G.L.A.D. to Expand Their Horizons

Global Language Academies of Downey (G.L.A.D.)

Downey Unified’s G.L.A.D. dual language immersion program teaches children to think, read, write, and communicate naturally in two different languages with the goal to become biliterate in both English and a target language.

G.L.A.D. empowers students to achieve high levels of academic success and develop cross-cultural skills that will give your child various advantages for the rest of their lives!

G.L.A.D. Programs

	Spanish Dual Language Immersion	IB Spanish Dual Language Immersion
Carpenter Elementary	—
Imperial Elementary		—
Williams Elementary		—

How Does G.L.A.D. Benefit Your Child?

Brain Development

Learning a second language stimulates the brain to develop higher-level reasoning skills. These skills are also needed for complex critical thinking in math, science and language arts.

Self-Esteem

Children who are educated in two languages have stronger self-esteem with more tolerance for, and more interest in, other cultures.

Community

The whole school community, including parents, is viewed as partners in learning and actively contributes to a holistic educational experience.

Respect

Students acquire a sense of respect for diﬀerent cultures and the world.

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Application Process

The application window for the 2025-2026 school year is now open until January 31, 2025.

1. Attend a mandatory informational meeting

2. Complete and submit an application

3. Receive an e-mail notification if accepted or waitlisted

4. If accepted, complete online enrollment

TK Age Eligibility:

For the 2025-26 school year in CA, children are eligible for TK if they turn 4 years old by September 1, 2025.

Kindergarten Age Eligibility

The child must turn 5 years old before September 1, 2025.

Apply Today

Now accepting inter-district permits!

Informational Meeting are mandatory for new families

It is important to meet with us to further discuss the expectations and requirements for this program. If you were unavailable to attend a meeting, but are still interested in applying, please contact us before January 31, 2025.

Phone: (562) 904-3588
Email: glad@dusd.net

Sign Up for an Informational Meeting!

Meetings are mandatory for new families. All meetings are online at 5:30 p.m.

Links will be provided via email after registration. Translation is available.

Contact DUSD

Please fill out our inquiry form or call to speak with a representative.

Phone: (562) 904-3588
Email: glad@dusd.net

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G.L.A.D. to Expand Their Horizons

Global Language Academies of Downey (G.L.A.D.)

G.L.A.D. Programs

Spanish

Dual Language Immersion

IB Spanish