English Language Learners have a home language other than English and demonstrate a need to improve English proficiency. DSISD offers both ESL (English as a Second Language) and DUAL LANGUAGE One Way Bilingual Program. 

Dripping Springs Elementary hosts the dual-language one-way bilingual program for DSISD. GOMEZ AND GOMEZ One Way model means we host native Spanish speakers only in the program. The goal of the dual-language program is for students to leave 5th grade proficient in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in English and Spanish. 

We implemented in PK, K, and 1 in the 18-19 school year and added 2nd grade in 19-20. This year we will implement the dual-language model in grade 3. The campus supports the program by learning and using Spanish phrases during the Language of the Day. Currently, our 4th-5th-grade bilingual learners participate in Early Exit.

CONTACTS

Dripping Springs Elementary        Jamie Eubanks    512.858.3700

Rooster Springs Elementary         Kim Taylor           512.465.6200

Sycamore Springs Elementary      Tami Ballard        512.858.3900

Walnut Springs Elementary          Maureen Jamail   512.858.3800

Dripping Springs Middle School    Brandon Henry    512.858.3400    

Sycamore Springs Middle School                               512.858.3600

Dripping Springs High School        Kelly Miller          512.858.3100                        

Dripping Springs ISD                                                  512.858.3001