Benefits of being Bilingual

• Opens the door to other cultures and helps to understand and appreciate people from other countries.

• Gives a head start in language requirements for college.

• Has a positive effect on intellectual growth.

• Increases job opportunities in many careers where knowing another language is a real asset.

• Enriches and enhances mental development.

• Leaves students with more flexibility in thinking, greater sensitivity to language, and a better ear for listening.

• Improves understanding of other native language.

• Gives the ability to communicate with business people in Spanish speaking countries.