DUAL LANGUAGE PROGRAM PROGRAMA DE LENGUAJE DUAL SCHOOL YEAR 2017-2018

HFES DUAL LANGUAGE TIMELINE 2012-2015 Community meetings with Zone Superintendent 2015-2016 Research Phase 2016-2017 Planning Year Dual Language Conference School Visits Budget Dual Language Curriculum Development Parent Committee Advisory

Cronograma del programa de lenguaje dual de hfes 2012-2015 Reuniones con el Superintendente de la Zona. 2015-2016 Fase de Investigación 2016-2017 Año de Planeación Asistencia a Conferencias de Lenguaje Dual Visitas a Escuelas Presupuesto Desarrollo del Curriculum de Lenguaje Dual Comité de Consejo de Padres de Familia

Why dual language? https://youtu.be/MMmOLN5zBLY

Por que lenguaje dual? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VSvN1HsCBCg

WHY DUAL LANGUAGE? What does research tell us? English Learners, White Native English Speakers and African American students in DL classrooms score significantly higher on state tests as well as norm-referenced tests than in the English mainstream classroom. Student Engagement with instruction is higher in DL programs. Learning in two languages develops inactivated brain areas and increases creativity and problem-solving skills. Enriches and enhances a child’s cognitive development.     Copyright 1996-2012, V.P. Collier & W.P. Thomas English Learners in DL classrooms score significantly higher on state tests as well as norm-referenced tests than in ESL-only programs. White native English Speakers and African American Native English speakers in DL score higher on state tests as well as norm referenced tests than White native English speakers in the English mainstream classroom. Student Engagement with instruction is higher in DL programs. Learning in two languages develops inactivated brain areas and increases creativity and problem-solving skills. Non-Negotiable Components of Dual Language Education: at least 50% of the instructional time must be taught in the Target Language, separation of the two languages for instruction and K-12 commitment.

Por que aprender otro idioma? Que dicen los estudios? Los estudiantes que están aprendiendo Ingles como Segundo idioma, los estudiantes de raza blanca que hablan ingles y los estudiantes Afroamericanos en clases de LD tuvieron mejores resultados en los exámenes estatales y evaluaciones informales que los estudiantes en clases regulares. La participación de los estudiantes es mas elevada en los programas de LD. Aprender en dos idiomas desarrolla áreas del cerebro que están inactivas e incrementa la creatividad y las habilidades para resolver problemas. Enriquece y mejora el desarrollo cognitivo de los niños.     Copyright 1996-2012, V.P. Collier & W.P. Thomas English Learners in DL classrooms score significantly higher on state tests as well as norm-referenced tests than in ESL-only programs. White native English Speakers and African American Native English speakers in DL score higher on state tests as well as norm referenced tests than White native English speakers in the English mainstream classroom. Student Engagement with instruction is higher in DL programs. Learning in two languages develops inactivated brain areas and increases creativity and problem-solving skills. Non-Negotiable Components of Dual Language Education: at least 50% of the instructional time must be taught in the Target Language, separation of the two languages for instruction and K-12 commitment.

ADVANTAGES OF DEVELOPING TWO LANGUAGES DURING THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL YEARS Has a positive effect on intellectual growth. Enriches and enhances a child’s cognitive development. Leaves students with more flexibility in thinking, greater sensitivity to language, and better ear for listening. Ability to communicate Opens the door to other cultures and helps the child understand and appreciate people from other backgrounds. Gives the child a head start in language requirements for college/life. Increases job opportunities and competiveness. Copyright 1996-2012, V.P. Collier & W.P. Thomas.

Ventajas de desarrollar el manejo de dos idiomas durante los años de primaria Tiene un efecto positivo en el desarrollo intelectual. Enriquece y mejora el desarrollo cognitivo de los niños. Los estudiantes tienen mas flexibilidad en el pensamiento, mayor sensibilidad al lenguaje y mejor oído para escuchar. Habilidad para comunicarse. Abre la puerta a otras culturas y ayuda a los niños a entender y apreciar a las personas de otro ambiente y cultura. Le da al niño una ventaja al aprender un idioma antes de empezar su vida universitaria. Incrementa las oportunidades de trabajo y competitividad. Copyright 1996-2012, V.P. Collier & W.P. Thomas.

Why SPANISH? Third most spoken language in the world. Over 350 million speakers in the world. In the United States alone there are over 50 million people who speak Spanish as their native or second language. About 515 students’ first language at HFES is Spanish.

Por que español? Es el tercer idioma mas hablado en el mundo. Hay mas de 350 millones de personas que lo hablan en el mundo. Solo en los Estados Unidos hay 50 millones de personas que hablan español como su primer o segundo idioma. Aproximadamente 515 estudiantes en HFES hablan español como su primer idioma.

We have a vision! a bilingual global vision! To prepare bilingual, biliterate IB lifelong learners to reach their full potential.

TENEMOS UNA VISION! UNA VISION GLOBAL bilingüe! Preparar aprendices de por vida que sean bilingües y bialfabetas para desarrollar todo su potencial.

Huntingtowne farms vision Two Kindergarten Classes – 90/10 Model 90% Spanish 10% English Most Research done in Kindergarten 90/10 Dual Language Programs. 24 students in each Kindergarten class. DL classes will reflect our school population 60%-40%. Increase DL classes every year.

La vision de Huntingtowne farms Dos clases/grupos de Kindergarten – Modelo 90/10 90% Español 10% Ingles Amplias investigaciones realizadas en Programas de Lenguaje Dual en Kindergarten con el modelo 90/10. 24 estudiantes en cada clase de Kindergarten. Las clases de LD reflejaran la población de nuestra escuela 60%-40%. Incrementaremos clases de LD cada año.

Contact: Griselda Perez griselda1.perez@cms.k12.nc.us THANK YOU!!!! GRACIAS QUESTIONS???? PREGUNTAS?? Contact: Griselda Perez griselda1.perez@cms.k12.nc.us