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Mesita Elementary Showcases Trilingual Education at Annual Expo

KVIA••Gabrielle Lopez
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On Wednesday, Mesita Elementary School hosted the Connecting Worlds/Mundos Unidos Gifted & Talented Expo, inviting families and students to explore the district's unique trilingual language program. The event highlighted student projects in English, Spanish, and Mandarin, showcasing the integration of STEAM education. Principal Laila Ferris emphasized the importance of combining Gifted and Talented strategies with trilingual immersion to prepare students as global thinkers. This expo not only celebrated student achievements but also aimed to foster community engagement in the educational process.

Key Details: • Event held at Mesita Elementary School on Wednesday • Focus on trilingual education in English, Spanish, and Mandarin • Showcased student work from the district's language magnet program

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