I was born in Stamford, Connecticut, and moved to Miami, Florida, at age four. My parents are from Colombia, so I grew up speaking both Spanish and English.

I am a high school student at the School for Advanced Studies. Outside of school, I enjoy playing volleyball and volunteering. I tutor K-8 students at my local police station and volunteer at a local senior living community.

I also lead my school’s Medical Club and Mu Alpha Theta, reflecting my interests in medicine and mathematics. My goal is to become a Pediatric Doctor and use my career to help others.

Hi! My name is Aitana! I am from Mexico and Spain and recently moved from Connecticut to Miami. I’m a senior at International Studies Preparatory Academy studying French.

Some of my passions include
playing the piano, writing, sewing, and rock climbing. In my old school I was the vice president of the Environmental Action Club, editor of the Literary Magazine Club and participated in Model UN regularly.

I love interacting with different people and wish to study international relations or political science in the future and work in an area where I am directly impacting the life of others.

I was born in Stamford, CT, to a Colombian family, I am a bilingual English and Spanish speaker dedicated to combining my love for sports, STEM, and meaningful charity work. As a competitive volleyball player since age eight, I play for both my school’s JV team and a club team. This experience has taught me the invaluable power of teamwork, dedication, and mutual support on and off the court. As a volunteer with LT&M, I enjoy helping students in underserved communities improve their English skills and gain confidence. Closer to home, I support Hermanos de la Calle by participating in local community holiday initiatives for families in need. I am also a member of my school’s Engineering/Robotics Club and Biomedical Club, where I am exploring my interests in science, technology, and potential future career paths.

I was born in New Jersey and moved to Miami, Florida, when I was two years old. With parents from Colombia, I grew up bilingual and speak both English and Spanish fluently.

I am a student at MAST Academy. Outside of school, I enjoy playing volleyball, creating art, and writing. Service is a big part of my life—every other Friday, I volunteer with Hermanos de la Calle to prepare and
distribute meals for individuals experiencing homelessness.At school, I serve on the board of the Cultural Club. While I am still exploring my options for the future, I plan to pursue a career in the design field.

I am 15 years old and was born in Miami, Florida. I moved to Colombia when I was two months old,where I lived for seven years before returning to Miami. Growing up in both Colombia and the United States, I became fluent in both Spanish and English. I attend Immaculata-La Salle High School, where I am part of the STEAM Law Program because I am interested in becoming a lawyer in the future. I am also involved in Global Leadership, as well as the SALT Club, where I help children in need, Down Syndrome Link, where I support and spend time with individuals with Down syndrome, and Purple Hearts, which focuses on helping veterans. Outside of school, I enjoy playing volleyball, which I have been playing for four years, and participating in other community service opportunities. I was also a member of the National Junior Honor Society at St. Agnes Academy.

I was born in Guayaquil, Ecuador, and at the age of 9 I moved to Miami, Florida. Both my parents are
Ecuadorians: therefore Spanish has always been the mother tongue in our house and I have had the
opportunity to develop my English while still speaking Spanish at home.

I’m a student at Immaculata -La
Salle High School, where I play volleyball and am planning to participate in many more activities. I love baking, staying active, and I’m eager to help kids start their English learning journey!

Hi! My name is Simon, I’m 13 years old, and I was born and raised in Miami, Florida, in a Colombian family that has taught me to value my roots and embrace both English and Spanish. Being bilingual has inspired me to help children in South America learn English and discover new opportunities through language.

I’m a student at St. Agnes Middle School, a competitive padel player on the U.S. national team (USPA), and a passionate karting driver. I dream of becoming a professional racing driver or one day leading a Formula 1 team as its CEO. Beyond sports and racing, I love spending time with my family in Colombia and giving back to my community. Teaching English to children has been especially rewarding because it allows me to connect with others, share what I know, and make a meaningful difference in their lives.