What is FLES?
FLES stands for Foreign Language in Elementary School. The model is one that emphasizes learning content students already learn but in a different language. This allows students to simultaneously develop basic communication skills in the target language while also reinforcing the core curriculum.
Teachers are trained in language acquisition strategies.
What makes it effective?
French - a global language
The Benefits of Bilingualism
Immersion Education FAQ
French FLES Teacher
Michele Chalmeau
Michele.Chalmeau@mpls.k12.mn.us
The CARLA Institute is a U.S. Department of Education Title VI Language Resource Center, whose role is to improve the nation's capacity to teach and learn foreign languages.
University of Minnesota 140 University International Center 331 17th Ave. SE Minneapolis, MN 55414