Dual language education boosts student academic performances across subjects and supports social-emotional learning, all with the added benefits of learning another language.

Overview

The French Dual Language Fund (FDLF) makes bilingual education accessible to a new generation of young Americans within the public educational sphere, empowering a multilingual generation with an expanded worldview and the agency gained through access to diverse cultures. The FDLF aims to expand the reach of French dual language education and French culture across the United States.

Reach

Half of the public schools supported by the FDLF are ‘Title 1’ schools, which serve students from less advantaged communities; a majority are minority students. The FDLF supports young learners across the US and serves French students, American anglophone students, and students from diverse international backgrounds who speak French as a heritage language.

Outcomes

In the years since the launch of the FDLF in 2017, the number of French dual language immersion programs has grown 35%. We are committed to making dual language education accessible to every student through a robust and growing network of schools and resources.

Three Initiatives Support French Dual Language Schools

Pedagogical Project Grant

Support schools in enriching their pedagogical materials, language certification (DELF-DALF) and spearheading new programs. The grant also supports the creation of Francophone zones in schools, as well as cultural activities.

French Teaching Intern Program and Grant

A program which enables language teaching assistants from France to join your French DLI program for a year to enrich the bilingual classroom environment. Please note that grants are available to support your school with the cost of hosting a French Teaching Intern.

Professional Learning Opportunities

An annual summer training program for current and new teachers gathers dual language educators from across the US, promoting a sense of community and best practices in the French dual language network.

A bilingual seminar which brings together current leaders, administrators, advocates, and policymakers to discuss best practices, share resources, and develop strategies for enhancing bilingual education programs.

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This program is part of French for All, a new comprehensive initiative to support equity in access to French language education in the United States.