On April 24, educators from Glenview Elementary School presented at the Orange County Office of Education’s Project GLAD® Institute, showcasing the school’s continued commitment to biliteracy instruction and innovative practices within its dual language program. Representing Glenview were dual language teachers Mr. Vega, Mr. Garcia, Mrs. Diaz, Mr. Ramon, and Mrs. Tan, who shared their two-year journey toward Project GLAD® certification and highlighted the intentional implementation of the school’s 90/10 dual language instructional model.
During the primary grades session, “Teaming Up to Build Biliteracy in Primary Grades,” the Glenview team demonstrated how collaborative planning and instructional alignment support biliteracy development in kindergarten through third grade classrooms. Presenters emphasized the integration of Project GLAD® strategies in Spanish to strengthen oral language development, reading comprehension, and academic writing while maintaining rigorous, grade-level instruction that is accessible and engaging for all learners, particularly multilingual students. Attendees from across Orange County observed research-based instructional practices that illustrated the impact of purposeful collaboration on student achievement and language acquisition.
Glenview educators also contributed to upper-grade professional learning through the session, “Using the Project GLAD® Model to Strengthen Biliteracy in the Upper Grades.” This presentation provided participants with practical, high-impact strategies designed to support language development, content mastery, and student engagement across subject areas. Featured instructional approaches included Pictorial Input Chart with review, Expert Groups, Mind Maps, Process Grid games, Cooperative Strip Paragraphs, and Bridging strategies. Presenters offered classroom-based examples and implementation guidance in both English and Spanish, reinforcing the adaptability and effectiveness of the GLAD® framework across grade levels.
Collectively, Glenview Elementary’s presentations positioned the school as a model for effective biliteracy instruction and collaborative professional practice. The team’s dedication to continuous improvement, instructional excellence, and student-centered learning reflects the broader commitment to academic achievement and multilingual education within the district and throughout Orange County.
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