American Middle Schooler Wins Spanish Award, Impressing Au Pair

In a heartwarming story from the United States, a young girl has won an award for being the best Spanish student in her middle school. The girl, who is a Californian with parents from Hawaii, has amazed her Spanish au pair, Mariona Falomi Silla, with her progress in learning the language. When Mariona first arrived, the girl could barely speak Spanish, but now she is fluent. Mariona says, "I'm so proud of her. She's the smartest girl I've ever met." The story highlights the importance of language learning and the recognition of student achievements in the US. The school's celebration of the girl's success is a testament to the value placed on education and cultural appreciation.