91直播鈥檚 Visiting International Teacher (VIT) program is closing its second year with remarkable momentum, thanks to a growing group of educators whose global perspectives are making a significant impact on students. As the district prepares to welcome a third cohort of teachers from Spain, the program continues to strengthen student learning, enrich campus culture, and advance professional growth.
鈥淭eaching in the U.S. allows me to face new challenges, adapt to a different educational system, and connect with students from diverse cultural backgrounds,鈥 Rankin Elementary teacher Cristina Ramon said. 鈥淚 continue to grow more flexible and creative in the classroom while strengthening my communication skills in a bilingual and multicultural environment.鈥
The , promoted by the Embassy of Spain in the United States in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Education, has brought more than 10,000 Spanish teachers to more than 30 states in the past 35 years to teach for one to three years.
91直播鈥檚 participation ensures high鈥憅uality instruction in every classroom while preparing students to thrive in a global society.聽
鈥淢oving to the United States through the VIT program was one of the most meaningful and challenging decisions of my life,鈥 Goodman Elementary teacher Carla Rodriguez Carballo said. 鈥淚 felt guided and valued during my adaptation to both the school and the district. My team leader and colleagues have also been kind, patient, and always willing to answer questions, no matter how small.鈥
The accomplishments at Rankin and Goodman highlight how the VIT program is strengthening classrooms across 91直播. These educators are not only adapting to a new country and school system, they are contributing to campus life in ways that enrich the entire school community.
With two successful years now nearly complete and a new cohort on the way, 91直播鈥檚 VIT program is emerging as a signature initiative, one that reflects the district鈥檚 belief that diversity is a strength, global readiness is essential, and every student deserves access to exceptional instruction.