How it works
Each of the dual-language classrooms is comprised of approximately half Spanish-speaking and half English-speaking students. For the first year, approximately 90 percent of the curriculum (reading, writing, math, science, social studies) is taught in Spanish and 10% in English. In the grades following kindergarten, students follow an A/B rotation each day. On A Day the students receive all core academic instruction in Spanish and on B Day the students receive all core academic instruction in English. This results in approximately a 50/50 split of English and Spanish instruction. In the grades following kindergarten, students follow an A/B rotation each day.
Grade |
Spanish |
English |
Kindergarten |
90% |
10% |
1st Grade |
50% |
50% |
2nd Grade |
50% |
50% |
3rd Grade |
50% |
50% |
4th Grade |
50% |
50% |
5th Grade |
50% |
50% |
Benefits
- Research shows that students in dual language programs develop strong academic skills in addition to becoming proficient in both languages.
- Bilingual students have the opportunity to develop a deeper level of proficiency in both English and Spanish.
- Acquiring a second language enhances cognitive development and problem-solving skills.
- Bilingual students gain a competitive edge in the workforce and an appreciation of other cultures.