"As a doctoral student in bilingual education, we often talk and theorize in the university about what an ideal learning environment should be. One that is culturally sustaining, values the whole child, sees parents and families as an asset, allows students to explore STEAM, arts, music, and physical activity, and also is tied to a larger global context are all essential to me for a transformative school. I've seen many, many school settings through 15 years as a teacher and international volunteer, and no other school comes closer to the paradigm of an ideal education than La Puerta Abierta."