“I was born in a border city in Texas, but then we went back to Mexico because my dad was a preacher. We moved around a lot when I was very little. I have bits and pieces of memories of different houses and places we … Continue readingSpanish-to-English transition happened fast
“I do worry about the future because I think people today tend to be a lot lazier than past generations, probably because so many things have come so easily to them. The only solution is an individual solution. “I see those people who may not … Continue readingPersonal drive can lead students to success
“I’m going back to school to become a bilingual teacher so I can work with younger kids. “We speak English with our daughter. But my mom only speaks Spanish, and I grew up initially only knowing Spanish because I was around her while my dad … Continue readingShe hopes to ease transition for bilingual students
“We moved here from Mexico about three years ago. For my whole family it was like starting over because we didn’t have a house, my father didn’t have a great job and we didn’t speak English. “The language has been the biggest challenge for all … Continue readingPollution motivates her to study renewable energy
“I’ve always enjoyed helping people. When our church has food drives I help with the paperwork, like assisting people who can’t read or write, or translating for people who can’t speak English.” Are you bilingual? “I don’t speak Spanish fluently, but I’m getting better. Growing … Continue readingLearning to speak Spanish helps her, others