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Dual Language Immersion
Paramount Unified is excited to offer Dual Language Immersion in Spanish in both Kindergarten and 1st grade.
Dual Language Immersion is a form of education in which students develop literacy in two languages.
Watch the video below for a glimpse of our DLI program at Mark Keppel Elementary:
Application Process
- Enroll your student in Paramount USD in ParentVUE starting January 15th
- Attend a District-sponsored parent informational meeting and/or a dual language site visit
- Work with Educational Services to schedule a language assessment, if applicable
- Accept the commitment to participate in the program
Benefits of the Dual Language Immersion Program
Current research shows that learning a second language can benefit students in the following ways:
- Bilingualism and biliteracy
- Academic achievement
- Cultural competency
- Acceleration of academic success
- Enhancement of communication skills
- Attainment of future personal benefits such as enhanced career, business, and travel opportunities
Program Model
Students will participate in a 90:10 program model. Beginning in Kindergarten, students will initially receive instruction in Spanish for 90% of the day and in English for 10% of the day. The percentage of English increases annually 10% until 50% of the day is taught in Spanish & 50% in English by 4th grade.
|
GRADE |
SPANISH |
ENGLISH |
|
KINDERGARTEN |
90 |
10 |
|
1ST |
80 |
20 |
|
2ND |
70 |
30 |
|
3RD |
60 |
40 |
|
4TH |
50 |
50 |
|
5TH |
50 |
50 |
Who can enroll in Dual Language Immersion?
- Students who begin Kindergarten in August 2025 (turn 5 by September 1, 2025)
- Native English speakers, native Spanish speakers or bilingual students
- Kindergarten enrollees from all areas of the Paramount Unified School District and surrounding communities.
- 1st grade students will be accepted based on space and language assessment results.