HPS

Welcome and Introductions

TWBI: What is it? TWBI = Two Way Bilingual Immersion Combines :  Bilingual education model  Foreign language immersion model Delivers HPS core curriculum Public school standards – no tuition

TWBI: What is it? Instruction through two languages ▫ Spanish ▫ English ▫ no translation/mixing Spanish is used for a significant portion of the instructional day ▫ K & 1 st = 90% in Spanish; 10% in English ▫ 2 nd = 80% in Spanish; 20% in English ▫ Moving toward 50%/50% by 5 th grade

TWBI : What does it look like? Approximately equal numbers of native English speakers and native Spanish speakers Students are interacting in the same environment for all of the school day. All students have the opportunity to model their native language as well as learn the second language.

TWBI: What does it look like? Literacy (180 minutes) Lunch/Recess Math (60 minutes) Science/Social Studies (40 minutes) Center Time (50 minutes) Specials

TWBI: What are the benefits? Academic success in native language ▫ 3 rd grade – students score near their peers on standardized tests ▫ 5 th grade – students score at or above average compared to their peers on standardized tests Academic success in second language College and career benefits Appreciation of other cultures and an increase in self-esteem

TWBI: FAQs What model does HPS use? ▫ Two Way ▫ 90 – 10 meaning:  K & 1 st = 90% in Spanish; 10% in English  2 nd = 80% in Spanish; 20% in English  Moving toward 50%/50% as grade level increases

TWBI: FAQs What is the class make up? ▫ Same numbers of native English speakers and native Spanish speakers ▫ Same group of students move on together

TWBI: FAQs Who teaches TWBI? Certified and highly qualified elementary teachers Native language proficiency Currently: Jean Schroeder (2 years) Stephany Yack-Saavedra (1 year)

TWBI: FAQs Where is the TWBI program housed? ▫ Currently at West K-7

TWBI: FAQs How can I help my child at home? Encourage Don’t put them on the spot Help in your own language

Complete the HPS enrollment pack – indicate interest Visit the TWBI table at the Jungle Adventure Party on Feb. 23 at East Interested parents contacted for a March 1 TWBI meeting in the West Media Center 7:00 p.m. Application deadline is March 8 Lottery on March 15, if necessary to balance the program Letter of notification by April 9 TWBI: Next Steps

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