In the SISD Dual Language Academy, students will become bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish through rigorous instruction and multicultural experiences. Academies will provide dual language students with the resources necessary to be academically, socially and linguistically successful in both English and Spanish to become globally competitive citizens.
Students will:
Develop high levels of language proficiency and literacy in both languages.
Demonstrate high levels of academic achievement.
Develop an appreciation and understanding of diverse cultures.
Why is dual language beneficial for both Spanish and English speakers?
Students maintain their first language while acquiring a second language.
Rigorous instruction is provided in both languages.
Students will become biliterate upon completion of the program.
Students will be more marketable in global society.
Why should my child be in a dual language program?
Provide students with the opportunity to communicate and interact with more people around the world.
Give students the skills and knowledge to function in a global society.
Raise students’ confidence and self-esteem.
Close learning gaps.
Dual Language Program Models
Pre-K: One-Way (90/10)
Kinder - 5th: Two-Way (50/50)
Campuses
Bill Sybert School
Myrtle Cooper Elementary School
Dr. Sue A. Shook Elementary School
Hueco Elementary School
Grade Levels
Pre-k, Kinder and 1st Grade (4 Campuses)
2nd Grade (Current students enrolled at the 4 campuses)
3rd Grade - 5th Grade (Current students enrolled at Myrtle Cooper and Dr. Sue A. Shook)
Contact us for more information at 915 - 937 - 0125.
