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LGUSD Multilingualism Board Resolution

The Los Gatos Board of Trustees passed the following resolution in June 2021 supporting multilingualism in LGUSD and Lexington's "Pathway to Multiliteracy" initiative. 

LGUSD BOARD RESOLUTION # 07-20-21

SUPPORTING HOME LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT FOR ALL STUDENTS

WHEREAS, the Los Gatos Union School District is committed to supporting multilingualism as a fundamental part of increasing intercultural understanding and international-mindedness; 

WHEREAS, the LGUSD is committed to extending access to an education for students from a variety of cultural and linguistic backgrounds;

 

WHEREAS, the LGUSD believes in the importance of bringing awareness of and appreciation for home languages within the LGUSD community; 

 

WHEREAS, the LGUSD believes a strong foundation in the home language facilitates the learning of a second language; 

 

WHEREAS, the LGUSD believes children who see their home language valued build a positive and healthy self-identity and stronger sense of pride in their cultural and linguistic heritage; 

 

WHEREAS, the LGUSD recognizes and celebrates minority languages as being equally as important as the dominant language; 

 

WHEREAS, the LGUSD values multilingualism because it fosters a welcoming school environment of inclusivity and diversity; 

 

WHEREAS, the LGUSD believes there is a growing need for individuals who are proficient in two or more languages in today's world economy and socio-political climate;

 

WHEREAS, the LGUSD is committed to supporting its Strategic Plan goals to foster international mindedness, explore world languages TK-5, and educate students for global citizenship;

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, to meet the LGUSD’s beliefs and commitments, the District will implement the following action: 

  • Recognize and support Lexington Elementary School’s “Pathway to Multiliteracy” initiative to encourage students to learn multiple languages and eventually pursue the Seal of Biliteracy Certificate in high school; 


PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of Trustees of the Los Gatos Union School District, Los Gatos, California at a public meeting thereof duly called and held on June 8, 2021.