Dual Language at EHS

 

 

Welcome to the DUAL LANGUAGE PROGRAM at Elgin High School!

Mission: Provide our students with culturally and linguistically responsive learning experiences that are
grounded in equity and rigor.

Vision: Our students will demonstrate cultural competence and develop high levels of academic and language
proficiency.

What is Dual Language?

The Dual Language Program is a form of bilingual education in which students are taught literacy and academic content in two languages. It offers a unique opportunity for students to excel academically and learn a second language. Dual language programs foster:

• bilingualism
• bi-literacy
• enhanced awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity
• high levels of academic achievement through instruction in two languages

What are the benefits of the Dual Language program for students?

• Students develop proficiency in two languages.
• Students perform as well as or better than their peers in non-dual language classrooms.
• All students develop a positive sense of self and multicultural competencies.
• Students also develop intercultural and global competence that prepares them to succeed in today’s increasingly competitive global society.

For questions specifically pertaining to the Dual Language program, contact:

Assistant Principal of Humanities, Mrs. Veronica Ryan. veronicaryan@u-46.org 847-888-500 x4857

District Coordinator of Multilingual and Multicultural Education, Mr. Mario Pestaña mariopestana@u-46.org 847-888-5000 x5078

Language Allocations By Grade Level