1. From Vision to Implementation:
Delaware World Language Immersion
Supporting Student Learning by Supporting Teacher Growth
F-CAP Symposium 2013
06/07/2013
From Vision to Implementation:
Cross-Departmental Coordination for Immersion Program Success
WHY DELAWARE?
Cigna Story (Late 2010)
Ms. Lynn Fulton-Archer
Education Specialist, World Language Immersion
Delaware Department of Education
Lynn Fulton-Archer, Ed. Specialist, World Language Immersion 1

2. “A world of advantages”
“In today’s educational landscape, it is imperative for Delaware students to have the skills necessary to compete in a global economy. Learning a second language will offer our children an advantage in this increasingly competitive world.” Jack Markell, Governor of the State of Delaware
WHY DELAWARE?
Foreign investment - late 2010 (company with 1.75 billion in income from operations)
Delaware is
a corporate hub for more than half of the world’s Fortune 500 companies
the heart of the banking and credit card industry
a center for research and development in pharmaceuticals, chemicals and biotechnology
an international leader in a global exchange of commerce and ideas

3. By the numbers… World Language Expansion Initiative
5.3 Billion – total value of Delaware exports (2013)
30,000 – number of Delawareans employed by foreign-owned companies (2011)
34% –percent increase in exports to FTA countries over the last ten years
8.4% – percentage of private industry employment tied directly to foreign investment
4th – China’s rank in Delaware export markets, with $449 million in merchandise exports
WHY DELAWARE?
Delaware is
a corporate hub for more than half of the world’s Fortune 500 companies
the heart of the banking and credit card industry
a center for research and development in pharmaceuticals, chemicals and biotechnology

4. Department of Education (Governor’s Initiative)
Cross-Departmental Coordination
Department of Education
(Governor’s Initiative)
Secretary of State
Secretary of Labor
Rodel Foundation
DOE: Teacher Leader Effectiveness
DOE: Exceptional Children / ELL Resources
DOE: Curriculum and Instruction
DOE: CTE / Career Pathways
International Council of Delaware
Office of Management and Budget
HOW ARE WE DOING IT IN DELAWARE?
“It takes a village to raise an immersion program”
Strategic coordination by Delaware’s educational and governmental leadership
The Governor’s Office, Secretary of State, Secretary of Labor, OMB
International Council of Delaware, Rodel Foundation
The Delaware Department of Education (CIPD, CTE, TLEU, ECSS)
Delaware’s school districts

5. Sustaining programs after Seeding programs
Scaffolding for Success, Sustainability & Scalability
Sustaining programs after Seeding programs
Overall Budget
Human Capital
Teacher Recruitment
Teacher Retention
Coordinator
Instructional Specialists
Professional Development
Curriculum Development
Material Resources
Core Materials
L2 Literacy Math, Science
Supplemental Resources
Instructional and Physical
HOW DO YOU SEED AND SUSTAIN PROGRAMS?
Investment in Human Capital
Coordination is key
Expertise is essential
Professional development / great teachers / great leaders (NPI)
External Contractors / Immersion Experts bring foundational knowledge
Providing frameworks for ALL programs ensures fidelity
No need to “reinvent the wheel”
Material Resources
Set programs up for success with core instructional materials
Provide resources for program expansion
Take physical and instructional needs into account

6. Consider program % target with an eye toward manageability and impact
Scaffolding for Success, Sustainability & Scalability
Focus planning around strategic and sustainable programs within your context
Consider program % target with an eye toward manageability and impact
Establish short and long-term objectives to meet state needs
Set your goals then set your budget
Plan for continued support of programs
WHAT CAN YOU LEARN FROM DELAWARE AND OTHERS?
Strategic planning:
15 eligible districts
1 program per district
2 in larger districts
Program numbers:
State language roadmaps
Utah initiative
20% program target
Short and long-term objectives
Part of a broader K-12 initiative
Can’t wait 12 years for language speakers