What makes a dual language program thrive? Discover 10 lessons from San Antonio’s Mark Twain Dual Language Academy, a successful PreK–8 program featured in Lenguaje Dual Language: A Model School for Bilingual Education. In this interactive panel, the book’s editors and Twain’s principal share practical insights on strengthening biliteracy instruction, protecting both languages, fostering collaboration, building a bilingual school culture, and engaging families. Through real stories, multiple perspectives, and audience discussion, participants will explore what it takes to build and sustain successful dual language programs and leave with actionable strategies they can adapt to their own schools.