Dual Language Immersion

     Alum Rock Union Elementary School District is proud to offer a rigorous and award-winning Dual Language Immersion Program at three district schools. Dual Immersion programs blend two language education models: a language immersion program for English-only speakers and a bilingual maintenance model for English learners. Through this academic language model, both groups attend class together allowing students the opportunity to learn from one another and serve as language models for second language acquisition. Research shows that bilingualism enhances cognitive development and broadens educational and professional opportunities. Students completing our program achieve bilingual proficiency and literacy in two languages, as well as develop multicultural competencies, paving the way for future careers in our global economy.

Character Traits

     Every month, we celebrate a specific trait for students to practice daily, in school and at home. We also choose a song for students to sing as a school during  our weekly Apertura.

Month	Character trait	Song
August	Respect	Que Bonito Es Ser Bilingue
September	Kindness	Que Bonito Es SEr Bilingue
October	Cooperation	Paz Y Libertad
November	Gratitude	Todo Lo Que Quiero
December	Generosity	Generosidad
January	Integrity	Martin Lutero
February	Friendliness	Un Millon De Amigos
March	Perseverance	No Nos Moveran
April	Compassion	Igual Que El Universo
May	Self-esteem	En El Espejo