Welcome to World Languages
"Increasing student proficiency in a new Language as a career and Workplace skill" - DDE
Why learn a new language and reach a high level of proficiency?
Research and Studies
Elementary Programs Spanish Dual Language Immersion and Spanish Foreign Language Elementary Experience (FLEX)
Dual Language Immersion Program
Spanish
Grades K - 6
FLEX at Summit Academy
Grades K - 6
FLEX at Hermosa Vista and Keller
Grades K - 6
Mesa Academy
Spanish and Chinese
Grades 4 - 6
Resources All languages
STAMP 4S World Languages and Dual Language Proficiency Assessment
Professional Learning Language Teachers
Organizations State and National support for World Languages
Pathway to Proficiency
MPS proudly awards the State Seal of Biliteracy!
Arizona Seal of Biliteracy
The Seal of Biliteracy application window for MPS Class of 2021 is now CLOSED. Students must apply during the 1st quarter of their senior year by completing the Mesa Public Schools Seal of Biliteracy application.
JHS and HS Programs Visit each language page for more information and access to resources.
Proficiency Targets
ASL, French, German, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese
JHS and HS
Spanish/Heritage Speakers
HS
Dine' Bizaad - Navajo Language
HS
Standards
Arizona Department of Education
World and Native Languages Standards
ACTFL Performance Descriptors
NCSSFL- ACTFL Can-Do Statements
ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines
District Resources
Questions about our World Languages Programs?
Contact
Patricia Fernandez,
World Languages and Dual Language Immersion Specialist
pcfernandez@mpsaz.org