3. Language is not taught as a
stand-alone subject. Rather,
it is acquired through
instruction in the content
areas.
Focus: students master
standard content while
becoming proficient in the
target language.
what is a language
immersion program?
4. Goals: All students will
• develop high levels of
proficiency in two languages
• demonstrate academic
performance at or above grade
level
• demonstrate positive cross-
cultural attitudes and
behaviors
what is a language
immersion program?
5. what the research says:
Learning in two languages is good for you.
A dual language environment fosters greater cultural sensitivity,
increases self esteem and opens doors.
Young kids are wired to learn language.
Dual language immersion programs help close the achievement
gap.
Dual language immersion programs benefit English language
learners and other historically low-performing groups.
Dual language programs benefit native English speakers.
6. As a result of dual language learning, the achievement gap can be closed not
only by English learners but also by other historically low-performing groups,
such as African-Americans and students of low socioeconomic status. --- Thomas
and Collier
It’s good for all kids!
7. what the data tells us:
3 years of results
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60
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10-11 - reading 10-11 - math 11-12 - reading 11-12 - math 12-13 - reading 12-13 - math
Splash
non-Splash
State
8. Students achieve better results in every school. Overall,
Splash students performed better than their non-dual
language immersion peers on all 2012-13 state-mandated
tests:
9. Students achieve better results in every school. Overall,
Splash students performed better than their non-dual language
immersion peers on all 2012-13 state-mandated tests:
10. Learning in two languages is fun and great for
the brain! Take advantage of the opportunity for
your child’s academic benefit!
