Two students are writing in notebooks at a table in a classroom; an American English dictionary is on the table. In the background, other students are also working at their tables.

“He has both languages, which is important for us, so he does not lose the tradition of Spanish.”

Seventh grade student Alex Moreno has attended our dual language school since kindergarten. Enrolling at Ruben Trejo Dual Language Academy helped Alex and his three siblings learn English while reinforcing the language he speaks at home with his parents, Maria and Juan.


We love hearing stories from families about educational opportunities that strength cultural heritage and a student's sense of self. Thank you to the Morenos for sharing their experience with us during Hispanic Heritage Month.