The Socorro Independent School District will be implementing an updated districtwide Dual Language program beginning in the 2026-2027 school year.
In SISD Dual Language, students will become bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish through rigorous instruction and multicultural experiences. Appropriate resources will be implemented to ensure students are academically, socially and linguistically successful in both English and Spanish to become globally competitive citizens.
The implementation of the updated program for the 2026-2027 school year will include the following grade levels and students:
Grade Levels
Pre-Kindergarten (3-year-old)
Pre-Kindergarten (4-year-old)
Kindergarten
Bilingual Students
All PK3 through kindergarten students identified as Emergent Bilingual in the registration process will be automatically placed in a Dual Language classroom.
Denials
If a student is identified as an Emergent Bilingual student, but parent/guardian denies services, the student may not participate in the Dual Language classroom.
Monolingual students
These students are primarily served in general education classrooms. If space is available in a Dual Language classroom and you are interested in your child participating, please indicate your interest on the registration form for the 2026-2027 school year.
In the Dual Language program, 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 the global society.
Why should I consider the dual language program for my child?
Provide students 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
For more information, please visit www.sisd.net/dual-language.