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Language Institute for Newcomers (LINC)
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The LINC program is designed to assists students in accelerating their acquisition of the English language while learning academic content knowledge and skills and preparing them to participate successfully on their home campus in the English as a Second Language program. LINC students will have an opportunity to earn six (6) state credits toward their high school graduation.
The Language Institute for NewComers provides:
- A supportive and safe learning environment
- Opportunities to accelerate and enhance student’s linguistic and academic achievement
- Acculturation to the US school system
- Specific and individualized interventions
- Connections between school, families, and communities
- Dedicated, caring, trained staff
Courses offered in LINC
Core Courses
- Algebra I
- Basic Math
- English I for Speakers of Other Languages
- Health
- Biology I
- Reading I for Speakers of Other Languages
- World Geography
Electives
- Art I
- Athletics
- Choir
- Physical Education
- Spanish for Native Spanish Speakers/AP Spanish