Multilingual Learners (MLL)

The vision of the English Language Learners department at Fall River Public Schools is to foster a culturally diverse community of lifelong learners who are linguistically, academically, and socially empowered to become successful contributors in our society.

• We believe that all English Language Learners (ELLs) are capable of learning to high standards when provided adequate learning environments, appropriate materials, and qualified teaching;
• We believe that our students arrive with pre-existing knowledge and for this reason, our ESL program must embrace, respect and build upon students’ cultural and linguistic differences;
• We believe in fostering learning for all ELLs that is engaging, rigorous and culturally diverse;
• We believe in a strong community that has a vested interest in every student and that every student is part of the community

The mission of the English Language Learners department at Fall River Public Schools is to increase proficiency for our linguistically diverse English language learners through rigorous instruction that integrates linguistic, cognitive, and academic skills in order to achieve student success while valuing our students’ rich cultural backgrounds.

K-5 Dual Language Program (English-Spanish)

Fall River Public Schools proudly offers the Nueva Vista Dual Language Program at Greene Elementary School.

In this innovative program, students learn to speak, read, and write in both English and Spanish while building friendships with classmates from diverse backgrounds. Native English speakers, native Spanish speakers, and bilingual students learn together, creating a rich learning environment that supports academic success and bilingualism.

Our classrooms are intentionally balanced with native English speakers, native Spanish speakers, and bilingual learners, which allows students to learn from one another while developing strong language skills in both languages.

Research shows that students in dual language programs achieve high levels of academic success while becoming bilingual and biliterate. In addition to strong language and literacy skills, students gain a deeper appreciation for different cultures, develop empathy and respect for others, and build confidence, pride, and a global perspective that prepares them for success in school and beyond.

Interested in learning more? Visit our Dual Language webpage to explore the program and find out how to enroll your child.

If you are interested in the program for your child, please visit our Dual Language webpage.