The Dual Language Immersion program will be offered at Double Creek Elementary , Jarrell Elementary, Igo Elementary, and Berry Creek Elementary in PreK-5th grade. 

Applications are now OPEN for the 2026-2027 School Year!

Applications close May 27, 2026

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The goal of our program is to provide an educational environment and instruction that support all students in becoming bilingual, biliterate, and multicultural. Students in the Dual Language program will develop strong communication and literacy skills in both Spanish and English while increasing academic achievement across all content areas. Through this experience, students also build an appreciation for diverse cultures and foster positive relationships among peers, families, and the community. 

In a 50/50 Dual Language Immersion (DLI) model, instruction is delivered equally in the target language and English, with each language used for 50% of the daily instructional time. The two-way immersion model brings together Emergent Bilingual students and English-proficient students, fostering bilingualism, biliteracy, and cross-cultural competence for all learners.

1. Enter and commit to the Dual Language program in Prekindergarten or Kindergarten.

2. Develop bilingualism and biliteracy from Prek-5, including the opportunity to earn Spanish 1 high school credit.

3. Demonstrate Dual Language mastery in middle and high school, with opportunities to earn college credit through Advanced Placement courses. 

4. Graduate with a high school diploma and earn the Texas Seal of Biliteracy. 

The Two-Way Dual Language Immersion program is open to all students of diverse backgrounds and abilities. Applications are available annually for students entering Prekindergarten or Kindergarten for the upcoming school year.

The program is designed to build strong cohorts of students who begin together and commit to the program through fifth grade. Classrooms are intentionally balanced, with a goal of maintaining an equal number of native Spanish-speaking students (those who qualify for bilingual services) and native English-speaking students. This balance supports language development, peer modeling, and academic success in both languages.

Enrollment in the Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Program is open annually for students entering Prekindergarten and Kindergarten. 

Application Timeline

• Application window opens: April 1st

• Application deadline: May 27th

• Parent Notification: July 30th

Application Steps

1. Complete the Two-Way Dual Language Program Application 2026-2027

2. Submit the application by the posted deadline.

3. Ensure your child is registered at their zoned campus.

4. Wait for placement notification from the district.

Enrollment & Placement

• Placement is based on program design, student population balance, and available space.

• The program aims to maintain a balanced cohort of Spanish-speaking and English-speaking students.

• If applications exceed available spots, a lottery system may be used.

Program Commitment

The Dual Language program is a long-term commitment designed to support strong outcomes in bilingualism and biliteracy. Families are encouraged to commit to the program from entry (PreK or Kindergarten) through fifth grade to ensure student success.

• Ensure Emergent Bilingual (EB) students attain full proficiency in English in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, in alignment with the Texas Education Agency and Chapter 89 requirements.

• Promote academic achievement by providing equitable access to grade-level content through linguistically accommodated instruction aligned to the TEKS and ELPS.

• Develop and sustain high-quality instruction by equipping educators with research-based strategies and ongoing professional learning to effectively support EB students.

• Implement consistent systems for progress monitoring, including the use of formative and summative data, to inform instruction and accelerate student growth.

• Foster inclusive, student-centered learning environments that address the linguistic, cognitive, and affective needs of EB students while valuing their cultural and linguistic assets.

Students are eligible for the English as a Second Language (ESL) program based on state guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency and Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 89.

• Students are identified through a Home Language Survey indicating a language other than English.

• Eligible students are assessed for English proficiency using a state-approved language assessment.

• Students who demonstrate limited English proficiency are classified as Emergent Bilingual (EB) and qualify for ESL services.

• Final placement in the ESL program is determined by the Language Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC).

• Parent/guardian approval is required prior to a student’s participation in the ESL program.

The ESL program is designed to ensure that all identified Emergent Bilingual students receive the linguistic and academic support necessary to succeed in English and meet grade-level expectations.

Elementary ESL (Prek-5th grade)

The English as a Second Language (ESL) program for students in prekindergarten through 5th grade utilizes a push-in model of English-only instruction designed to meet each student’s individual language proficiency level. Students are served in classrooms led by ESL-certified teachers who provide targeted linguistic and academic supports to promote the development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in English.

Secondary ESL (6th -12th grade)

The English as a Second Language (ESL) program at the secondary level is offered through a designated English Language Development (ELD) course, similar to an elective class period. This course provides students with targeted instruction to develop English language proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing while supporting success in academic content areas.