Bilingual/Dual Language
One-Way Dual Language 90/10 Model (Pre Kindergarten)
This program serves Emergent Bilingual (EBs) who are native Spanish speakers. This program provides instruction in both Spanish and English. The curriculum used for instruction is the same district curriculum provided to all mainstream students participating in our general education program, but instruction is provided 90% in Spanish and 10% in English. The primary goal of this program is to produce children who are bilingual, bi-literate, and bi-cultural. The program is designed to address the affective, linguistic, and cognitive needs of each student.
Two-Way Dual Language 50/50 Model (Grades K-6)
This program provides advanced learning through instruction in Spanish and in English. The program serves both native Spanish speakers who are Emergent Bilingual (EBs) and native English speaking students. The curriculum includes foundation and enrichment areas to meet the needs of all students. The primary goal of this program is to produce children who are bilingual, bi-literate, and bi-cultural. The program is designed to address the affective, linguistic, and cognitive needs of each student.
Dual Language Program Transition
Dual Language Application Process
Two–Way Dual Language Program
Program Entry Guidelines for Native English Speaking Students
- January 15, 2025 at 5:30 pm
- January 29, 2025 at 5:30 pm
- February 5, 2025 at 5:30 pm
All parent information meetings will be held in the boardroom at the Wylie ISD ESC, 951 S. Ballard, Wylie, 75098
Dual Language Timeline and Process
- All students applying for the dual language program must be 5 years of age on or before September 1, 2025.
- Only students starting kindergarten in the 25-26 school year will be accepted into the Dual Language Program.
- The parent of students applying must attend one of the parent-information meetings.
An Inside Look at the Dual Language Program
Dual Language: Students' Perspectives
Dual Language: Looking to the Future