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VisionEvery Hawthorne student will enter middle school on or above grade level.

Mission We will prepare every student to reach his or her full potential in a dual lan-guage environment. We will do so by taking responsibility for high levels of learning; recognizing and valuing differences in our classrooms, in our school, and in our community; fostering a safe and mutually respectful environment; and partnering with families and the community.

Welcome to Hawthorne Elementary, Spanish Immersion School!Hawthorne Elementary is nestled in the Highlands between the cities of Strathmoor and Wellington and near both Sullivan University and the Farmington Historic Plantation. We are proud to be the only K–5 language immersion school in Jefferson County.


Declaración de visionTodos los estudiantes de Hawthorne llegarán con un nivel escolar correspondiente o superior al sexto grado.

Propósito de mission Es nuestra misión preparar a cada estudiante para que puedan alcanzar su potencial en una cultura bilingue. Alcanzaremos nuestra meta:

•• Asumiendo responsabilidad de alta calidad de aprendizaje

•• Reconociendo y valuando diferencias en nuestras clases, nuestra escuela y en nuestra comunidad

•• Creando una comunidad de respeto y seguridad

•• Y lo haremos colaborando con nuestras familias y comunidad.

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DUAL LANGUAGE SPANISH IMMERSION SCHOOLDual Language Spanish Immersion School

Hawthorne es un lugar donde van a valorar la

herencia hispana de mi hijo, van a respetar su otro idioma, que es

el español, y al mismo tiempo van a continuar la educación y el uso de ese idioma.

—Ing. José Rafael Herrera-Caballero (padre de estudiante de

Hawthorne)

Hawthorne is a place where they will value my son’s Hispanic

heritage; will respect his other language, which is Spanish; and at the same time will continue the education and use of Spanish.

—José Rafael Herrera-Caballero (father of a Hawthorne

student)

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The Hawthorne Dual Language ApproachAll kindergarten through fifth-grade Hawthorne students participate in the Spanish immersion program. Students learn math, science, and Spanish literacy in Spanish for half of the school day, and students learn English language arts and social studies in English for half of the school day. Hawthorne also provides students with varied opportunities to use their second language in daily interactions and extracurricular ac-tivities for cross-cultural enrichment.

Hawthorne—A Positive Behavior School!Hawthorne Elementary is a voluntary participant in the nationally recognized Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS). Teachers and staff explicitly teach behavior in a fun and supportive way. Each day, teachers and students engage in discussions and activities that address empathy, collaboration, and personal responsibility. In addition to PBIS, Hawthorne also uses Second Steps, Class Dojo, and Peace Education to develop children’s core social skills and to give them the knowledge and experience to work effectively with others. At every step along the way, Hawthorne celebrates positive behavior and personal growth.

Having moved to Haw-thorne after eight years as a

bilingual teacher in Barranquilla, Co-lumbia, and later Sante Fe, I am thrilled

to be surrounded by a teaching staff of such caliber and parents who are so excited about the dual language program. I’m also a Hawthorne parent, and I’m

very happy that my children will have a formal education in both English

and Spanish.

—Stefanie

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Does Hawthorne support struggling learners and advanced learners?All students are given a universal screener at the beginning of the school year. Teachers and staff use the screener, along with parent and teacher input, to determine specific learning needs of all students. Some students will receive interventions by our highly qualified, certified intervention teachers to get them caught up in grade-level standards. Other students will partic-ipate in enrichment classes through our Next Steps Program (first through third grade) or differentiated special area classes (fourth through fifth grade). All students will receive targeted, student-specific support from their classroom teachers.

Why should my child learn a second language starting in kindergarten instead of taking a second language in high school? The nature of our brains is such that it is easier to learn a sec-ond language early in life. This is especially so for children who begin to learn a language when they enter elementary school.

What are the benefits of bilingual education?Studies show that on average, bilingual students perform as well or better on stan-dardized tests than monolingual students while gaining fluency in a second language. Mastering a second language enhances students’ creativity, develops stronger vocabulary, and improves problem-solving ability. Bilingual students read more, have the ability to communicate with more peo-ple, and obtain skills that may give them a competitive advantage in the workplace.

Q uestions Parents Frequently Ask

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FAQs (continued)


Does dual language mean that students learn the same material twice (in English and in Spanish)? No, material is not repeated in each language. While there may be an initial lag in reading and word knowledge, research shows that this dis-crepancy soon disappears and dual language pro-grams ultimately enhance native language ability no matter which language is your first language.

In the Spanish Immersion Program, if my child learns something in Spanish, will he or she understand the same concept in English? Yes, but not without a little effort! Immersion teachers use special techniques to help students learn content matter, such as collaborative work, visual aids, hands-on projects, and music. Your child’s success is also influenced by his or her own interest or investment in learning the language as well as by parental involvement. The immersion

program is intended to be a challenging curriculum designed to help your child reap the benefits of his or her efforts.

Are all Hawthorne classroom teachers certified? Yes, only teachers who have a Kentucky teaching license may be classroom teachers. Hawthorne is proud to have a diverse teaching staff from multiple countries. In some classrooms, native Spanish-speak-ing bilingual assistants enrich classrooms by assisting teachers. These assisting educators are college-edu-cated and are able to contribute significantly to the learning experience for students.

Does Hawthorne have school uniforms? Yes, Hawthorne does require uniforms. Essentially, students wear a collared shirt of any color with navy, khaki, or black pants, shorts, or skirts. However, students have multiple opportunities throughout the year to earn Free Dress Day Passes.

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Band and Orchestra (Fifth Grade)Essentials of playing an instrument and performing in a group; taught by certified Jefferson County Pub-lic Schools (JCPS) music teachers

Basketball/Cheerleading (Third Through Fifth Grades)Learning about teamwork and competition while extending friendships

Chess Club (First Through Fifth Grades)Improving critical-thinking skills; led by a nationally ranked chess master (bilingual)

Child Enrichment Program (CEP)Before- and after-school programming offered in partnership with the YMCA of Greater Louisville

Cross-Country (Kindergarten Through Fifth Grades)Competitive cross-country team that focuses on personal growth, team support, and overall health

Drama Club (Kindergarten Through Fifth Grades)The essentials of acting and performing; taught by professional actors (bilingual)

Hawthorne Kids Choir (Second Through Fifth Grades)Essentials of voice performance in a student-friendly format; taught by professional singers

E xtracurricular Opportunities

Running Club (Kindergarten Through Fifth Grades)Noncompetitive running club that focuses on personal growth and team support

Tae Kwon Do (First Through Fifth Grades) Self-confidence, discipline, and fitness through the martial arts

Tennis (Second Through Fifth Grades)Essentials of tennis taught by a tennis pro


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