1. Two-Way Dual Language resources to be provided to Victoria Independent School District (VISD) must be aligned to the VISD vision and support VISD’s Strategic Plan, District Aims & current school improvement initiatives. 2. Strong submissions will include dual language instructional materials, curriculum, professional development/coaching, services, and resources that: a. Provide professional development/coaching support to develop and implement the two-way dual language including opportunities for iterative continuous improvement, evaluation, and assessment. b. Provide high quality instructional materials, detail curriculum, services and resources grounded in the standards and/or research-based best practices designed to meet the needs of diverse dual language learning populations including students working significantly above level as well as students working significantly below level. c. Provide curriculum and program evaluation for inquiry-based instruction to solve real-world problems promoting active student engagement. d. Provide lesson planning components that are needed to effectively create access to grade level standards in both program languages (Spanish/English), including a sample lesson plan 3. Resources may be computer-based or in print format and may include level readers, decodable readers, student workbooks, manipulatives, education technology and ancillary materials. Resources may also include staff training to optimize instructional practices.
