Academic Advantage Through Dual Language
Buford Elementary
4919 W. 109th St.
Lennox, CA 90304
310) 672-5829
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Moffett Elementary
11050 Larch Ave.
Lennox, CA 90304
(310) 680-6200
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Lennox Middle School
11033 Buford Ave.
Lennox, CA 90304
(310) 419-1800
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What is Dual Immersion?
Dual language immersion programs are a way for students to learn academic content (Math, Science, Social Studies, English) while also learning to speak, read and write in another language.
What does the research show?
Dual language students outperform their peers in English-only programs. Students in dual immersion programs have high levels of self-esteem, high academic competence and motivation. Students are better prepared for the global job market where a second language gives them a competitive edge!
How does the program work?
In a dual language immersion program, students are taught the same curriculum as their peers in English-only programs and are expected to meet the same state standards as all other students in the district. Students may only begin the Spanish dual language program in transitional kindergarten or kindergarten and commit to remaining in the program through 5th grade. The program is currently a 50:50 program in all grades that will begin transitioning in school year 2025-2026 to a 90:10 program model in kindergarten which refers to the percent of instruction in Spanish to English. As the student gradually moves up in grades, the language of instruction will gradually increase in English until the program reaches a 50:50.
Program change from 50:50 starting in 2025-2026
What are the requirements?
Interested families need to attend a dual language orientation at their school of choice. Applications to the program are completed after the orientation. If accepted, this becomes your new permanent school and program. Students and parents do NOT have to be bilingual to be successful in the program. This program is designed for three types of students:
- English Learners whose home language is Spanish
- Bilingual students who speak Spanish and English
- English proficient students
