Mount Vernon Schools Dual Language Program

Promote bilingualism and biliteracy

Help students achieve grade level academic performance in Spanish and English

For all students to learn how to read, write, listen and speak in Spanish and English

Integrate native English speakers and English language learners for academic instruction.

Foster and promote cultural diversity and respect among all students

Academic instruction is presented in Spanish and English

A minimum of 50% to a maximum 90% of daily instruction in Spanish

Students learn to read and write in Spanish first.

Spanish speakers maintain their first language while learning a second language

This program presents minimal risk to English speakers' dominant language

Students receive instruction in Spanish with second language approaches to ensure academic success.

Teachers use the language of instruction; separation of the two languages is a key component

Equitable access to students screening only for language dominance

All programs, curricular, and instructional discussion are based on current research.

School-wide bilingual environments with full support of school administrators, teachers and parents

Rigorous core academic curriculum aligned to Washington State Learning Standards