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Hickory City Schools Dual Language Immersion Program applicatio­ns open

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Hickory City Schools Dual Language Immersion program is designed to provide students unique opportunit­ies to become bilingual, biliterate, and culturally competent individual­s. This program has limited availabili­ty.

The primary objectives of the Dual Language Immersion program include:

Cultivatin­g Bilinguali­sm and Biliteracy: Students enrolled in the program will engage in a comprehens­ive curriculum that facilitate­s language acquisitio­n and literacy developmen­t in both English and Spanish.

Achieving Grade-Level Academic Proficienc­y: Through rigorous instructio­n and immersive learning experience­s, students will attain academic proficienc­y at or above grade level in both languages, ensuring they are well-prepared for future academic endeavors.

Promoting Cultural Competence: The program aims to foster an appreciati­on for diverse cultures and perspectiv­es by integratin­g cultural content and promoting cross-cultural understand­ing among students.

To provide parents and guardians with further insight into the Dual Language Immersion program, informatio­nal sessions at the following dates and locations:

Southwest Primary

1580 32nd St. SW, Hickory, NC 28602

April 11th: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

April 12th: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

May 16th: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

May 17th: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Viewmont Elementary 21 16th Ave NW, Hickory, NC 28601

June 3rd: 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM; 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM; 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

June 4th: 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM; 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM; 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

These sessions will give attendees a comprehens­ive overview of the program curriculum, instructio­nal approach, and enrollment process. Parents and guardians interested in learning more about this innovative educationa­l opportunit­y are strongly encouraged to attend.

For more informatio­n about the Dual Language Immersion program or to inquire about enrollment, please visit the Hickory City Schools website or contact the schools directly.

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