The document summarizes the dual-language program at Bruce-Monroe Elementary School @ Park View in Washington, DC. It was established in 2003 in response to the changing demographic of the school population. The program serves students from pre-K to 5th grade, splitting them into dual-language and English-only groups. Dual-language students spend half their day learning in English and the other half in Spanish. Research shows benefits like higher test scores after 3 years and learning a second language at an early age. The school involves parents through meetings, workshops and volunteering opportunities.

1. The Dual-Language Program at Bruce-Monroe Elementary School @ Park View Bruce-Monroe Elementary School at Park View 3560 Warder, NW Washington, DC 20010

2. Welcome and Bienvenidos! Dr. Palacios Principal Bruce Monroe Elementary @ Park View

3. History of the Dual Language Program Established SY 2003-2004 in response to changing demographic of school population. Dual-Language model chosen to provide same benefits to both language groups: the opportunity to learn a second language. Began with Pre-K in 2003 and added a grade each year. Currently being implemented in Headstart thru Grade 4. Next year we will serve Pre-K to 5 th grade.

4. Dual Language Program Students are split into two groups of dual language students and one English-only strand.

5. The Dual Language students spend half of their day learning in one classroom in English…

6. … and the other half of their day learning in Spanish.

7. Who Teaches What? Students receive reading and social studies/science instruction from one teacher in English or Spanish and mathematics and writing instruction from the other teacher in the other language. The teachers switch instructional subjects every 5-6 weeks.

8. How long are class periods? About 2 hours and 15 minutes/ teacher Math: about 1 hour Writing: about 1 hour Reading: about 1.5-2 hours Science/Social Studies: ~30-45 min Specials: 45-50 minutes daily for Art, Science, Library, Physical Education, or Music

9. Benefits of Dual Language Research shows that students will: score higher on standardized tests after at least 3 years in the program. come from diverse backgrounds learning to appreciate a culture different from their own. learn a second language at an early age achieving native-like fluency. acquire gains in higher order thinking skills. have the advantage of being fully prepared for the global community and workforce.

10. Parent and Community Involvement Weekly parent meetings Appreciation for both English and Spanish speakers Parent workshops Literacy nights Classroom visits and support Second language classes Provision of childcare Example Partnerships with Community Organizations STEP Washington Ballet Telling Stories Project

11. Writer’s Workshop Social Studies

12. Dual Language Staff

13. Dual Language Classrooms

14. Leveled Classroom Libraries

15. Around the School: The Auditorium and the Science Room

16. Around the School: Student Work and the Gymnasium

17. School Library

18. Questions? ? ¿Preguntas? Contact us!

19. Thank you from Bruce Monroe @ Park View! ¡Gracias de Bruce Monroe @ Park View!