Dual Immersion

Our mission is to provide students with an inclusive learning experience that fosters bilingualism, biliteracy, and cross-cultural understanding. We strive to empower students to become proficient communicators in both Spanish and English, equipping them with the skills necessary to excel academically and thrive in an interconnected world

1. Develop high levels of language proficiency and literacy in both languages.
2. Demonstrate high levels of academic achievement in all content areas.
3. Develop and appreciation for and an understanding of diverse cultures.

These ratios represent percentage of time spent in each language.

Grade Level	Time spent (Spanish: English)
Early Childhood	90:10
TK-K	90:10
1st	80:20
2nd	70:30
3rd	60:40
4th-8th	50:50

 

Bilingualism and Biliteracy

• Opportunity for students to become bilingual and biliterate
• Developing proficiency in two languages will open future opportunities in academia, careers, and personal life.

Cognitive Benefits

Research has shown that bilingualism can have positive effects on cognitive abilities such as:

• Enhanced problem-solving skills
• Improved memory
• Greater cognitive flexibility

Academic Achievement

The bilingual education model helps develop strong literacy skills in both languages and often leads to high levels of academic achievement in the upper grades.

Expanded College and Career Opportunities

• In today's globalized society, being bilingual is a vasuable asset.
• Proficiency in Spanish opens up a wide array of opportunities in careers such as business, healthcare, education, government and international relations.
• With the growing number of Spanish speakers worldwide, the demand for bilingual professionals continues to grow.
• Pathway and State Seal of Biliteracy

• All entering Kindergarten students are eligible for the program. 
• 1ST Grade applications may be submitted. However, 1st Grade space limited and students from the previous year will take priority. 
• English Only/English Dominant students will only be placed in 1st grade up until the end of December. 
• At grades 2nd-6th, applications from English Dominant students are no longer considered. However, Newcomer students whose primary language is Spanish may still enroll. 

1. Parents will complete an online or hard copy version of the application. Spaces are limited and students will be placed on a waiting list if there is no room available at the selected site.
2. If the student is currently enrolled in a Dual Immersion school, parents 
   will just notify the school that they want their child in the program.
3. Parents whose school of residence is not a DLI site will need to complete 
   the transfer permit paperwork. 
4. Please click here for the online DLI Application
5. If you have already enrolled, are interested or require more information about the Dual Immersion program, please call (310) 639 4321 Ex. 55237 

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A. In a dual immersion program, students spend a significant portion of their instructional time learning subjects in both languages (English & Spanish). The goal is to develop proficiency in both languages.

 

A. The 90:10 Dual Immersion model refers to a specific approach in dual immersion education, where students receive 80-90% of their instruction in the target language (Spanish) during the early grades, typically kindergarten and first grade. Over time, the proportion of instruction gradually shifts to a 50:50 balance between the two languages.

 

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• DLI allows English speakers to develop fluency in a second language early on and provides them with authentic access to another culture.
• Teachers use various instructional strategies, including visual aids, gestures and scaffolding techniques, to help students understand and communicate effectively in the target language.

 

A. Dual Immersion programs are designed to accommodate students who may not have prior knowledge of the target language.

A. Research suggests that upper grade dual immersion students perform on par with or above their peers in traditional educational programs. The benefits of bilingualism and enhanced cognitive skills acquired through the dual immersion program can positively contribute to students’ overall academic performance.