Chinese Immersion Program

Greenville Schools recognizes the importance of being bi-lingual and the value of starting language learning at an early age. We are pleased to offer a proficiency based language immersion program to all interested students starting in kindergarten. Program points of pride include:

proficiency based instruction from native speaking teachers
regular assessment and data review in all content areas to ensure adequate progress
standardized test scores that meet or exceed those of non-immersion students
immersion summer day camp
cultural celebrations including Moon Festival and Chinese New Year
immersion student leader development opportunities
extra curricular groups and clubs
field trips for students and families
an immersion programming coordinator dedicated to supporting immersion teachers and families

Chinese at Walnut

Students in our elementary program are taught by Eastern/Western teacher teams. Our Eastern teachers are native speakers who teach Chinese language and culture along with math. Our Western teachers focus on reading and writing instruction in English. The language of instruction for science and social students varies depending on topic and grade level.

Chinese at GMS

2018-2019 is our first year of immersion at the middle school level. Students will continue their math and language instruction with a native speaking teacher who will place a strong focus on reading and writing. Students will expand their knowledge of Chinese culture and begin looking at careers that will allow them to use their language skills. Students will be able to continue studying Chinese throughout their middle and high school careers.