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Spanish Dual Language Academy

Our Spanish Dual Language Academy offers students the opportunity to achieve higher academic performance through an immersive bilingual education. By the time they graduate, students demonstrate academic success in both their first and second languages, with performance levels for native English speakers and English Language Learners at or above grade level.

 

Our curriculum not only meets academic standards but challenges students to excel and prepare for higher education and other post-secondary opportunities.

Program of Study at OCSCS
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Enchanced Cognitive Skills & Social Skills

Bilingual education improves cognitive and metalinguistic skills, helping students think more critically and flexibly. Studies show that bilingual learners develop enhanced problem-solving skills and the ability to understand complex concepts across subjects, benefiting them both academically and personally.

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​Through bilingual education, students not only develop strong academic skills but also build self-esteem and confidence. They learn to value and celebrate cultural differences, preparing them to be leaders in an increasingly interconnected world.

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Cultural Competence and a Global Perspective

At our academy, students gain a broader view of language and cultures, fostering a deep understanding and appreciation of global diversity. All students will learn to interact cross-culturally and develop strong communication skills that empower them to navigate diverse environments with confidence and empathy.

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Recognition of Biliteracy & the Pathway to the Seal of Biliteracy

We are committed to nurturing high levels of proficiency in both English and Spanish. Upon completing our program, students will graduate with a Dual Language Proficiency Recognition Award for students who meet the criteria. This will help support student's pathway to the the prestigious State Seal of Biliteracy (SSB), which is marked by a gold seal on the diploma or transcript, recognizing students who have mastered reading, writing, and speaking in two or more languages at high school graduation.

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Non-Discrimination Statement

The Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in all district activities, programs, and employment based upon actual or perceived gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, ethnicity, color, religion, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, immigration status, sex, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups or any other basis protected by law or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment.

 

In accordance with AB-1078, this applies to all acts of the governing board and the superintendent of the school district in enacting policies and procedures that govern the local educational agency.

 

The following employees have been designated to handle questions or complaints of alleged discrimination: Employee complaint- Dr. Issaic Gates, Deputy Superintendent, Human Resources (714) 985-8408. Title IX and any other discrimination complaints - Dr. Baldwin Pedraza, Director, Student Services (714) 985-8670bpedraza@pylusd.org. Title II Coordinator / 504 Coordinator / Americans with Disabilities Act complaints - Dr. Baldwin Pedraza, Director, Student Services (714) 985-8670. Bullying, intimidation complaints - Tonya Gordillo, Administrator, Student Services (714) 985-8671. The mailing address for all compliance officers is 1301 E. Orangethorpe Avenue, Placentia, CA 92870.

 

Procedure for Complaints. Uniform Complaint Policy Form 1312.3. Williams Uniform Complaint Procedures Form 132.4.

 

Employee/Student Non-Fraternization Policy: BP 4101.

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