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Dual Language
Dual Language
Additive Program (two languages)
Additive Program (two languages)
Instruction in both languages is maintained throughout the program
For students with Spanish as their native language
Even if students reach proficiency in English, they remain in the program
Currently available in grades K-1
ESL
ESL
English as a Second Language
English as a Second Language
Elementary instruction is in English
For students who do not speak English or Spanish in elementary school
For students whose native language is not English in secondary school
Available in grades PreK-12
Early Exit
Early Exit
Transitional Program
Transitional Program
Primary instruction is in Spanish and transitions to English gradually
For students with Spanish as their native language
Upon reaching proficiency in English, students move to general education
Currently available in grades 2-5
Dual Language One-Way
What is Dual Language?
What is Dual Language?
- Rigorous language instruction program
- Instruction in 2 languages
- Supported by the state for its good results
- Language development is primarily in the first language
- Skills such as comprehension, phonics, writing, and vocabulary learned in the first language are connected to the second language across content areas using multiple strategies.
As a result, students transfer what they have learned from one language to the other and vice versa, achieving bilingualism.
Program Deployment
Program Deployment
By the school year 2027-2028, all students from kindergarten to 5th grade will be participating in the dual language program, which promotes bilingualism, biliteracy, and cultural understanding, while the early exit program will no longer be in use.
Language Allocation
Language Allocation
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the teachers speak in English or Spanish?
Teachers will strategically use both languages during daily instruction.
When do children in dual language programs become fluent in a second language?
Research indicates that basic interpersonal communication skills in a second language are generally acquired within 3 to 5 years. Mastery of the academic language used in a school setting is typically achieved between 5 and 7 years. A long-term commitment to the program is required to reap the full benefits of the program.
Will my child learn the same subjects as students in other classes?
Yes, students will continue to receive instruction in the same subjects: language arts, math, science, and social studies. The only difference is that children in this program will learn some subjects in English and others in Spanish to connect learning in both languages.
Will learning a second language affect my child's overall success in school? Will he or she fall behind?
It won't affect your success or leave you behind. Learning a second language provides unique benefits that support academic success. Studies show that dual language learners display greater academic, cognitive, and social skills.
Bilingual students are also able to communicate and interact with more people around the world, giving them additional skills and confidence to function in a global society.
What are the program's expectations for parents?
Support from families and parents is key to the success of students enrolled in the dual language immersion program. Throughout their enrollment, parents will be asked to:
Attend informational and program update meetings.
Commit to participating in the program for at least five years.
Understand, support, and advocate for biliteracy.
Model an appreciation for bilingualism, biliteracy, and multiculturalism.
How will this type of instruction affect my child during state testing requirements?
Students in a dual-language program model may choose to take state assessments in the language in which they are best able to perform. School administrators will work with each student to determine the best option for them.
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