onslow county schoolssplash language immersion

why immersion?

Language is not taught as a stand-alone subject. Rather, it is acquired through instruction in the content areas.

Focus: students master standard content while becoming proficient in the target language.

what is a languageimmersion program?

Goals: All students will

• develop high levels of proficiency in two languages

• demonstrate academic performance at or above grade level

• demonstrate positive cross-cultural attitudes and behaviors

what is a languageimmersion program?

what the research says:Learning in two languages is good for you.

A dual language environment fosters greater cultural sensitivity, increases self esteem and opens doors.

Young kids are wired to learn language.

Dual language immersion programs help close the achievement gap.

Dual language immersion programs benefit English language learners and other historically low-performing groups.

Dual language programs benefit native English speakers.

As a result of dual language learning, the achievement gap can be closed not only by English learners but also by other historically low-performing groups, such as African-Americans and students of low socioeconomic status. --- Thomas and CollierIt’s good for all kids!

what the data tells us:3 years of results

Students achieve better results in every school. Overall, Splash students performed better than their non-

dual language immersion peers on all 2012-13 state-mandated tests:

Students achieve better results in every school. Overall, Splash students performed better than their non-dual

language immersion peers on all 2012-13 state-mandated tests:

Learning in two languages is fun and great for the brain! Take advantage of the opportunity for your child’s academic benefit!