Immersion
Learning a second language at an early age...
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Has a positive effect on intellectual growth.
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Enriches and enhances a child's mental development.
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Leaves students with more flexibility in thinking, greater sensitivity to language, and a better ear for listening.
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Improves a child's understanding of his/her native language.
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Gives a child the ability to communicate with people s/he would otherwise not have the chance to know.
Learning a second language opens the door to other cultures and helps a child understand and appreciate people from other countries. Our students will have a head start in language requirements for college, which in turn could lead to increased job opportunities in careers where knowing another language is a real asset or requirement.
To learn more about the benefits of immersion click on the links below:
What Parents Want to Know About Foreign Language Immersion Programs - CAL.org
Being Bilingual May Boost Your Brain Power - NPR.org