Our Mission Statement
Jardín de  Niños Interlingua Mission
The mission of the  Jardín de Niños  Interlingua, Austin
Bilingual school, is to develop our students' abilities to
think critically and creatively, guide their emotional and
physical growth, and prepare them to flourish in an
increasingly international social, business, and
technological world. We will also assist with the formation
of sound character and high standards of personal
conduct and integrity in our students, while fostering civic
responsibility. The school establishes high standards in all
areas and will help the students achieve or exceed these
standards while strengthening personal initiative and
developing a lifelong interest in learning.

A child's learning ability, cultural interests, and potential for
productive success are enhanced by achieving
competencies in a language different from their own, in a
classroom where children from various cultures learn and
share together. It is our fundamental belief  that a
multi-lingual, multi-cultural education is the key to building
a solid foundation for the future of our communities.

FOCUS ON STUDENTS
Small classes provide the opportunity for increased
interaction between teachers and students, and more
individualized instruction tailored to meet student needs.
Our school will seek to maintain enrollment of 10 students
per teacher (compared with public education standards of
24 students per teacher) with additional support staff to
assist in various educational activities.

While ensuring that our students are able to meet or
exceed recognized educational standards for
accreditation, our School will not aim to produce test
takers, but rather strive to develop students who are able
to think independently and critically.

FOCUS ON LANGUAGE
We have applied and are working towards being   
International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme
Framework 3-12 years old (Certified multicultural and
international curriculum) within the context of an
English-Spanish Dual Language Immersion program.

As part of an overall educational approach, Jardín de
Niños  Interlingua, Austin Bilingual school, will implement
a Spanish/English dual language program in which
students will attain bilingual and biliterate fluency, while
achieving age appropriate goals in all academic areas
such as math, social studies, arts and science. Younger
students will have a higher proportion of Spanish, As
students progress, the program will transition towards
equal time in Spanish and English by 5th grade.

In order to reach the desired levels of academic and
linguistic achievement, students should be enrolled in a
dual language program for a period of five to seven years.

FOCUS ON DIVERSITY
Our belief is that the experience of life is enhanced
through interaction with people with different
backgrounds. As a result, we seek to attract families from
a variety of ethnic, national and linguistic origin. The
school will promote positive intersocial and intercultural
relationships between students, family and school staff,
raising awareness of and appreciation for the complex
social, historical, cultural and political dynamics of an
increasingly interconnected world.

FOCUS ON SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Students of the 21st century must possess a sound
knowledge of Mathematics and Science as well as have
a working familiarity with contemporary technology.
Teachers will be provided with tools that help them to
meet the educational goals of the school and the needs of
students. As a result, students will have access to
computers and other appropriate equipment.

The school administration will employ the Internet as an
effective and efficient means of keeping families updated
on school events and activities, in and out of the
classroom.

FOCUS ON ARTS
Jardín de Niños  Interlingua, Austin Bilingual school,
believes that artistic engagement is essential to the
creative, emotional and intellectual development of each
student. At all grade levels, students will be engaged in
both fine and performing arts, exploring a variety of artistic
media in expanding their creative potential.

"Language and communication are at the heart of the
human experience. The United States must educate
students who are linguistically and culturally equipped to
communicate successfully in a pluralistic American
society and abroad. The imperative envisions a future in
which ALL students will develop and maintain proficiency
in English and at least one other language, modern or
classical. Children who come from non-English
backgrounds should also have opportunities to develop
further proficiencies in their first language."
American Council on the Teaching of Foreign     
Languages, Statement of Philosophy, Standards
for Foreign Language Learning.
Adriana Rodriguez
Director