WACO, Texas (KXXV) — Waco ISD students win first place at National Educators Rising Competition with Spanish video showcasing bilingual education programs.

Two Waco ISD students, Saul Torres (Waco High junior) and Jessica Lara (University High junior), won first place at the National Educators Rising Competition

The students created a Spanish-language video showcasing what goes on in a Waco ISD school.

Both students are part of Waco ISD's Future Educators Academy, a program that provides mentorship and hands-on experience in education

Torres and Lara plan to return to teach at Waco ISD after graduation, helping address the district's need for more bilingual teachers

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