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Dual Language Immersion Programs
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Palm Springs Unified School District (PSUSD) offers a Dual Language Immersion Program. DLI is a form of education where students are taught literacy and content in two languages (Spanish and English). Dual Language Immersion Programs promote bilingualism, biliteracy, academic achievement and multicultural awareness for all students.
The goals of the program are
- Bilingualism/Biliteracy - Developing high levels of language proficiency (speaking, listening, reading, writing and metalinguistic awareness) in their primary language and second language
- Grade-Level Academic Achievement - High quality instruction, rigorous curriculum in Spanish and English and high expectations for academic achievement
- Sociocultural Competence - Developing self-identity (cultural identity), viewing differences as opportunities not obstacles (intercultural connections) and using what we learned to advocate for equity (advocacy, empowerment and social justice
The Dual Language Immersion program goals are directly aligned to the district’s goal of meeting the expectations outlined in California Department of Education’s Global California 2030 Report, 2019, which highlights our state as a leader in global culture. This report promotes utilizing our state’s rich linguistic resources to increase the number of students who graduate proficient in two or more languages and attain the state’s Seal of Biliteracy.
Dual Language Immersion blends two language education models: An immersion program for English only speakers and a bilingual maintenance model for English learners. Students from two language groups attend classes together, learning from one another and supporting each other's second language acquisition. Both groups of students develop linguistic and academic competence in two languages; their native language and one more.
Schools in our district currently offering this program are:
- Vista del Monte Elementary School
2744 N Via Miraleste, Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 416-8176 - Two Bunch Palms Elementary School
14250 West Dr, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
(760) 251-7220
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California State Seal of Biliteracy
The State Seal of Biliteracy is a recognition by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction for graduating high school students who have attained a high level of proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in one or more languages in addition to English. The State Seal of Biliteracy is marked by a gold seal affixed to the diploma or transcript.
Read the full State Seal of Biliteracy>>
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Have questions? For more information, please contact the Student Learning Department at 760-883-2703, ext. 4805025
Parent/ Guardian Resources
What is Dual Immersion?
¿Qué es la inmersión dual?
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Dual Immersion Program Enrollment Steps
If a parent/guardian is interested in the Dual Immersion Program, please follow the steps below.
Si un padre/tutor está interesado en el Programa de Inmersión Dual, siga los pasos a continuación.
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Step 1 Submit Interest Form
Complete the online interest form for the school you are interested inA PSUSD staff member can help complete it for you if necessary.
Step 2 School Contact
School staff will review your form and contact you.
Step 3 Attend Information Night
Attend the Dual Immersion Program Parent Information Night. (See flyers on this webpage for dates/times)
If you missed our Parent Information Nights, and are interested in enrolling your student, please contact the school directly for more information.
Note: Parent Information Nights are not held during the summer.
Step 4 Register for TK/K
At the Information Night, you'll receive the required forms:- Enrollment Application
- PSUSD Transfer Terms & Conditions
- DI Acknowledgement Form Return these forms to the school office.
Step 5 Enrollment Confirmation
School staff will contact you to confirm enrollment.
Step 6 Transportation
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Paso 1 Envíe el formulario de interés
Complete el formulario de interés en línea para la escuela en la que está interesado:
Un miembro del personal de PSUSD puede ayudarle a completarlo si es necesario.
Paso 2 Contacto de la escuela
El personal de la escuela revisará su formulario y se pondrá en contacto con usted.
Paso 3 Asista a la noche de información
Asista a la Noche de Información para Padres del Programa de Inmersión Dual. (Consulte los folletos en esta página web para ver las fechas y horarios).
Si se perdió nuestras Noches de Información para Padres y está interesado en inscribir a su estudiante, comuníquese con la escuela directamente para obtener más información.
Nota: Las Noches de Información para Padres no se llevan a cabo durante el verano.
Paso 4 Regístrese para TK/K
En la Noche de Información, recibirá los formularios requeridos:
- Solicitud de inscripción
- Términos y condiciones de transferencia de PSUSD
- Formulario de reconocimiento de DI
- Entregue estos formularios a la oficina de la escuela.
Paso 5 Confirmación de inscripción
El personal de la escuela se pondrá en contacto con usted para confirmar la inscripción.
Paso 6 Transporte
Si su hijo necesita transporte en autobús, informe a la escuela al momento de la inscripción.