Dual immersion and bilingual programs provide two language groups - English and Spanish - with an opportunity to become bilingual and biliterate. The student’s first language is used to support the acquisition of their second; students learn to read, write and speak both languages. By using both languages equally, students stand strong, appreciating and bridging cultures while achieving academic success. Becoming proficient in both languages is recognized as a significant intellectual and cultural achievement which prepares students to be powerful contributors in our global society.

More than forty years of research consistently documents the power of language immersion programs to help students attain high levels of second language proficiency. No other type of instruction, short of living in a second language environment, is as successful. SLCSD offers Spanish language programs at several schools. 

Dual language immersion offers a rich bilingual experience for young learners when their minds are developmentally best able to acquire a second language. Instruction is divided between two high quality, creative classrooms: one English, one Spanish. Students enjoy the advantage of two caring, qualified teachers.

The English-speaking teacher uses half of the instruction day to teach English language arts (reading, writing, and spelling) as well as other subjects of the curriculum (science, social studies, math, etc.) The Spanish-speaking teacher uses the other half of the day to teach Spanish Literacy, Math, and portions of social studies, art, science, music, P.E. and health topics from the grade-appropriate level of the Utah State Core Curriculum.

In class, the Spanish teacher speaks only in Spanish and communicates using a range of engaging strategies including pictures, songs, games, body language, expressions, drama, pantomime, etc. Children at this age are adept at picking up language in meaningful contexts. After a brief period at the beginning of the year, students too will speak only in Spanish during Spanish class.

SLCSD Dual-Immersion

Utah Dual-Immersion 

Utah Participating Schools

 

 

 

Magnet Information & Schools

Magnet Gifted & Talented Program Information

The Extended Learning Program (ELP) is designed to serve gifted and high ability students in two service models in elementary and middle schools:

1.   Magnet Gifted & Talented (full time; grades K-8).  The Magnet Gifted & Talented program (Magnet) is a district administered program in which students are identified by national normed assessment measures.  Eligibility is determined at the district level.
2.   AAMP (part time; grades 4-8).  
 

Elementary Magnet Gifted & Talented (full time)

• Magnet serves students in a full day program at five schools, taught by certified teachers who have received or are receiving a Gifted and Talented Education Endorsement.

• Students are found eligible for Magnet through an assessment process.
  
  Elementary School Magnet Gifted & Talented classes are housed at:
  Edison Elementary (grades 1-5)
  Indian Hills Elementary (grades 1-6)
  Nibley Park Elementary (grades 1-6; Dual Language Spanish)
  Washington Elementary (grades 5 & 6)
  Whittier Elementary (grades 1-6)
   

Middle School Magnet ELP (full time)

• Magnet serves students in up to four core subjects at Clayton Middle School, Hillside Middle School, and West High School. 

• Students are found eligible for Middle School Magnet through an assessment process.
  
  Middle School Magnet ELP classes are housed at:
  Clayton Middle School
  Hillside Middle School
  West High School

                MAGNET GIFTED & TALENTED SCHOOL ADDRESSES:

Edison Elementary School	466 South Cheyenne Street	Salt Lake City, Utah  84104
Indian Hills Elementary School	2496 St. Mary's Drive	Salt Lake City, Utah  84108
Nibley Park Elementary School	2785 South 800 East	Salt Lake City, Utah  84106
Washington Elementary School	420 North 200 West	Salt Lake City, Utah  84103
Whittier Elementary School	1600 South 300 East	Salt Lake City, Utah  84115
Clayton Middle School	1470 South 1900 East	Salt Lake City, Utah  84108
Hillside Middle School	1825 South Nevada Street	Salt Lake City, Utah  84108
West High School	241 North 300 West	Salt Lake City, Utah  84103

Extended Learning Program (ELP) testing Information

For information on the Elementary Magnet ELP testing, Click the below link.

Salt Lake City School District's Extended Learning Program (ELP)

2024-2025 School Year

PreK 3: Child must be three-years-old by September 1, 2024 to be considered, no exceptions.

PreK 4: Child must be four-years-old by September 1, 2024 to be considered, no exceptions.

PLEASE ALLOW UP TO two weeks FOR THE EARLY CHILDHOOD OFFICE TO REVIEW YOUR APPLICATION TO DETERMINE PLACEMENT FOR FINAL ENROLLMENT. THANK YOU!

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Our programs are developmentally and culturally appropriate, specifically designed to meet the needs of young children.

Required Documents for Online Pre-Registration 

• Child’s current immunization record 

• Current proof of address 

• Parent or legal guardian’s photo ID 

• Please enter child's name as printed on birth certificate

Registration is Finalized by Appointment Only at the Early Childhood Office

• Child’s official birth certificate (no photocopies)

• A non-refundable registration fee of $30* (Title 1) or $85* (Non-Title 1) *(Fee amount subject to change)

• First month’s tuition (credit/debit card, check, money order, or cash accepted)

• To see if you qualify for Title I reduced tuition, you will need to schedule an appointment to show your 2023 Income Tax Return, (1040 form). Your child’s name must be listed on the form. 

The Early Childhood Department reserves the right to cancel a class due to lack of enrollment.

If you have any questions, please call or email the Early Childhood Office 801-974-9007 ext. 0 or 801-974-8396 ext.  0

Early Childhood Office Hours 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday- Friday

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The early years of a child’s life are crucial for optimal development and our classes provide early learning opportunities for families and their children from prenatal to age five. We believe that parents are their child’s first and most influential teacher and we partner with families to positively guide every child’s development. Our inclusive Early Childhood programs provide high-quality learning environments where children become independent, confident, lifelong learners with a strong sense of self. Families are encouraged to be actively involved in the programs through preschool orientation, family-teacher conferences, classroom volunteering, and family group connections.

Early Childhood: Pre-Kindergarten

PreK Calendar

Dear SLCSD Community Education Families:

All Community Education After-School Programs have very strict standards. Our standards are geared towards assuring a healthy environment, positive staff-to-student interactions, and high-quality programs. Community Education strives to provide all students with a range of enrichment experiences to ensure that every student is Ready for Tomorrow.

Program Overview

Our programs begin when the regular school day ends and remain open until 6:00 PM. We maintain a low staff-to-student ratio, which allows our staff to be more attentive to each student and provide a broader range of enrichment activities. The After-School Program expectations align with the school day expectations & the daily rotations include CARE (Café, Academics, Recreation, & Enrichment). Our enrichment activities incorporate:

• Social and Emotional Learning (SEL), Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM), Digital Citizenship, Health and Wellness, and Enrichment Clubs.

In addition students will have access to enrichment opportunities based on their interests building upon student skills and strengths.  Community Education wants to ensure that every student is Ready for Tomorrow and our high-quality programs will provide access to make students life long-learners. 

Mountain View After-school Information

Register for After-school

Community Education/After-school District Website

Community Education After-School Program 2024-2025 Operation Dates

• Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024  - First Day of Program
• Friday, May 23rd, 2025 -  Last Day of Program

2024-2025 Community Education Tuition Fee Schedule                                      

Tuition Assistance is available at each site.

Fees:

Non-Refundable Registration Fee:

• $75.00 (Non-Title I Fee Schools)
• $15.00 (Title I Fee Schools)
• $25.00 (Middle Schools)

Monthly Tuition Fee:

• $325.00 (Non-Title I Schools)
• $50.00 (Title I Schools)
• $100.00 (Middle Schools – one-time fee for the year)

Tuition is billed on the 15th of the previous month.

Tuition is due on the 1st of each month.

Community Education Central Office Contact information

Community Education

1078 South 300 East
Salt Lake City, Utah 84111

801.578.8275

 

AVID is a program designed to help underserved, first generation college–bound students with high academic potential participate in rigorous course work in preparation for entrance to colleges and universities. Students receive support through tutoring by trained tutors and a proven curriculum based on writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization, and reading.

Student Resources

Parent Resources