Program Goals

Program Model

The Dual Language students at Sherwood will:

• Perform at or above grade-level-appropriate levels of achievement in all domains of academic skills and knowledge.
• Develop high levels of proficiency in a second language while making normal progress in their first language.
• Acquire an understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural differences.
• Develop positive self-esteem.

Instructional time in the Dual Language class is divided between English and Spanish.

• Two teachers provide the instruction.  One teaches in English during English instruction and the other teaches in Spanish during the Spanish instruction.
• The curriculum uses integrated thematic units and technology in all grades to connect language arts, math, science, and social studies.  Students are provided with an interactive learning environment.  Music, art, physical education, and library skills are part of the curriculum taught in English.