Our Multilingual Department is dedicated to supporting the academic, linguistic, social, and cultural development of students who are learning English as an additional language. We collaborate with families, educators, and the broader community to ensure multilingual learners thrive in inclusive, equitable, and culturally responsive environments.
Our mission is to help students develop English language proficiency while honoring and building upon their home language and cultural heritage. We provide high-quality instruction, equitable access to grade-level content, and a clear pathway to biliteracy and long-term academic success.
Multilingual learners—also known as English Learners or Emergent Bilinguals—are students whose home language is one other than English and who are developing proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in English. All families complete a Home Language Survey at enrollment. If a language other than English is reported, students are assessed using a state-approved screener to determine eligibility for multilingual services.
D99 is committed to validating the identity and experiences of our multilingual learners and their families. We believe that linguistic and cultural diversity is a strength, and we work to ensure all students receive the support they need to succeed academically and socially.
Our Dual Language Program further supports this mission by fostering bilingualism, biliteracy, and biculturalism. Through rigorous, research-based instruction in both English and Spanish, students are empowered to meet and exceed grade-level expectations while developing critical thinking skills and global competencies. Our goal is to prepare students for success in high school, college, and beyond—with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world.
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