• Dual Language Immersion Program logo: Biliterate, Bilingual, Bicultural

    Preparing Biliterate Students for Life 

     

    The Dual Language Immersion Program is a rigorous program where standards-based academic content and literacy are taught in both Spanish and English. This program adheres to high expectations and state standards. 

     

    Program Goals - To develop 

    • Bilingual, biliterate and bicultural students 
    • High levels of academic achievement 
    • An appreciation and understanding of diverse cultures. 

     

    Research Findings 

    Students who acquire advanced levels of proficiency in second languages often experience certain cognitive and linguistic advantages when compared to monolingual students. (Cummins,1981;Lambert, Genesee, Halolbow & Chatrand 1993) 

    Students who are exposed to a second language at an early age have a better chance to learn and be more successful in the acquisition of a second language (Cognitive Neuroscientist Laura Ann Petitto, 2004) 

    There is increasing evidence that phonological awareness transfers across languages. (e.g. Durgunoglu & Verhoeven, 1998; Geva, 2000) 

     

    Instructional Program Design 

    • 50/50 model - students will receive 50% of their instruction in Spanish and 50% in English (35% in Middle school) 
    • English-dominant and Spanish-dominant students are integrated for instruction throughout the day 
    • Skills are taught in one language and reinforced in the other language through thematic teaching and cross-linguistic development 

     

    Cognitive Benefits 

    Increases: 

    • Intellectual growth 
    • Creativity in thinking and listening 
    • Higher order reasoning skills 

     

    Socio-Cultural Benefits 

    Strengthens: 

    • Effective communication in both English and Spanish 
    • Literacy in both languages 
    • Appreciation for cultural diversity 
    • Pride in own culture 
    • Skills necessary in a global economy 
    • College and career readiness 

     

    APPLY HERE 

    Dual Language Immersion Application / Solicitud para el Programa de Inmersión Dual 

    Logo for dual language immersion program: biliterate, bilingual, bicultural

    Flowchart for applying for a dual language program
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