Language Immersion and other Alternative Programs

District Program June 26, 2012

Our district is working diligently to provide opportunities for our students to expand their linguistic repertoire to meet the ever-changing needs of the global society. As a result, language immersion programs have become a pathway for our students to acquire fluent literacy skills in both English and their home language.

Language immersion is a method of teaching a second language in which the target language is used for instruction. Target language is defined as a language other than English such as Spanish, Hmong, Cantonese, or Mandarin. By way of a language immersion program, students will receive instruction where English and the target language are used as teaching tools and students are “immersed” in the second language.

Dual immersion programs have increased in the United States since the 1980s for a number of reasons: competition in a global economy, a growing population of English language learners, and the success of previous programs. Language immersion classes, in an array of languages, can now be found in urban and suburban areas throughout the United States.

Give your child a competitive edge in the global economy by enrolling them in one of SCUSD’s language immersion programs. In language immersion classrooms, students have the enriching experience of becoming bi-literate in English and another language — Chinese, Hmong or Spanish.

All SCUSD’s alternative language programs include the required integrated and designated ELD for students who are English learners. The SCUSD alternative language programs, including immersion, are listed below.

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Chinese Immersion Programs

Elder Creek Elementary
William Land Elementary

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Hmong Immersion Program

Susan B. Anthony Elementary

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Spanish Immersion or Bilingual Programs

Edward Kemble Elementary
Cesar Chavez Elementary
Ethel Phillips Elementary
Bowling Green Charter Chacon Language & Science Academy

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School December 15, 2023 Elementary Gifted and Talented (GATE) Programs Language Immersion and other Alternative Programs 95824

Elder Creek
Elementary School (TK-6)

Elder Creek Elementary is a student-centered, highly-diverse, place of learning where all students are inspired to explore, dream, and discover. It boasts one of the only Cantonese Immersion programs in the state, where students learn to become fluent and successful in both English and Chinese. Elder Creek is known for its expansive cultural celebrations, from Hmong New Year, Lunar New Year, Cinco de Mayo, etc. Elder Creek is a school where every student is valued, and their successes are celebrated.

7934 Lemon Hill Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95824

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Phone: (916) 395-4555

Fax: (916) 382-5959

School December 15, 2023 Elementary Gifted and Talented (GATE) Programs Language Immersion and other Alternative Programs Neighborhood Schools 95818

William Land
Elementary School

William Land is embarking on 108 years of excellence and history! We are a GATE cluster campus which stands and delivers rich and engaging academic opportunities beyond the four walls of the classroom to include Dual Language Mandarin Immersion, arts (visual arts, music, theatre arts) integration, science labs, and a robust selection of hands-on enrichment opportunities. A cadre of leaders are cultivated and elevated through the 7 Habits of Leader in Me, planned field trips, and ongoing celebrations showcasing students.

2120 12th Street
Sacramento, CA 95818

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Phone: (916) 395-4890

Fax: (916) 264-4357

School December 15, 2023 Language Immersion and other Alternative Programs Neighborhood Schools 95832

Susan B. Anthony
Elementary School (TK-6)

Located in the Detroit Community, Susan B. Anthony Elementary is home to about 454 scholars of TK to 6th grade. The school has two pathways of learning which consist of a regular English strand and a Hmong Dual Language strand. Both pathways of learning are open to all who are interested.

7864 Detroit Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95832

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Phone: (916) 395-4710

Fax: (916) 433-5578

School December 15, 2023 Language Immersion and other Alternative Programs 95822

Edward Kemble
Elementary School (TK-3)

The mission of Edward Kemble Elementary is to build scholars with positive character and social-emotional learning competencies. Our school offers students the opportunity to participate in the Dual Language Spanish Immersion Program, a research-based program whereby students become bilingual/bi-literate in English and Spanish. The program is designed for students who will participate from kindergarten through the 3rd grade and beyond.

7495 29th Street
Sacramento, CA 95822

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Phone: (916) 395-4550

Fax: (916) 433-5579

School December 15, 2023 Language Immersion and other Alternative Programs 95822

César E. Chávez Intermediate
Elementary School (4-6)

The César E. Chávez Intermediate staff is dedicated to providing the best education for your child. When instruction meets student’s needs, all students will achieve academic success, become effective communicators, and develop confidence in their learning.The vision of César E. Chávez Intermediate School is to educate well-rounded and successful students who are ready for middle school. They will meet these challenges through their enthusiasm for learning and their ability to work cooperatively while developing communication skills.

7500 32nd Street
Sacramento, CA 95822

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Phone: (916) 395-4530

Fax: (916) 433-7396

School December 15, 2023 Language Immersion and other Alternative Programs Neighborhood Schools 95820

Ethel Phillips
Elementary School (TK-6)

Ethel Phillips is in a working class community, that hosts an Early-Exit Transitional Spanish Bilingual Program. All students receive Free Lunch, over 50% of the students are English Learners and we have very diverse student population with over 10 different languages spoken. We have a SIPPS program to improve all readers skills, we have a student support center to provide support for Social Emotional Learning support. This is the home of the dragons.

2930 21st Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95820

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Phone: (916) 395-4565

Fax: (916) 277-6762

School December 14, 2023 Dependent Charter School Language Immersion and other Alternative Programs 95823

Bowling Green Charter Chacon Language & Science Academy
Elementary School

Our school is a small dependent charter for SCUSD. We offer 90/10 Dual Immersion program along with a traditional English-only program. We have a strong focus in Science and have on-going partnerships with Sac State & Sierra Journey. We have a “Push-In” Special Ed program to better support our students with an IEP. We have Multi-tiered supports starting with a full-time social worker to instructional aides in every class to support instruction.

6807 Franklin Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95823

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Phone: (916) 395-5215

Fax: (916) 433-7388

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