K-5 Dual Language Transition

The district will phase in the consolidation of the K-5 dual language program at Oak Terrace Elementary School, beginning with kindergarten in 2026-2027 and fully transitioning all K-5 dual language students in 2027-2028, with Red Oak Elementary School closing after the 2026-2027 school year.

The Early Childhood program will return to Green Bay School in the 2027-2028 school year.

• 2025-2026: Superintendent’s Task Force convenes to guide the transition and develop recommendations for a successful move to a single-site program.
• 2026-2027: All dual language kindergarten students attend Oak Terrace.
• 2027-2028: All K-5 dual language students attend Oak Terrace.
  • Additionally, the Early Childhood program returns to Green Bay School.

This decision was driven by a significant and ongoing decline in enrollment — particularly among Spanish-speaking English learners, who are essential to the balance of our two-way immersion model. To preserve the program’s quality, equity and long-term sustainability, we believe a single-site model is necessary.

Our goal is to ensure that the dual language program continues to thrive and reflect its core pillars: bilingualism and biliteracy, high academic achievement, and socio-cultural competence.

Oak Terrace was selected as the consolidated site for the K-5 dual language program based on several key factors. The school has the physical capacity to house the entire program, is geographically closer to a larger concentration of Spanish-speaking families, and recently underwent substantial upgrades as part of Phase 1 of the district’s Long-Range Facility Plan. These improvements include new mechanical systems, enhanced security, renovated main offices and entryways, and additional classroom restrooms. To support a smooth transition and continuity for students and families, current Red Oak Principal Chelsey Maxwell will join Oak Terrace as co-principal beginning in the 2027–2028 school year.

A task force to help guide the transition is set to launch in August 2025. It will include parents, staff members, and administrators, and it will help ensure a thoughtful and well-supported transition from two school sites to one for K-5 dual language. It will include three focused committees:

• Student Success (district staff, administrators, and external program evaluators)
• Family Engagement (parents, staff, and administrators)
• Facilities and Operations (parents, administrators, and staff)

We will also incorporate student voices throughout the review and transition process. Applications to participate in the Task Force will be available in August, and final recommendations, based on the committees’ work, will be presented to the Board in May 2026.

• Presentation About the Task Force from the June 10, 2025 Board meeting (English)
• Presentation About the Task Force from the June 10, 2025 Board meeting (Spanish)

You can explore the full timeline of how this decision took shape during the 2024-2025 school year — including community presentations, discussions and feedback — by visiting our Phase 3 page.

• Message to the community following the Board approval of consolidation and Red Oak closure
• Letter to the community from Dr. Lubelfeld and Dr. Schroeder prior to the June 26, 2025 vote to consolidate