Students will:
Develop high levels of language proficiency and literacy in both languages.
Demonstrate high levels of academic achievement.
Develop an appreciation and understanding of diverse cultures.
Why is dual language beneficial for both Spanish and English speakers?
Students maintain their first language while acquiring a second language.
Rigorous instruction is provided in both languages.
Students will become biliterate upon completion of the program.
Students will be more marketable in global society.
Why should my child be in a dual language program?
Provide students with the opportunity to communicate and interact with more people around the world.
Give students the skills and knowledge to function in a global society.
Raise students’ confidence and self-esteem.
Close learning gaps.
Campuses
Grade Levels
Pre-K (4 Campuses)
Kindergarten (4 Campuses)
1st Grade (4 Campuses)
2nd Grade (Current students enrolled at Dr. Sue A. Shook and Myrtle Cooper)
3rd Grade (Current students enrolled at Dr. Sue A. Shook and Myrtle Cooper)
4th Grade (Current students enrolled at Dr. Sue A. Shook and Myrtle Cooper)
5th Grade (Current students enrolled at Dr. Sue A. Shook and Myrtle Cooper)
Dual Language Program Model
Pre-K: One-Way (90/10)
K-5th: Two-Way (50/50)
Intra-District Transfer Instructions
Submit Transfer Form for the Dual Language Program
Intra-District Transfer Instructions
Dual Language Academy Handbook
Upcoming Parent Information Nights (2024 - 2025 School Year)
March 21, 2024
April 2, 2024
April 4, 2024
April 11, 2024
Dr. Sue A. Shook Elementary
13777 Paseo Del Este Blvd, El Paso, TX, 79928
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
April 16, 2024
SISD District Service Center Room A: Make-up Session
12440 Rojas Dr., El Paso, TX, 79928
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Contact us for more information at 915-937-0125.