Program Details

  • For the 2022-2023 school year, the Dual Language Program is located at two schools:

    UPDATE- School No. 16, for Kindergarten and Grade 1 
    UPDATE- Edward W. Kilpatrick, for grades 2-3

    The long-term goal is to achieve a high level of academic performance for both groups of students in the target languages. Our program is designed to increase student proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in English and Spanish. Dual language students develop bilingualism, biliteracy, and biculturalism preparing them to be more competitive in a global economy.

    Candidates selected for the Dual Language Program are selected based on various criteria. Students are screened in English and Spanish to ascertain the level of proficiency in the target language. In addition to teacher recommendation, a parent interviewed is conducted to assess their needs and determine the level of parental support and commitment.

    Please send all inquiries to BilingualReferrals@paterson.k12.nj.us.

    Dual Language Application

Brochure

  • All students will develop first and second language proficiency.
    All students will develop high levels of academic achievement.
    All students will demonstrate positive cross-cultural attitudes and behaviors.

    Download the brochure for full details.