Language that Connects the World
As an IB senior, I’ve seen how languages open doors, helping us connect, celebrate who we are, and prepare for our futures. Today, more than 260 million people around the world speak Portuguese, yet the College Board still does not offer an AP course for it. The AP Portuguese Project was born from the belief that Lusophone students in the U.S. deserve the same opportunities as those studying other major languages. This project is not just about academics; it’s about identity, culture, and opening doors for future generations.
How Can You Support This Initiative?
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The College Board 45 Columbus Avenue New York, NY 10023 Dear Members of the College Board, My name is Shantal De Azevedo, and I am a student in the International Baccalaureate (IB) program at Downtown Doral Charter Upper School in Doral, Florida. Since I arrived in the United States in 2015, I have had the privilege of studying the Portuguese language as part of my academic journey, starting in the second grade. Over the years, I have seen firsthand how my school and other institutions have worked diligently to offer Portuguese classes, which reflects the growing demand for the language in the U.S. education system. However, despite these efforts, there is currently no option for students to certify their advanced proficiency in Portuguese through an AP exam.
Language is more than words, it is identity, culture, and opportunity. Together, we can make AP Portuguese a reality for future generations.
Shantal De Azevedo.
