Scott Dual Language Magnet implements the Gómez and Gómez Dual Language Enrichment Model, providing rigorous dual language instruction at the elementary level. The program's philosophy aims to deliver instruction in English and Spanish at a "gifted and talented" level of rigor, fostering academic biliteracy through language immersion. By the end of 5th grade, students at Scott achieve grade-level bilingualism and biliteracy.
Classrooms maintain a balance of approximately 50% native English speakers and 50% native Spanish speakers, ensuring a challenging, interactive, and authentic learning environment where teachers communicate solely in the designated language. In the intermediate grades, students take an assessment to measure Spanish proficiency in reading, writing, listening and speaking.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Will my child be provided busing?
Kindergarten - fifth grade students living within TPS501 boundaries and more than 1.75 miles from Scott DL (401 SE Market St, Topeka KS 66607) will qualify for busing. To get busing to start the year, families must register for the upcoming school year by July 21. We do not provide busing for preschool students.
2. Are there options for half-day for kindergarten and preschool?
- No, our preschool and kindergarten program is full day
- School hours for Kindergarten-5th Grade: 8:20-3:40
- School hours for Preschool: 8:20-3:30; With 1 hour of rest time built into the schedule
3. Do we accept children with special needs?
Yes!
4. What are the next steps in the process of being accepted at Scott Dual Language Magnet?
- When the district online registration opens in April, complete the registration through the Synergy ParentVue App early on as this program is in high demand. If you are in need of assistance with your ParentVue account, please contact [email protected].
- If your child is accepted, we will work with the Department of Demographics to transfer your child to Scott Dual Language Magnet.
Preschool Applicants: There is an additional preschool application and documents that must be completed through the online registration process. Visit the Topeka Public Schools website to register your child.
Please upload the required documents listed below during the application process:
- Birth certificate/Proof of birth
- Immunization records
- Income verification
You may also:
- Email your documents or request more information by contacting [email protected]
- Mail your documents to: Preschool Enrollment Coordinator, 1600 SW 34th St, Topeka, Kansas 66611
- For assistance, please call: 785-438-6899
5. When will I know if my child was accepted?
The kindergarten class for the upcoming school year will be announced prior to Kindergarten Orientation. Students are selected based on a variety of criteria and spots available.
You will receive an email (to the email listed in this application) stating whether your child was accepted or not and whether you wish to confirm the acceptance, be placed on or taken off the waitlist.
Though parents sign a commitment form to keep their child in our school through elementary, at times sports open up and we call and accept students on our waitlist at the beginning of each quarter.
For more information about our program, please visit the Scott Dual Language Magnet website.
Elementary Level Language Instruction Breakdown:
- All students receive Math instruction in English and Science & Social Studies in Spanish.
- Preschool-1st: Students receive language arts instruction in their native language.
- 2nd-5th: Students receive language arts instruction in BOTH English and Spanish.