INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

2017-18 APPLICATION PACKET

FORT WORTH INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Dear Applicant,

Your generation is part of an exciting time where being

bilingual or multilingual is essential for a well-rounded

global education.

The World Languages Institute (6-12) is a School of Choice

and the first Fort Worth ISD School focused to continue the

biliteracy and bilingualism of Dual Language Enrichment

and Spanish Immersion students, which includes a strong

cultural component. At this school, you will continue to

receive instruction in Spanish and English in a rigorous

academic project based setting, which will include Pre-AP

and accelerated courses delivered by Gifted and Talented

certified teachers.

A strong technology component will also be incorporated

in the day-to-day instruction, which together with the

opportunity to add a third language will provide you with

the tools to embrace any career of your choice.

Our school will collaborate and participate in many

exciting projects with local universities, Sister Cities, just

to mention a few.

Before applying for the World Languages Institute; review

the student profile and criteria.

Your complete application must be submitted in a

timely manner before it can be processed and reviewed.

Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Student

selection will be based upon lottery selection.

All students who apply to attend World Languages Institute

will participate in an English and Spanish assessment to

determine their linguistic and instructional needs in both

languages. The exam is administered in the month of May.

An orientation meeting mandatory to all applicants will

take place in January at 6 P.M., date and location TBD.

For your convenience, apply online at

fwisd.org/choice.

Submit paper applications to:

Fort Worth Independent School District

AAIL Department

100 N. University Dr., Suite NE243

Fort Worth, TX 76107

Space is limited; therefore, be sure that your completed

application is received by:

5 P.M. Friday, December 9, 2016.

Application Instructions

Please complete the following:

1. Visit fwisd.org/choice to apply online or download a

paper application.

2. CHOICES Application Form: Make sure that your

information is accurate and written legibly.

3. Spanish Essay: Write a handwritten essay in Spanish

sharing why you would like to continue your biliteracy in

a bilingual academic setting; include, how you think this

type of education will help you with your career goals.

Please include your academic and personal interests. Your

essay should be two pages in length and written on the

template provided.

4. Students who are English only speakers interested in

the Spanish Immersion Program will write their essay in

English and express why they want to learn Spanish.

Please submit the following to the AAIL Department at

100 N. University, Fort Worth, TX 76107 Ste. NE243 by

5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 9, 2016:

1. Report Card: Submit your most recent report card

2. Essay

If you or your parents have any questions, please contact me

at guadalupe.barreto@fwisd.org.

Sincerely,

Guadalupe Barreto, Principal

WORLD LANGUAGES INSTITUTE 2017 - 2018 APPLICATION PACKET

Fort Worth ISD’s World Languages Institute (WLI) is the first secondary school to open its doors to students from the Dual Language Enrichment and Spanish Immersion programs, as well as students who are interested in pursuing careers with an international focus.

WLI students will continue their study of Spanish and English by taking courses in both languages, and they will have the opportunity to begin the study of a third or fourth language. Students will graduate from WLI multilingual and multicultural – a perfect match for the marketplace that awaits them.

• The first Fort Worth ISD

school focused to continue the

biliteracy and bilingualism of

Dual Language Enrichment and

Spanish Immersion students with

a strong cultural component as

part of their global education.

• Students will continue to receive

instruction in Spanish and English

in a rigorous, academic project-

based setting, which will include

Pre-AP and accelerated courses.

• Technology will be used in daily

instruction, and together with

the opportunity to add a third

language, students will receive a

well-rounded education that will

open doors to many careers.

• Students completing the program

requirements will receive the

Bilingual/Biliteracy Seal on

their high school diploma.

• Students will have enriched

experiences through community

service and exchange

programs with Sister Cities.

Intensive language study and a rigorous academic curriculum will equip multilingual students for careers of the future across the globe. The multilingual staff, the students and their parents, together with the community, will follow a path of academic excellence while developing the leaders of tomorrow’s world. The World Languages Institute will provide: • Pre-AP Courses • French, Latin, German, Japanese,

Chinese, American Sign Language • Exploratory Language course • Language and Culture from Around the World• Clubs including basketball, theatre, Whiz Quiz,

instrumental music and choir (non-UIL)

Eligibility requirements include: • bilingual, speaking English/Spanish or English

speaker wanting to be immersed in Spanish• the desire to learn a third language • meet criteria standards

“As a bilingual instructional leader, I would like to inspire

the staff, the students

and the community to view bilingualism as the light

of the world.”

WLI does not offer UIL athletic or music programs. Informal intramural activities may be available based on student interest.

- Guadalupe Barreto, principal

World Languages Institute – Student Profile• Committed bilingual student who wants to continue

in a Spanish/English academic setting, with a strong bicultural focus or committed monolingual English student wanting to be immersed in an Spanish/English academic setting.

• Willing to explore other languages, cultures and open to diversity

• Seeks new educational experiences through technology and project-based learning

• Desires a well-rounded education leading to life-long global opportunities

Mandatory Student Criteria• Current or former student of the Dual Language

Enrichment program who attended 1-5 grades or Current student of the Spanish Immersion program who has attended 1-5 grades or student wanting to learn Spanish in an immersion setting.

• Commitment to maintain Spanish/English Biliteracy• Must meet state criteria for advancement to the next

grade level• Good attendance and conduct • Must participate in Spring and/or Summer events

(2017)

WORLD LANGUAGES INSTITUTE 2017 - 2018 APPLICATION PACKET

World Languages Institute – Parent Profile• Committed to support your student in his/her

bilingual/bicultural educational quest• Willing to participate and to support WLI projects• Attend required meetings Important Information November 11, 2016

Application Available – Apply on-line at fwisd.org/choice

November 11-12, 2016 CHOICES EXPO: Wilkerson-Greines Activity Center, 5201 Roberson Friday, November 11 - 4:00 - 7:30 pmSaturday, November 12 - 9:00 am - Noon

November 15, 2016 OPEN HOUSE TOURS FOR PARENTS: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

November 17, 2016 OPEN HOUSE TOURS FOR PARENTS: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

December 9, 2016 Application due by 5:00pm

Week of February 6, 2017 Notification letters mailed to parents

I understand and agree to the application requirements and conditions for the World Languages Institute.

Parent/Guarding Signature Date

WORLD LANGUAGES INSTITUTE STUDENT APPLICATION

STUDENT ESSAY: Please use the lines below to complete the essay.

Spanish Essay: Write a handwritten essay in Spanish sharing why you would like to continue your biliteracy in a bilingual academic setting. Include, how you think this type of education will help you with your career goals. Please include your academic and personal interests. Your essay should be two pages in length and written on this template.

English monolingual students entering Spanish immersion for the first time, may write the essay in English.

STUDENT NAME: STUDENT ID#:

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