Mariposas Spanish is proud to be celebrating 23 years in the Austin community. Take a stroll through memory lane with us as we look back on some of our favorite moments since 1999.
“We have been so happy that she has been engaged in Spanish class and we appreciate all the work you guys are doing!”
Elizabeth, February 2022
A gesture of gratitude for the patience, kindness, and enthusiasm you continue to pour into your Spanish class. Since starting at Parkside, Carter has just blossomed, showing such excitement and greater communication than we’ve ever seen. It is your Spanish class, in particular, that he talks about, sings songs, and most recently has been asking to read Spanish books at bedtime. We really can’t thank you enough!
Allyson, March 2024
The teachers involved in Mariposas are so loving, easy to get along with and easy to communicate with. I always know our children are being well cared for!
Combs, August 2021
Our girls love Mariposas camps and classes! It's always a testimony to the fact that they are learning when they blurt out a new Spanish word in the correct context while playing or talking with us! We love that it's learning in the Montessori style as well interactively and that the camps include all types of subject matter including science and even cooking recipes!
CC, July 2021
Our girls absolutely love the content of what they learn and speak so fondly of the environment as well - the teachers, the friends they make, and the activities they participate in. I'm so happy with how safe they made our family feel throughout the summer as well.
Chelsea, June 2021, Summer Camp
I feel comfortable and confident that our children are learning and being well cared for while in the hands of the Mariposas teachers. We've enrolled with them on many occasions and have always been so happy with our decision. They make learning fun for our kids!
Anonymous, 2021
Darcy, April 2021
Laura, February 2021, Online Classes
My kids have been doing Mariposas for a few weeks now, and I am blown away by Laura’s skill at teaching and by how much they are learning and loving Spanish (finally!). I have been trying to teach them myself for years but they would dig in their heels and groan about it. This has been the exact change we needed. Having Laura coming to teach them makes it so fun for them. She is so engaging and kind. She is also so well-organized, with music and games and new vocabulary for them to learn each week. She has lots of energy and seems to know exactly how to make it challenging for their level without being overwhelming. We are so thankful to have found her and that the kids are finally getting the start in Spanish I have wanted them to have. They are excited to speak with me after just a few weeks and it is music to my ears!
Meg, October 2020, In person Pod
I am so happy with the lessons - my youngest hasn't been into virtual learning at all but she LOVES the Mariposas classes. Love love love! It's been a fun way to connect with her and keep up her Spanish. Plus, she loves seeing the kids too. My 1st grader joins too and it's a good way for her to review what she's been learning through her school. Thanks for switching over to a virtual option. We cannot wait to be able to meet you all in person one day.
Jennifer, May 2020, Virtual Classes
I just wanted to say thanks for making these [online] lessons available! Petra and I have watched them together. I am happy I can learn the songs along with her! It also provides some sense of routine to our week. Thanks again! Looking forward to the next lesson.
Veronica, April 2020, Online Lessons
May, April 2020, Online Lessons
've been meaning to thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the work that you do with my daughter and other children. I also want to thank you for keeping me updated, Aimee loves her Spanish class and sometimes says to me out of nowhere how she wants to continue with her Spanish classes!
Socorro, December 2019
My 2 sons (ages 5 and 8) did the Mariposa 2 week summer camp for the first time this year. They had both been exposed to Spanish but had no formal training (like couldn't say anything except "hola" and "muy bien"). They both had a lot of anxiety about going; they were worried it would be boring and school-like. I had the same fear, but I was OK with that if it helped them learn Spanish. Happily, the camp turned out to be totally fun and the boys loved it. AND, every day when I picked them up they were chatting happily with me using their new Spanish words and singing their new songs. I was blown away by how much Spanish was packed into those 2 weeks. The boys learned SO much, and they were not stressed about it at all. They enjoyed all the activities and didn't realize how much they were absorbing. I wish this camp went all summer! It was totally worth it and I can't wait for our next session with Mariposas!
Misha, June 2019
Thank you for the update about [our son’s] progress. We are definitely hearing more Spanish at home. Mason likes to greet me when I pick him up from school by jumping out from behind a curtain and declaring, “Mom! Estoy aqui!”
Tanya, February 2018
“Last week we traveled to Mexico City for Thanksgiving. Pierce not only asked how to say things in Spanish (i.e., bike, car). He would walk up to people and say ‘Me llamo, Pierce. Buenos Dias’. He also knew colors, red, green, yellow, and blue. He also knew dog, turtle, and, of course, butterfly in Spanish. Thank you for all your work with him and his class. It’s definitely showing.”
Emma, November 2017
Kendall, February 2016
Katy, November 2015
[Ethan] has heard Spanish in the home every single day of his life, but he’s never been willing to speak it (until recently). In the past, he would listen in Spanish but answer in English and only occasionally mix in some Spanish words. However, ever since he started Mariposas with you, we are suddenly hearing a lot more Spanish from him and we are thrilled!
Christine, November 2015
Erika, June 2015
I just wanted to thank you, thank you for making such a great impression on Toby, and really instilling in him a LOVE for Spanish. He is speaking a lot of Spanish at home, teaching us lots of vocabulary, and we are hoping to learn more together this summer! Thanks again – he had so much fun in your class.
Erin M., May 2015
Jonathan and I absolutely loved seeing Emi in class and were so impressed with how much she knew and how engaged she was with the class. We know, of course, how much she loves the class and especially loves you because she tell us that all the time! We couldn’t be happier that Emi is enjoying her Spanish class.
Lana H., April 2015
Ann G., August 2014
Sarah, June 2014
We are very happy that we have exposed Stella to Spanish in such a fun loving way. I’m sure she will have an excellent association with the language for the rest of her life and it will help her continue her future studies in it. Muchas Gracias!
Jamie & Henry L., April 2014
Thank you. Ty loves Spanish class! I hear more about it, then his football, soccer, or gymnastics. The only thing that comes close to his excitement for Spanish is riding the big blue bus on Wednesdays to Crenshaws. Those 2 things are all I ever hear about. Thanks again and see you soon.
Lauren, April 2014
As you can imagine, we are very proud of Ella’s accomplishments in Spanish class. She looks forward to her classes each week and seems to genuinely enjoy her time with you on Mondays and Wednesdays. Thank you for making Spanish “fun” for Ella.
Tawny S., February 2014
Amy, February 2014
