East Lake Elementary School

"To effectively develop high-achieving, bilingual, bi-literate students with positive cultural attitudes."

"The program's vision is to educate our students in a multicultural learning environment. Provide an effective academic approach with an additive bilingual environment in which our students will have greater opportunities, as a result of the acquisition of two languages. It is our hope that our students will be well-prepared, and have the pride and self-confidence to be successful in the competitive international community."

The Dual Language program promotes high levels of academic achievement while supporting students in acquiring a second language as well as promoting a cross-cultural understanding for all learners. Academic subjects are taught to all learners in both English and Spanish. The program creates a bi-literate environment while students maintain their first language while acquiring a second.

• Intellectual
  Students with the ability to process information in two languages develop a higher level of thinking skills.
• Educational
  Students perform at or above grade level in both languages as demonstrated in district-wide reading assessments and State Assessment Test (FSA-minimal 3rd grade retention); The program promotes future academic success. Therefore, students will have greater opportunities in a competitive global society.
• Social
  Students effectively communicate in both languages, demonstrating a high level of language and cultural proficiency.
• Personal
  Students maintain self-esteem through the respect and appreciation of their language & culture.

This program required a special application and placement test (for grades 2nd+). 

For more information on our program or to register, please contact Michelle MacMillan.