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Partial Spanish Immersion FAQ

The Partial Spanish Immersion Program at Lincoln School was started by a small group of dedicated parents in the early 1990's who wanted to integrate language with standard district curriculum. In 1994, the PSIP started and has grown to encompass grades 1st through 5th grade.

PSIP teaches District 97 curriculum with the addition of intensive Spanish language instruction (listening, speaking, reading, writing) for 30% of the day. Instruction is aligned with national and Illinois foreign language standards.

The PSIP does have a website, but also has developed a two page reference with the most frequently asked questions parents have about the program.

Please download a convenient FAQ about the PSIP at Lincoln School (adobe acrobat file) PSIP_FAQ_07.pdf (71.8K).

For further information, please contact:

Cathy Hamilton
Principal
Lincoln School
(for parents who would like to enroll their children into the PSIP)
chamilton@op97.org

Kathleen Priceman
Senior Faculty Member
kpriceman@op97.org

PSIP Faculty Meet to Plan for Fall 2007

The Lincoln School Partial Spanish Immersion (PSIP) teachers began their summer break with a two- day work session. Jessica Parra the newly hired third grade PSIP teacher joined veterans, Gloria Arreola, Liz Chase-Vivas, Katheen Priceman and Marysol Sandoval, as they revised the curriculum and planned special excursions and activities for the 2007-08 academic year.

Fall 2007 will see the piloting of LINGUAFOLIO JR. by students in grades 1-5. LINGUAFOLIO JR. is a document in which language learners can record and reflect on their language learning and cultural experiences. It is designed for students in elementary and middle schools. It is a precursor to LINGUAFOLIO which is designed for students and educators in secondary schools and universities as well as adult learners. Lincoln School PSIP is excited to be one of the first schools in Illinois to utilize this program.

4th Annual Spanish Immersion Picnic!

Lincoln School is hosting the annual Partial Spanish Immersion Program (PSIP) Pot Luck Event on Monday, August 27, 2007 @ 6PM at the Lincoln School Activity Room.

Families of students entering the following grades are asked to contribute…
All families are asked to please bring their own plates, napkins & utensils.

1st Appetizers or Main dishes (10-15 servings)
2nd Main dishes (10-15 servings)
3rd Salad, fruit, or veggies (10-15 servings)
4th Desserts (15-20 servings)
5th Cups and Beverages (20-25 servings)

Questions? Please contact:
Katy Moore (1st, 2nd & 5th grades)
Anna Miller (3rd grade)
Nancy Scullion (4th grade) Download the pdf announcement Download Immersion_Picnic_2007.pdf