The integration of children whose first language is not English into public school systems is an issue that many states must confront and is particularly critical in Texas. The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) has led the way in addressing the needs of learners and schools by developing an innovative program, Language Learners at the University of Texas at Austin's Center for Hispanic Achievement (LUCHA[TM]), under the leadership of Felipe Alanis. The following article chronicles the conception, implementation, and maintenance of the program.