Section 1.

new text begin [120B.122] LANGUAGE IMMERSION SUMMER SCHOOL.
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new text begin (a) Recognizing that young children can readily learn a second language, each
public school student in grades 1 through 4 must attend a minimum of six weeks of
half-day language immersion summer school, consistent with a school district's locally
developed world languages standards. Districts are encouraged to implement a language
immersion curriculum that:
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new text begin (1) develops students' proficiency in the foreign language;
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new text begin (2) develops students' positive attitudes toward those who speak that language and
toward that culture;
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new text begin (3) develops students' language skills appropriate to their age and ability; and
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new text begin (4) allows students to gain skills and knowledge in related content areas.
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new text begin When providing a language immersion summer school, districts must: ensure that
administrative support, qualified teachers who are fluent in the oral and written forms of
the language and have a knowledge of the culture, appropriate foreign language materials,
teacher preparation time, and ongoing staff development training are available; and foster
parent and community support for the program.
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new text begin (b) Consistent with section 120B.021, subdivision 1, school districts must facilitate
students' continued growth in the foreign language throughout the school year and in later
grades through an integrated curriculum and enrichment activities.
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