Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Interim Superintendent/CEO Dr. Macquline King Thursday announced the District’s expansion of Dual Language Education (DLE) and World Language Education (WLE) programs, aligned with the District’s vision and goals. The addition of three new Dual Language Education (Spanish/English) and three new World Language Education (Spanish) begins a planned four-year expansion and commitment to developing more bilingual and biliterate scholars. This year’s schools will join more than 240 schools offering World Language Education Programs and 43 Dual Language Education (DLE) schools, further expanding the District’s commitment to bilingual education through programs that use instruction in both students’ native and second languages to broaden learning opportunities for a diverse range of learners. The expansion, grounded in teaching and learning data as well as the recent agreement between the District and the Chicago Teachers Union, addresses community needs and expands access to world-class programming, beginning this year. Selected schools will receive targeted investments and comprehensive support during a multi-year incubation phase, aimed at ensuring the sustainability and success of each program. New Dual Language schools include, Henry D. Lloyd Elementary School, Little Village Elementary School, and Edward E. Sadlowski Elementary School. For additional information, visit www.cps.edu.