Valuing the use of bilingual speakers


"Can studying a second language in elementary school boost student achievement in other academic areas? Numerous studies suggest that this may be the case." (Learning a Second Language: When & Why)

The District Administration have found that learning a second language in the elementary grades opposed to during adolescent increases the likely-hood of increased cognitive skills, high test scores, and higher achievement in other academic areas. They have also stated that children starting out studying another language at a younger age tend to develop a more native-like pronunciation and maintain fluency.  (Learning a Second Language: When & Why)


Check out this study, which proves a positive relationship between children learning a second language at a younger age and the fostering of other critical developmental skills. 


Learning a Second Language

The use of spanish courses and implementation in schools has decreased. We can't be sure that these students are going to be offered these separate classes so we can take it into our own hands by making an effort to bring spanish into our own classrooms. Studies show that being exposed to a foreign language encourages memory and critical thinking skills (http://www.centredaily.com/2012/02/12/3087391/livening-up-language.html#storylink=cpp/).

It's very valuable to possess the skills of knowing multiple languages. This is a skill that should be encouraged. Schools and teachers should promote the acquiring of another language. 


Check out this article on the benefits of knowing a 2nd language:


Livening up Language