PASSPORT
Abstract
Our World Language (WL) program, PASSPORT (Proficiency in ASL and Spanish for Students through Partnerships, Offerings, Recruitment strategies, and Technology), will produce WL proficient students. Project Activities: K-12 Continuum: age-appropriate, proficiency-based instruction beginning in Grade 1 in Spanish and American Sign Language; beginning in middle school with French, German, Portuguese, Latin, Chinese, and Japanese. Students will earn up to two WL credits in middle school, setting students on a trajectory to complete a Level V course in 11th grade. Interpreter Certification: In 12th grade, students passing the AP or other WL proficiency exam will be eligible to complete an Interpreter Certification Program provided by the University of Georgia (UGA). Professional Learning: focus on curriculum development that links language, culture, and relevant content so students develop advanced proficiency and cross-cultural competencies. Location: Camden County Schools, located in rural southeastern Georgia, serves 9,123 students in grades K-12. Our county’s largest employer is the Kings Bay Naval Submarine Base. Our ten target schools include: Crooked River, David L. Rainer, Kingsland, Mamie Lou Gross, Mary Lee Clark, Matilda Harris, St. Mary’s, and Sugarmill Elementary Schools, Camden Middle School, and Camden High School, with an average of 25.8% military dependent. Expected Outcome(s): Our objectives include increased: 1) student access to engaging and challenging WL curriculum; 2) WL proficiency levels; and 3) teacher access to resources and professional learning in WL instruction.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Sep 30, 2021
- Source ID
- HE12542112002
Entities
People
- Denise Cato
Organizations
- Department of Defense Education Activity
- United States Department of Defense