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Dual Language Immersion Programs (Spanish & Mandarin)

EMCSD is committed to providing opportunities for children to become bilingual, bicultural and biliterate in Spanish and Mandarin. Our goal is to develop academic proficiency in English, Spanish, and Mandarin to prepare students for a multicultural and multilingual world. Our Spanish and Mandarin Dual Language Programs are offered at two campuses in the District. 
 
These programs are completely free. If you do not live within the New Lexington or Durfee school area, don't worry, we will happily grant you an intra-district permit so your child can be part of this wonderful program!
 
Spanish Dual Language Immersion is currently offered at Durfee School. Interested parents can contact the school directly at (626) 443-3900.
 
Mandarin Dual Language Immersion is currently offered at New Lexington School. Interested parents can contact the school directly at (626) 575-2320.
 
If parents are interested enrolling your child in a Dual Language Immersion program, but don't live within Durfee or New Lexington School boundaries, it's okay! We will gladly offer you an intra-district permit so your child can be part of the program. For questions involving District permits, please contact the District main office at (626) 453-3700.