The Anatomy of Systemic Support for Immersion Programs

Independent and Interdependent State School District

The Six Administrative Virtues of an Immersion Principal

Become Well-versed in the Non-negotiables Know what to look for Regularly acknowledge their evidence Give specific praise related to the non- negotiables

Hire Well Look for Evidence of Exceptional Teaching Skills and Native-like Target Language Select Compatible/Complimentary Partners

Compatible and Complimentary Compatible TraitsComplimentary Traits Work EthicsCurricular Strengths Collaborative DispositionManagement Style Flexibility Diversity in Background, Talents and Skills

Allocate and Fund Teaming Time Every week (before, during or after school) Allocate 1-2 days before school Allocate 1 day prior to the first conference

Protect the Target Language Instructional Time Math in Spanish Spanish Literacy Content Areas in Spanish Reinforcement in English English L.A. Spanish / English Dual Immersion Instructional Time: Grades 1-3

Math and Content Areas in Spanish Spanish Literacy Math and Content Areas in English English L.A. Spanish / English Dual Immersion Instructional Time: Grade 4-6 Protect the Target Language Instructional Time

Facilitate Regular Parent Meetings Back-to-School or Before School 2-3 Weeks Before 1 st Conference Spring – Get Feedback and Set Goals

Be an Enthusiastic Advocate

District Leadership and Support for Dual Immersion

Dual Immersion Steering Committee -Principals -Dual teacher specialist -World language specialist -Math/Science/Social Studies specialist -Elementary director(s) -Jr. High director -Equity -Parent/University rep.

Dual Immersion Steering Committee Meets monthly following another principals meeting Share information, materials, PD, application process, recruiting and hiring… Get input from various stakeholders and keep everyone informed.

Instructional Support Development of curriculum maps Ordering of all state and district adopted materials Classroom observation and coaching Target language support Keep everyone on track with “Non- Negotiables”

Assessment Coordination of math benchmark assessments Coordinate end of year assessment. Collect data on student academic and language achievement

Application Process Handled by district for all schools Clear, concise process for application and lottery

Recruiting, Hiring and Retention Constant recruiting for new teachers Interviewing done by committee at district with principal making final decision. Training and support for new teachers each year.

Informational Parent Meetings for Potential Applicants District prepares power point and materials for evening meetings at schools. Present meeting with principals

Communication and Public Relations Keep updated website on dual immersion Publish information in district and local newsletter Present about dual immersion to various groups and stakeholders Keep all district leaders informed Keep superintendent and board members informed of program

Informational Parent Meetings for Potential Applicants District prepares power point and materials for evening meetings at schools. Present meeting with principals

Communication and Public Relations Keep updated website on dual immersion Publish information in district and local newsletter Present about dual immersion to various groups and stakeholders Keep all district leaders informed Keep superintendent and board members informed of program

Be There For Them! Provide support for principals and teachers in any way we can!

State Level Support

VISION

Vision

Schools 1. Program Design 2. Curriculum Materials 3. Professional Development Utah State Office of Education 1. Consistent program design across school sites 2. Curriculum for content and literacy by language 3. AUDII plus 4PD sessions throughout the year immersion endorsement Immersion Program Infrastructure

Schools 4. Assessing classroom level instruction 5. The principal is the expert 6. Evaluating program success Utah Office of Education 4. Administrator support (networks, community of practice, observation ’look fors’) 5. Coordinators provide specialized support 6. State coordinated assessment of language and academics Immersion Program Infrastructure

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