Languages Other Than English (LOTE)
Plano ISD LOTE
The LOTE program offers engaging, high-quality courses in Spanish, French, Chinese, and American Sign Language (ASL).
Students can continue developing their skills through advanced pathways, including:
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AP (Advanced Placement)
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IB (International Baccalaureate)
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Spanish for Spanish Speakers Accelerated Program
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Texas Seal of Biliteracy (Performance Acknowledgment)
The Languages Other Than English Department uses a natural approach combined with a proficiency-focused, performance-based curriculum, guided by the principles of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) and the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for Languages Other Than English.
Benefits of learning a second language:
- Many selective universities recommend 3–4 years of the same world language for college applications.
- Language skills can lead to careers in the U.S. military and other job opportunities after high school.
- Learning a language builds cultural awareness and global understanding.