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Dual-Language
The District Dual-Language program helps students develop linguistic proficiency and achieve academic
success in two languages. In FY25, there were 35 Spanish-English Dual-Language programs and three Haitian
Creole-English programs, collectively serving over 10,000 students.
In FY25, the department implemented an accelerated beginning-Spanish reading program for bilingual and
dual-language learners to enhance multisensory instruction in phonemic awareness, phonics, and fluency. This
instruction aligns with the current English phonics implementation, fostering a cohesive and supportive literacy
environment. To ensure fidelity of implementation, 160 teachers received comprehensive summer training.
Additionally, the Dual-Language team facilitated cadres of over 100 K-5 teachers, focusing on improving profi-
ciency in biliteracy instruction using the District’s core reading curriculum and biliteracy-focused cohorts for
K-2 teachers to strengthen foundational skills.

Latinos in Action
The District Latinos in Action (LIA) curriculum, which focuses on developing student leadership skills and
promoting community service, is offered in 12 high schools and five middle schools. LIA students provided
cross-age literacy tutoring at 21 elementary schools and participated in community events such as Fiesta de
Pueblo, parent nights, and fashion shows. During FY25, LIA expanded to the elementary level, with Palm Springs
ES and Melaleuca ES as the first District elementary schools to implement the program. At these sites, students
in grades 3 and 4 tutored kindergarten students and planned and implemented leadership projects within their
schools.

LIA elementary students attended their first LIA Leadership Conference at Florida Atlantic
University.
LIA 2025 scholarship winners

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