1. Vietnamese/English Dual Language Immersion
21st Century Learning in Westminster School District
Incoming Kindergarten
Family Information Meeting
Presentation
2016
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2. Welcome & Introductions
On behalf of Superintendent, Dr. Marian Kim-Phelps, we welcome you to our 2016 Vietnamese/English Dual Language Immersion Family Information Night!

3. What is Dual Language?
Dual Language (DL): Integrates native English speaking and English language learning students in the same classroom and provides academic instruction through two languages, one of which is the primary language of each group of students

4. What does the program look like?
50% of the day’s instruction is in English and 50% is in Vietnamese
Periods of instruction during which only one language is used
Balanced number of English only speaking students and English Learner students in the class
Goals are bilingualism, biliteracy, achievement at or above grade level, and multicultural competence

5. Benefits of a Dual Language Immersion Program!
High academic achievement
Bilingualism/Biliteracy
Cross-cultural relationships
Competitive advantage for college and career opportunities
Advantages for college admission and scholarships
Respect for self, family, school, and community
Builds leadership and self-confidence
Develops strong school and family partnerships
Equips students with skills to be more successful in a global economy

7. Pathway to Biliteracy Awards
Specialized awards given to any student who meets the OCDE biliteracy criteria
Biliteracy ribbons given in preschool, Kindergarten, third, fifth or sixth grades
Biliteracy medal given in eighth grade

8. 22221st Century Skills
The 2014 English Language Arts and English Language Development Framework • values biliteracy • defines these 21st century skills: –Critical Thinking –Creativity and Innovation –Communication and Collaboration –Global Awareness and Competence –Technological Savvy Educating for Global Competence: Biliteracy for California Schools Chapter 10 pages 28-29

9. WSD and CSUF NRCAL Partnership:

10. How Will Teachers Be Trained?
Vietnamese Programs at Cal State University Fullerton: - Bachelor’s degree in Vietnamese - Vietnamese teaching credential pathway (7th - 12th grades) -Vietnamese Bilingual Authorization (K-6 dual language immersion)

11. National Resource Center for Asian Languages (NRCAL)
Improve the nation’s capacity for the teaching and learning of Asian languages including Vietnamese, Korean, Chinese, and Japanese.
Develop instructional resources
Provide professional development
Conduct research

12. What Curriculum Will Be Used?
American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages:
CA Common Core State Standards:
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.K.1 With prompting and support, ask and answer questions about key details in a text.
Literacy approach adopted by the District
NRCAL Vietnamese Curriculum
Supplementary Approved Curriculum

13. Principal Shannon Villanueva: Personal reasons for dual…
Introduce dynamic leader: Shannon Villanueva

14. Mrs. Pelton & Mrs. Dang

15. Basic Schedule
8:00-10:05 English Language Arts Vietnamese Language Arts English Language Development Vietnamese Language Development 10:05-10:25 Recess 10:25-11:15 Math in English 11:15-12:00 Science (in Vietnamese), Social Studies, VAPA, ST Math 12:00-12:45 Lunch 12:45-2:00 English Language Arts

16. Parent Involvement
Commit to long-term (K-6) participation in the dual language immersion program
Develop an understanding of dual language immersion education
Attend Dual Family Nights (about three a year)
Read with your child (in English) minutes daily
Encourage the use of the Vietnamese language outside of school and learn as much as you can
Enjoy the challenges and celebrate the results
You do not need to be able to speak, understand, read, or write Vietnamese in order for your child to be successful

17. Family Testimonials

18. Registration Process Outside the District:
Request an Interdistrict Transfer from the district of residence.
Bring the Approved Interdistrict Transfer to WSD district office for approval.
Complete and return kindergarten registration packet with original birth certificate and immunization records to WSD office.
We will be accepting applications for classes in the school year: 52 spots in kindergarten and eight spots in first grade beginning March 1, 2017

19. Registration Process Residents of WSD:
Students enrolling in the Vietnamese/English Dual Language Immersion Program may submit their materials beginning February 1, 2017.
The open enrollment window is February 1st through April 14th for students who are not in the DeMille boundary.
Parents shall request an open enrollment form from their school of residence by meeting with the principal and obtaining a releasing signature.

20. Enroll in Kindergarten
Two classes 26 students in each class; full day
Vietnamese DLI Tours:
Friday, Feb. 3rd 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Friday, Feb. 17th 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Friday, March 3rd 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Call to reserve your space on the tour:

21. Vietnamese/English Dual Language Immersion
Be part of this exciting program!
Give your child a competitive advantage!
Enroll your child now!