The Clarkstown School District plans to launch a dual-language program in the 2025-2026 school year in one classroom at Strawtown Elementary School. The program will follow a 50/50 English-Spanish instructional model, starting in kindergarten, to promote biliteracy for all students.
The Dual Language Program is available to all families of incoming kindergarten students. Students enrolled in the Dual Language Program will receive the District’s complete grade level curriculum through the child’s home language and the second language.
Instruction will be taught 50% in English and 50% in Spanish. Creating an environment of cooperative learning opportunities in English and Spanish. Building shared culture among children and their families. The composition of the class will be native English speakers and native Spanish speakers.
Dual-language programs promote bilingualism, biliteracy, academic achievement, and cross-cultural competencies, preparing students for success in a globalized world.
Upcoming sessions:
Tuesday, March 4, 2025 - 6:00 p.m Location - In person at Strawtown Elementary.
Tuesday, March 11, 2025 - 10:00 a.m. Location Via Zoom
Applications are due by April 30th
For more information or questions about the program, please email lhatfield@ccsd.edu