Vietnamese Dual Language Nov 19th

“I’m so proud my 2nd grader can read, write and speak in two languages” - Parent

If you are a parent who would like your child to master both Vietnamese and English...

If you are a parent with a child who will be in Kindergarten or 1st grade in September 2014…

If you are a community member who is concerned about the prosperity and well-being of the Vietnamese community….

Please join us for a special Vietnamese Community Meeting on:

Portland Dual Language Immersion for 2014

Tuesday, November 19th, 2013
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Madison High School Library
2735 NE 82nd Ave, Portland
RSVP online

Why is Dual Language Immersion important for our community?

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• One of the best programs to help students learn English
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• Prepares them for college
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• Strengthens self-confidence and cultural identity
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• Increases job opportunities
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Portland Public Schools, VNCO and APANO are committed to our children’s academic success. In order to better serve our “English Language Learning” students, PPS has agreed to start the first “Dual Language Immersion” program in Oregon where students will master English and Vietnamese. Students will learn both languages and apply them in reading, writing, science, and math.

Come to the Meeting to:

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• Learn how Dual Language Immersion works
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• Ask parents and teachers questions
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• Share your opinion
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There will be a light dinner provided. Childcare and interpretation will be available, please RSVP or contact us by November 15th.

RSVP online or by contacting Michael Chau Pham chaupham@pps.net 971-373-1063

Sponsored by: Portland Public Schools (PPS), Vietnamese Community of Oregon (VNCO) and Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon (APANO)