Resources
The Dual Language Institute offers a variety of resources to assist Head Start program directors and managers, teacher leaders, and parent leaders in their efforts to meet challenges and to maximize opportunities for young dual language learners. We encourage you to review these resources prior to attending the Institute.
Pre-Institute Resources
Head Start Dual Language Report - Based on a needs assessment and extensive research, recommendations are made for a comprehensive approach to support dual language learners. Innovative programming and resources are highlighted.
Primary Language by Head Start Region - A comparison of the number of children and percentages of primary language (English, Spanish, and Other) for 2000-01 and 2006-07.
Enrollment by Primary Language of the Family – As reported in the Head Start Program Information Report for the 2006-2007 Program Year.
Information Memorandum - Availability of Resources in Spanish on the Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center ACF-IM-HS-08-02
The Revised Head Start Act and Limited English Proficient (LEP) Language - Addressing Children and Families who Speak a Language Other Than English (LOTE)
Websites
Early Learning and Knowledge Center - Dual Language Leaners and Their Families
Pre-Institute Resources
Head Start Dual Language Report - Based on a needs assessment and extensive research, recommendations are made for a comprehensive approach to support dual language learners. Innovative programming and resources are highlighted.
Primary Language by Head Start Region - A comparison of the number of children and percentages of primary language (English, Spanish, and Other) for 2000-01 and 2006-07.
Enrollment by Primary Language of the Family – As reported in the Head Start Program Information Report for the 2006-2007 Program Year.
Information Memorandum - Availability of Resources in Spanish on the Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center ACF-IM-HS-08-02
The Revised Head Start Act and Limited English Proficient (LEP) Language - Addressing Children and Families who Speak a Language Other Than English (LOTE)
Websites
Early Learning and Knowledge Center - Dual Language Leaners and Their Families