The Hollister Dual Language Academy hosted its first
International Open House on May 12.
The afternoon began with games and activities for students and
their families focused around India, Kenya, Italy and Puerto Rico.
The entertainment followed and included a youth mariachi, a Mexican
ballet folklorico and classroom presentations from India, Kenya,
and Puerto Rico. There were more than 200 people in attendance,
including current and future parents, current and future students,
community members and school staff.
The Hollister Dual Language Academy hosted its first International Open House on May 12.
The afternoon began with games and activities for students and their families focused around India, Kenya, Italy and Puerto Rico. The entertainment followed and included a youth mariachi, a Mexican ballet folklorico and classroom presentations from India, Kenya, and Puerto Rico. There were more than 200 people in attendance, including current and future parents, current and future students, community members and school staff.
After the multicultural and vibrant performances, classrooms were opened for all to see. Along with classroom learning that has taken place throughout the school year, each grade level showcased a different country from different continents; India, Kenya, Puerto Rico, and Italy. Teachers designed and integrated curricular lessons around each of the countries. Classrooms were transformed both culturally and academically.
Students not only continue to learn both English and Spanish at HDLA, but they were given the opportunity to learn Hindi, Swahili, and Italian songs, phrases and words. This event reinforced the philosophy of the Hollister Dual Language Academy, bilingualism, biliteracy, and multiculturalism.
