The Bilingual Revolution on Capitol Hill for Language Advocacy Day

Posted on February 16, 2018 by Fabrice Jaumont

I was honored to deliver a keynote speech during Language Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill. I shared my views on language education and the potential of dual-language immersion programs for our societies.

Monolingualism can be cured. It is the illiteracy of the 21st century. Being bilingual is the new norm and it must start with our youngest citizens by affording them with as many advantages as possible. Bilingual education is a universal good that should be offered to everyone. Dual-language education is a pathway to respect, tolerance, and mutual understanding in our shrinking world.

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“Creating a Bilingual Revolution in Our Schools,” my Interview for Liz Daly’s Culture Digest

Posted on November 23, 2017 by Fabrice Jaumont

I was interviewed earlier this Month by Elizabeth Rose Daly for her blog, Liz daly’s Culture Digest. I spoke about my new book The Bilingual Revolution, the development of dual-language programs in New York City public schools, and the various models applied by the different linguistic communities I worked with (Polish, German, Japanese, etc.). Continue reading →

The Bilingual Revolution in Washington, DC

Posted on October 24, 2017 by Fabrice Jaumont

Back from DC where I proudly supported the efforts of DC Immersion and its wonderful team in what is now referred to as the Bilingual Revolution in DC. During these three days, I took part in no less than 9 events and talked about my book, the role of parents in creating dual language programs, and how these could benefit DC public schools. I stopped by in all 8 Wards and met with community leaders, elected officials, motivated parents, and bilingual educators, while explaining how NYC parents and educators have created new dual language programs in a dozen of languages.

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Book Tour New York, Washington, Boston

Posted on October 6, 2017 by Fabrice Jaumont

Join me at one of the following events that will happen in New York City, Boston, and Washington! I will present my new book The Bilingual Revolution: The Future of Education is in Two Languages, discuss dual-language program development with great moderators and, sign copies at each event! See you there! Continue reading →

Book Tour in Washington DC on October 20th, 21st and 22nd

Posted on September 29, 2017 by Fabrice Jaumont

Mark your calendar! I will be joining DC Language Immersion Program in Washington DC on October 20th, 21st and 22nd for a series of multilingual series of family-friendly events held in schools, book stores, art centers, playgrounds and private homes in every ward of the District!

It will be the occasion to speak about my new book “The Bilingual Revolution: The Future of Education is in Two Languages” (TBR Books, 2017) and share the successes and challenges of New York City’s communities in their quest for dual language programs. Continue reading →

[FR] “Comment créer des classes d’immersion en français dans une école publique” – Panel organisé à Washington, DC

Posted on April 15, 2016 by Fabrice Jaumont

J’ai récemment participé à une conférence organisée par l’association Français du Monde à l’Ambassade de France à Washington, DC, dans le but de soutenir la création et le développement des filières bilingues dans la ville. Continue reading →