Garland ISD's Vietnamese Dual Language Program at Hickman Elementary

Hickman Elementary's Dual Language Program

• 🏫 Hickman Elementary School in Garland ISD is highlighted for its successful Vietnamese dual language immersion program.
• 🎯 The program serves students from pre-K through fifth grade, with a significant portion of students being of Vietnamese descent.
• 📈 The program has seen growth, expanding from a single pre-K section to a full strand, and has contributed to improved TEA accountability ratings for the campus.

Program Structure and Goals

• 💡 The dual language program aims to help students master both English and Vietnamese, while also celebrating their culture.
• 📚 Teachers like Miss Taamwin and Miss Buoie implement an intentional yet individualized curriculum.
• 🧩 Subjects like social studies and math are taught in Vietnamese, while science and English are taught in English, with languages used interchangeably throughout the day.

Impact on Students

• 🗣️ Students in the program enter with varying levels of English proficiency, from no English to a solid foundation.
• ✅ By the time students complete the program at Hickman Elementary, they are proudly fluent in both languages, with their home language being highly valued.
• 🌟 The program provides a unique educational experience that supports both academic achievement and cultural identity.