Dual Language Program
Two-Way Dual Language
Dual language programs are educational programs designed to teach students in two languages, usually English and another language. Two-way dual-language programs are a specific type of dual-language program that aims to serve both native English speakers and native speakers of the other language. In a two-way dual language program, the two groups of students learn together, with instruction provided in both languages. This approach helps students develop proficiency in both languages and promotes cross-cultural understanding. Dual language programs and two-way dual language programs are different from traditional language immersion programs, which focus on teaching students a second language but do not necessarily provide instruction in the students' primary language.
Available Two-Way Dual Language Programs:
Lewis & Clark Elementary
Lewis and Clark Elementary offers K-5 two-way dual-language instruction in English and Spanish at a neighborhood school. Students in the Wenatchee School District and outside of the area can “choice” enroll in LC for access to dual language instruction.
- Bilingualism and biliteracy
- High academic achievement
- Sociocultural competence
Balance of multilingual/English learners and English speakers
- English
- Spanish
Bilingual students generally demonstrate great academic gains. Research shows that students in language immersion programs can develop strong proficiency in both languages and that students receive a variety of cognitive benefits, such as greater creative thinking, mental flexibility and the ability to think abstractly.
Students have the opportunity to achieve true bilingualism andbiliteracy in Spanish and English. Students learn languages more easily at an early age. Immersing and instructing students in the second language provides an effective vehicle for students to learn to speak, read and write proficiently in both languages by sixth grade.
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