Spanish Dual Language

What is a Spanish Dual Language Program?

Spanish Dual Language education is the best educational model to produce graduates who can not only speak in two languages, but also read and write in both Spanish and English. Students will also have the opportunity to earn a Biliteracy Seal.

Philosophy:

Spanish Dual Language programs prepare students to become college and career ready in two languages. Students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to compete in our global society.

Overview: 

Families must choose to be in the program. 
This is a long-term commitment and students need the full support of their families to succeed. To be a part of this innovative program, it is not a requirement for parents/guardians to be bilingual.

Learning both languages begins immediately. 
Each student in the program spends part of their day learning in their native language. It takes most people 5-7 years to become fully fluent in a second language. Dual language students learn the same grade level standards as their peers.

Students are models for each other, in addition to the teacher. 
Children have a natural language-­learning capacity which allows them to easily pick up a new language through exploration and play.

How It Works
Students begin learning in both languages right away, splitting time between their native language and the new one. Fluency typically takes 5-7 years, and students learn the same grade-level standards as their peers.

90/10 model Spanish & English Instruction

• Kinder/1st Grade = 90% Spanish/10% English
• 2nd Grade = 80% Spanish/20% English
• 3rd Grade = 70% Spanish/30% English
• 4th Grade = 60% Spanish/40% English
• 5th Grade = 50% Spanish & English

Culturally Inclusive

• In the heart of downtown Medford, students are immersed in cultural experiences through family nights through the year!

Application for the 2025-26 school year 

Who is Eligible? 

Selection Process:

Jackson students will have priority placement. 

If accepted, you will be notified by Jackson Elementary. If accepted, you will be invited to attend a parent information session at Jackson Elementary School. If we receive more applications than spaces available, we will hold a random lottery drawing to select the students. A waitlist will be created for the remaining students. As openings occur, students from the waitlist will be placed in the order they were drawn. If your child would normally attend a different school in the district other than Jackson, you will complete an intradistrict transfer in May to Jackson (only if accepted to the program). Please feel free to contact the Teaching and Learning department regarding the application process at 541-842-3627.