The Clarkstown School District launched a dual-language kindergarten program in the 2025-2026 school year at Strawtown Elementary School. For the 2026-2027 school year, our dual-language kindergarten class will be located at Little Tor Elementary School. The program follows 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.
Dual Language Information Session Sign Up
Upcoming sessions:
March 9, 2026 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm in-person at Little Tor Elementary School
March 18, 2026 from 1:00 - 2:00 pm via Zoom
Applications are due TBD (Coming Soon!)