Research shows the Two-Way Language Immersion students out perform their monolingual peers on national standardized tests. Over a period of time in the program, students exceed the average growth per grade level on standardized tests. In the Two-Way program beginning in kindergarten and going through second grade, students receive almost all of their instruction in Spanish. This early emphasis on Spanish instruction benefits both language groups.
All students receive increased amounts of English instruction each year.
District curriculum guidelines are followed and grade level standards are taught in all subject areas at all levels. Academic excellence is stressed and literature in both languages is a primary focus throughout the curriculum. A fundamental part of the success of this program is strong school-home partnership. It is an essential component of the program and is key to student's educational success. Families must enter in kindergarten and remain through sixth grade in order for the student to gain the full benefit of the program.