We went to the same school during first and second grade, and became the best of friends.

NPR: From Pho to Fast Food, an Immigrant's Tale

Three weeks ago, Ursetta's dream became a reality, as Mathematics and Science Leadership Academy opened its doors to 142 kindergartners and first- and second-grade students in Denver's mostly low-income, largely Hispanic Athmar Park neighborhood.

CNN: Teacher turns 'crazy idea' into new school

To rectify the problem, he's decreed that English be taught in all schools beginning in first grade and computer education in second.

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