It is a form of bilingual education in which students are taught literacy and content in two different languages. In this case, Spanish and English are the two languages. Both native English speakers and native Spanish speakers are enrolled in a class together, with native Spanish speakers making up about one-third of a class population. The Dual Language Immersion Program is currently housed at Creekside Oaks Elementary School - enrolling grades TK, K and first grade. View the FAQ tab for more information.
WHAT IS THE GOAL?
The goal is for students to develop high levels of language proficiency and literacy in both Spanish and English, demonstrate high levels of academic achievement, and develop an appreciation for and an understanding of diverse cultures. It creates a growing focus on multiculturalism, as the United States is considered a diverse melting pot of cultures.
Q: What grades are you currently accepting for the Dual Language Immersion Program?
A: We are now accepting TK, Kindergarten and first grade students.
Q: What would the typical school day be like for my child?
A: Starting in kindergarten, the kindergarten curriculum will be taught in 90% Spanish and 10% English (following the 90:10 model). Spanish will be introduced to students in playful ways to build phonemic awareness, sound/symbol relationships, and social and academic vocabulary in Spanish. Specific teaching strategies will then be used to meet students at their level of language development and proficiency.
Q: What is the 90:10 model?
The first number (90) refers to the amount of instructional time initially spent for instruction in Spanish. The second number (10) refers to the amount of instructional time initially spent for instruction in English. The amount of time taught in Spanish decreases yearly as English increases.
Q: How would this program benefit my child?
Native Spanish speakers gain a higher proficiency in English, earn higher grade point averages (GPA), have an increased enrollment in post-secondary education, and experience decreased dropout rates. Native English speakers gain native-like levels of comprehension in Spanish and achieve equal or better than non-immersion peers on standardized tests.
Q: How do I register my child for the Dual Language Immersion Program?
Families will fill out a supplemental form while completing their TK or Kindergarten registration. In doing so, they will be included in a lottery selection process.
Q: Where is the program located?
Currently, the Dual Language Immersion Program is housed at Creekside Oaks Elementary.
Q: Who do I contact for more information?
Cristin Lobeck, DLI TOSA
(916) 645-6380
clobeck@wpusd.org
I have taught kindergarten and 2nd grade DLI classrooms.
I have two children - my daughter attends Princeton University and my son graduated from UCLA and is a chemist at a pharmaceutical company.
I received my bachelor’s degree and teaching credential with bilingual authorization at UC Davis, and am currently enrolled in the UC Davis MA in Education program.
I enjoy traveling, cooking, yoga, and long walks with my pets.
I have been teaching for about 7 years, all in Bilingual Immersion Programs.
I received my undergraduate degree from Sacramento State with a major in Liberal Studies and a minor in Social Studies and English. I am able to teach grades nine and below.
I obtained my credential from the Sacramento State Multiple Subject Credential Program with a Bilingual Authorization.
I was born in Mexico and moved to the United States when I was young. I know what it's like to learn a second language and this is why I enjoy teaching in Spanish.
Some of my hobbies are traveling, eating different foods, painting, hiking/doing outdoor activities, watching movies and spending time with my family and friends.
I am a native Spanish speaker. I was born in Los Angeles, California, but was raised in El Salvador.
I have been teaching for 8 years: three years as a third grade teacher, three years as a second grade DLI teacher, and one year as a middle school Spanish teacher.
I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology from Sacramento State University. Received my teaching Credential through the Sacramento Office of Education and my Bilingual Authorization through the University of California of Los Angeles, UCLA.
I enjoy cooking, hiking, watching, traveling and being a mother.
My teaching career began in the Peace Corps where I taught English as a foreign language in Bangladesh and after service, in Chile. I’ve been with the district for many years teaching ELD and AVID at Glen Edwards Middle School, Adult English as a Second Language to our district’s parents, ELD secretary at the district office, and now teaching 4th grade DLI at Creekside.
I’ve also taught Spanish, grades 3-8, at Loomis Grammar and Penryn Elementary.
I have two fantastic children. Elina is a senior at UC Irvine and is planning a career in foreign service, and Daniel is a senior at LHS and has his sights in mechanical engineering.
