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The Power of Language Immersion: Inside NAWL with Principal Lydia Fergison.

Crafty Polyglot Podcast ft. Principal Lydia Fergison. Welcome to another episode of The Crafty Polyglot Podcast, hosted by Dr. Felicia Eybl, board member of the Horse Education Group. Today, we are honored to welcome Lydia Ferguson, Principal of the North Academy of World Languages (NAWL) and a respected leader in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS). In this inspiring conversation, Ms. Fergison shares her 24-year journey in education—from unexpectedly discovering her passion for Spanish, to studying abroad in Madrid, to becoming a visionary leader in language immersion education. She discusses: 1/ The unique traits and global mindset language learners develop. 2/ The increased empathy, resilience, and curiosity seen in immersion students. 3/ The strong relationships teachers build with students from kindergarten through eighth grade. 4/ The role of her daughter’s own immersion experience in shaping her leadership. 5/ How NAWL teachers plan rigorous, authentic instruction across multiple languages. 6/ The challenges and triumphs of sourcing culturally relevant global materials. 7/ How families can support their children at home during the immersion journey. 8/ NAWL’s commitment to cultural events, global programs, and future international travel opportunities. This episode is a powerful look into what makes NAWL exceptional—and how language immersion transforms students into confident, culturally aware global citizens. Thank you, Principal Ferguson, for sharing your passion, your leadership, and your heart with the Crafty Polyglot community. The Horse Education Group Team.