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Board okays contract with Lanterns Global for after‑school Spanish program; scholarships included
Summary
After a request for proposals, the board approved a contract with Lanterns Global to deliver an opt‑in after‑school Spanish program at elementary sites, including a scholarship commitment for low‑income families.
Following a request for proposals to replace the district’s elementary Spanish program, trustees voted to award an after‑school, fee‑based Spanish contract to Lanterns Global, a Carpinteria‑based provider.
District staff said two proposals were received and an evaluation committee that included site principals, the current elementary Spanish teacher and a parent recommended Lanterns Global. Staff said the provider offers an experiential curriculum that uses music, literature, art and garden‑based activities and proposed both an enrichment program for grades 3–5 and a semester‑equivalent Spanish 1a offering for sixth graders. The committee recommended a rotating schedule so programs run at elementary campuses in alternating weeks to match site needs.
Lanterns Global committed to provide a small number of scholarships (two full or four half scholarships per cycle) for families unable to pay the fee; staff said program cost estimates will be finalized when minute details (class length and final schedules) are confirmed.
The board approved the agreement; staff will complete contract paperwork and publish registration details to families.
