• Dual Language Immersion

    Multilingual Academy Pathways (MAP) 

     

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  • Chino Valley’s Vision & Mission Statements

    Chino Valley Unified School District Multilingual Academy Pathways vision is to educate students to become academically successful, bilingual, biliterate and culturally diverse.

    The mission of MAP is to implement high quality language programs that emphasize academic achievement and high levels of literacy in various languages.

     

  • Goals

    • Academic achievement at or above grade level in all content areas. 

    • High levels of proficiency in their primary language and a second language. 

    • Positive self-esteem, cultural awareness and sensitivity. 

  • Benefits of Bilingualism Research

     

    • Skills and knowledge are transferred across languages.  A strong foundation in the first language helps students learn a second language.
    • English speaking students in immersion programs achieve as well or better than English speaking students in English-only programs on both standardized math and language arts tests.
    • English Learners who receive instruction in their home language achieve much higher levels on both standardized math and language arts tests than ELs in English-only programs.   
    • Better prepared to meet the exciting challenges of our multicultural, multilingual society.
    • Enhanced metalinguistic awareness across both languages.
    • Fully literate in English and a second language.
    • Increased critical thinking skills.
    • Development of cultural awareness and competence.
    • Increase in family involvement.
    • State Seal of Biliteracy earned on High School Diploma.
    • Greater employment opportunities.

  • Dual Language Immersion (DLI) FAQ

     

    What is a Dual Language Immersion Program?  

    Dual Language Immersion is a program that includes native English speakers and native targeted language speakers in the same classroom and all students learn to think, read, write and communicate naturally in two languages: English/Spanish or English/Mandarin. Participation in a dual language immersion program is a comprehensive educational experience. 

    Why do parents select a Dual Language Immersion Program?  

    Parents select a Dual Language Program to stimulate their child’s cognitive, social, and linguistic development.  It prepares children with advantages to compete for future careers.  Dual Language Education provides children with the skills needed to live and work in a cultural and global economy.  

    Will CVUSD be offering Dual Immersion in the 2024-25 School Year?

    Yes. Two school sites will participate this year. A Mandarin program at Hidden Trails Elementary and a Spanish program at Anna Borba Elementary. For the 2024-2025 school year both sites will offer a Kindergarten AM and PM and a first grade class. The Mandarin program will be in it's third year of implementation, offering a second grade class. 

    If my child was not part of the Dual Immersion Kindergarten class for the 23/24 school year, would they be eligible to participate as a first grader in the Program for the 24/25 school year?

    The first grade Mandarin classes at Hidden Trails are expected to be full with the incoming Kindergarten students. If seats become available and the child is selected through the random lottery process, then they will be invited to attend Hidden Trails Mandarin First Grade. 

    The first grade Spanish classes at Anna Borba are expected to have space available. If seats are available and the child is selected through the random lottery process, then they will be invited to attend Anna Borbas First Grade.   

    If I would like to have my Kindergartner and or First grader participate in either of these programs, how do I pre-register?

    Please complete a 24/25 Dual Language Immersion Application to express interest.  These forms will be available beginning November 1, 2023.  They can be found at this link: (Not available until November 1). You will need to complete an application for the language of interest.  

    When will I know if my child is accepted into this program?

    CVUSD will hold a lottery for Dual Language Immersion Applications that are completed between November 1, 2023, and December 3, 2023 to determine the students who are chosen for the program. The school district will send you a letter if you are accepted or denied placement for this program. Lotterya attendance is not mandatory for participation.  

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