FANIYÅKAN CHAMORU

APPLICATIONS FOR KINDERGARTEN and PRE-K FOR SY 26-27 NOW OPEN!

Give your child the gift of language and culture!

APPLY TODAY!

https://tinyurl.com/faniyakanapply

Kindly click on the link above to complete and submit the application form. Once we receive your application, we will contact you to schedule an interview. Pre-K applicants must be 4 years old and Kinder applicants must be 5 years old by July 31, 2026 and living on Guam.

About the program:

Faniyåkan CHamoru

• Location & Address: P.C. Lujan Elementary School, 387 East Route 8, Radio Barrigada, Barrigada, Guam 96913
• Class hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 2:43 p.m.
• Medium of Instruction: All subjects are taught in CHamoru.

Why Faniyåkan CHamoru?

• Full immersion in the CHamoru language and culture

• Develops fluent and proficient generation of CHamoru speakers

• Culturally integrated curriculum across the core subjects

• Hands-on learning through songs, dance, and storytelling

• Small class size for personalized attention

• Experienced, passionate, and CERTIFIED teachers

The Faniyåkan CHamoru Program provides:

• Early bilingual development

• Strong cultural identity and connection

• CHamoru classes for parents to learn alongside their child

• Access to the school library, counseling, and GATE program

• After-school and summer programs

Program Requirements:

• Active participation and engagement in program activities.

• Family members participate in weekly language classes

• Contribute eight hours of service through volunteer time or skills each month.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Tan Jocelyn Santos, CHamoru Language and Culture Specialist at:jtsantos@gdoe.net

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The CHamoru Studies and Special Projects Division and the Faniyåkan CHamoru Immersion Program are an ADA Compliant agency.