[JA] NYC初の日本語DLP ブルックリンPS147で始まる

私は、NYCで初の日本語の二言語同時学習プログラム(DLP)が始まった学校を訪問しました。この訪問で目の当たりにした素晴らしい学校の様子についてご報告したいと思います。この日本語の二言語同時学習プログラム(DLP)というのは、ブルックリンのブッシュウィック地区にあるPS147 アイザック・レムゼンスクールで行われています。私わたしはこのPS147の校長であるサンディー=ノヨラ校長にお会いしました。この学校のリーダーであるノヨラ校長は、まさに山をも動かす情熱的な方でした。 Continue reading “[JA] NYC初の日本語DLP ブルックリンPS147で始まる”

[IT] Prima Sezione Bilingue Inglese-Italiano di New York

Ho di recente visitato la prima sezione del programma inglese-italiano di New York nella scuola pubblica PS 112 Lefferts Park a Bensonhurst. Ho incontrato la preside Louise Verdemare, Joseph Rizzi e Jack Spatola, venerati leader della comunità, e ora anche campioni dell’istruzione bilingue italiana. Come presidi scolastici, sia Jack che Louise sanno come ispirare una intera comunità e ’navigare’ per il complicato sistema scolastico – una rara sintesi di capacità da leader e che può fare una grande differenza. Ho anche visitato la classe pre-K di Holly Dell’Avanzi, ed è stato molto emozionante sentire questi bambini interagire in inglese e italiano.

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New York’s First Italian Dual Language Program

I recently visited the first New York City’s first Italian Dual Language program at PS 112 Lefferts Park in Bensonhurst. I met with Principal Louise Verdemare, Joseph Rizzi and Jack Spatola, revered community leaders, and now champions of Italian dual language education. As school principals, both Jack and Louise also understand how to inspire a community and maneuver the school system – a rare combination of leadership skills that can make a huge difference.  I also visited Holly Dell’Avanzi pre-K class, and it was very touching to hear these children learn in English and Italian.  Continue reading “New York’s First Italian Dual Language Program”

Life as a Bilingual: a Conversation with Francois Grosjean

On September 23, I spoke with Professor François Grosjean, world-renowned psycholinguist and specialist on bilingualism at Albertine Bookstore in New York.

The conversation provided insight on bilingualism, the importance of speaking two languages as well as the advantages and disadvantages that come along. Parents and teachers had the chance to ask questions and share their thoughts on the subject after the conversation.

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Making a wish for more bilingual education in schools

Dear friends,

A few weeks ago I received the Medal of Honor from the Committee of French-speaking Societies in the United States for services rendered to the French community through the Bilingual Revolution. I was also listed as one “who makes other people love France” by French business magazine Les Echos. I am deeply touched by these distinctions, but the truth is, it could not have been possible without the robust effort of parents, teachers, donors, and the unwavering support of the French Embassy and FACE Foundation.  Continue reading “Making a wish for more bilingual education in schools”

[FR] Un intérêt grandissant pour l’éducation bilingue français-anglais au Texas

L’éducation bilingue se développe au Texas. Aux États-Unis, c’est l’un des États qui a ouvert le plus grand nombre de filières bilingues dans le primaire et le secondaire. Selon la Texas Education Agency, environ un sixième des 5 millions d’élèves dans les écoles publiques ou à charte du pays sont classés comme des “apprenants de l’anglais limités” (“Limited English Learners”). Bien sûr, tous les élèves peuvent s’inscrire dans une filière bilingue pour pouvoir devenir bilingue et bilettré. Continue reading “[FR] Un intérêt grandissant pour l’éducation bilingue français-anglais au Texas”

Interest for French-English Bilingual Education Is Growing in Texas!

Bilingual education is growing in Texas which is among the leading states in the nation in the number of schools using bilingual programs at the elementary and secondary level. About a sixth of the almost 5 million students in Texas public and charter schools are classified as “limited English learners,” according to the Texas Education Agency. But any student can enroll in a dual-language program with the end goal of becoming bilingual and biliterate in two languages. Continue reading “Interest for French-English Bilingual Education Is Growing in Texas!”