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Learn about dual language program
Liberty Elementary School in Carpentersville will be the new site for the district's Dual Language program this fall.
An informational session for interested families will be held at 6 p.m. today at Liberty Elementary School, 6500 Miller Road, Carpentersville.
Applications will be accepted during these sessions, and questions regarding the District 300 English-Spanish Dual Language Program will be answered.
For parents who cannot attend one of these orientation sessions, there will be sessions scheduled in February and March. For details, call (847) 426-1300, ext. 313.
This program is open to all District 300 students who will enter kindergarten to first grade in 2008-09 school year. Transportation is provided.
A dual language program is an enriched form of education. The goal of this innovative, research-based, two-way language initiative is to develop a high level of achievement in speaking, reading and writing in two languages for students in kindergarten to fifth grade. The program strives to promote bilingualism and dual literacy while promoting positive attitudes, knowledge and appreciation of other cultures and their languages. It also helps students to meet or exceed the state standards in all subject areas.
Montessori School hosts open house
Children's House Montessori School will bold a public open house for the parents wanting more information on Montessori education.
The open house will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday in the 3- to 6-year-old classroom at 417 W Main St., West Dundee.
Parents can view the Montessori environment and learn how the individualized curriculum can help children learn to their full potential.
The school has been in Dundee since 1991 offering 3- to 6-year-old preschool including full day kindergarten, and 6- to 9-year-old elementary programs. The school has certified Montessori trained teachers in every classroom with one teacher for every 8 to 10 students and are affiliated members of The American Montessori Society. For details, call Donna at (847) 426-3570 or visit the Web site at www.chmsdundee.com.