Students participating in the program will be taught the same Common Core Standards as students in traditional kindergarten classes.  The Mandarin Immersion program is considered an 80/20 program.  Student will receive 80% on their instruction in Mandarin Chinese and 20% in English. This allows students the opportunity to learn a second language while simultaneously learning the kindergarten curriculum.  Students are immersed in the language and the culture throughout the school day. The higher order thinking processes involved in learning through two languages enhances students' proficiency at learning new skills and provides lifelong benefits.   

To find out more about North Carolina Dual Language Immersion Programs, visit DPI's DLI Website or use the links below:

• ​Parent Night Presentation Videos (English) 

• ​Benefits of a Bilingual Brain (video)

• ​Dual Language Brochure (English)

• ​Dual Language Brochure (Mandarin)​​

• ​Bilingual Brain (English)​

• ​Bilingual Brain (Mandarin) ​​

• ​8 ways to support your children in language immersion (English)

• Roberta Road Middle School Parent Presentation​

Harrisburg Elementary

Roberta Road Middle School

Where is Mandarin Immersion in Cabarrus County Schools?

Our Mandarin Immersion Schools

• Harrisburg Elementary

• Roberta Road Middle