What is Dual Immersion?
Dual language immersion is a program where students spend half of their elementary school day learning in English and the other half of their day learning in Chinese, French, Portuguese, or Spanish. All subjects are taught between the two languages (English and a second language). The program continues into junior high and high school with advanced language courses and opportunities. The goal is to maximize a student’s second language proficiency and develop their abilities to work successfully in multicultural settings. Please watch this video for more information.
How does my student get in the program?
Because space is limited, enrollment is done using a lottery system. To be considered, you must complete the lottery application by 6 pm on January 31, 2025. Students may apply for the lottery at multiple schools by completing an application for each school that they are interested in attending.
Additional Information
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The lottery application closes on January 31, 2025 at 6:00 pm. Applications must be submitted during this window.
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A parent meeting will be held at Orchard Elementary on January 23, 2025 at 5:00 p.m
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Wait for notification from the school to know if your child was accepted. Notifications will be sent out mid-February.
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If your child is accepted, your enrollment is not final until you have turned in the Parent Commitment Form. You will be given a Parent Commitment Form from the school when your child is accepted. The commitment form must be turned in by the deadline. If your child is not a current student at Orchard Elementary, you will need to fill out enrollment forms online.
If, after reading the information online, you have any questions email [email protected] or contact our office.
