WSD Vietnamese Dual Language Immersion Program

At A Glance

Our WSD Vietnamese Dual Language Immersion Program integrates native English speaking, Vietnamese speaking, and English language learning students in the same classroom from K-8th grades. Academic instruction is provided through two languages, typically with two teachers. We adhere to a 50:50 instruction model, where students will spend 50% of their day learning content in English and 50% of their day learning content in Vietnamese. Aside from language arts taught in both languages, math, science, social studies, visual and performing arts also alternate so students receive instruction in English and Vietnamese.

The goals and research-based benefits of dual language immersion are bilingualism, biliteracy, cultural proficiency, global citizenship, and academic achievement in all subject areas. Additionally, the state's Pathway to Biliteracy Award is attainable in third, fifth, and eighth grade, with the ultimate goal of the student graduating with the California Department of Education formally recognized Seal of Biliteracy on their high school diploma.