit Executive Learning Urdu, Spanish & Arabic
Delaware high school student Amna knows that language skills combined with scientific knowledge will help her launch an organization addressing addiction issues in the future. Hear her insights on the importance of advocacy for language education!
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5 Questions for a Conneticut-Based Future Teacher from Troyes, France
Christophe is a future teacher from France studying at the University of Connecticut. Learn about the differences between university in France and in the U.S., and about what he hopes to bring to his future classroom.
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5 Questions for a Learner of French and Hindi
High school senior Anushka is preparing to take her French skills abroad to Switzerland! Find out more about what she is looking forward to during her time abroad.
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- Student Voices,
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Ask Away: 5 Questions for a Future Professor Exploring Mandarin & Korean
Now earning a master's degree at the University of Pittsburgh, Kayla's language skills have led them to experience study abroad opportunities, conduct research, develop new tech skills, and even enjoy K-dramas and webtoons!
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- Student Voices,
- Testimonial Interviews