Spanish Immersion
What is the Spanish Dual Language Immersion Program?
North Harnett Primary's Spanish Language program is a 50/50 model. In this program, two homeroom classes are created with 24 students in each. Students spend one full day learning all content in English and then switch to learning all day in Spanish the next.
On their Spanish learning day, all instruction is provided by native Spanish teachers fluent in their language. On their English learning day, students learn just like a traditional classroom. As a result, immersion students develop language proficiency in both Spanish and English. The ultimate goal is for students to become bilingual, bi-literate, and bicultural.
Is this program right for my child?
Do you value bilingualism and biliteracy?
Does your child need academic challenges?
Do you want your child to have an edge in tomorrow's market economy?
Are you willing to make a long-term commitment to the Spanish Immersion Program?
If you answered "yes" to any of the questions above, you may wish to consider North Harnett Primary's Spanish Dual Language Immersion Program for your child.
Why Spanish Immersion at North Harnett?
How is the curriculum different from that in other classrooms?
Core instruction is provided by qualified teachers fluent in Spanish. All students are taught using the Common Core State Standards, NC Essential Standards as well as a carefully crafted immersion curriculum. These curricula prepare our students to achieve on NC and district-developed assessments as well as Spanish Language speaking, listening, and writing assessments. Listen to an example of how a teacher and student discuss a book read in Spanish after a guided reading lesson.
How do students benefit from participation in a Spanish Immersion Program?
Through participation in the Spanish Language Immersion Program, students will:
become proficient in English and Spanish
excel academically
increase academic performance
gain exposure of the Spanish culture and language
prepare to meet the challenges of a globally-dependent society.
What about English Language Arts?
In kindergarten, first and second grades, students receive 50% of their learning in English
Specials (Art, Music, PE, Media, Technology, and Guidance) are also taught in English.
In addition, parents are encouraged to help students practice reading in English at home.
