SCHOOL SITE VISITS
The following programs will be available during school site visits. Shuttle service will be provided.
1 - ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Two-Way Bilingual/Dual Immersion Programs:
Dual Language Immersion (Two-Way Immersion) is language learning and academic instruction for native speakers of English and native speakers of another language. Instruction is provided in two languages – usually the primary language of each student group (such as Spanish and English
Program Goals:
- Build strong bilingualism and biliteracy in both languages
- Foster academic success while developing cultural competence
- Develop multilingualism and global identity
- Value the linguistic and cultural diversity of families and communities
- Ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students
Languages:
1A) Mandarin
1B) Cantonese
1C) Spanish
2 - MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Dual Immersion Pathway
Middle School Dual Immersion Programs support both English learners in the target language and native English speakers who have participated in an elementary dual immersion program. These programs continue to build academic language proficiency in both languages, preparing students for advanced language study in high school and beyond.
Program Goals:
- Develop strong English language skills
- Build bilingual and biliterate proficiency
- Meet academic standards for grade promotion and graduation
Languages:
2A) Korean
2B) Chinese
1C) Spanish
3 - HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Dual Immersion Pathway
Several SFUSD high schools – San Francisco International, Galileo, Abraham Lincoln, Thurgood Marshall, and Mission—provide recently arrived immigrant English learners with Designated ELD and sheltered content courses along with orientation. The curriculum includes transition support and addresses academic gaps due to differences in national schooling systems or gaps in prior schooling. Newcomer students receive two periods of English Language Arts (ELA)/Designated ELD and remaining content classes through Sheltered English utilizing SDAIE and Integrated ELD with primary language support when available. Students identified as having limited or interrupted formal education in their home countries (SLIFE) may receive a supplemental intervention literacy course. Additionally, until reclassified, all English learner students at every high school receive Designated ELD instruction. All school sites offer a variety of courses that address the English language development of students and that best fit into their school course portfolios.
Languages:
3A) Newcomer Program
3B) Mandarin & Spanish