; and (B) who is studying such language in pre-kindergarten, elementary school, or secondary school. (5) World language program The term world language program means a program that educates and prepares pre-kindergarten, elementary, or secondary school students to communicate, in a proficient and culturally competent manner, with individuals who speak a language other than English. 5. World language education assistance program (a) Establishment (1) In general The Secretary shall award, on a competitive basis, grants to local educational agencies to establish and carry out new, or improve existing world language or dual language programs. (2) Duration A grant awarded under this section shall be for a period of 3 years and may be renewed at the discretion of the Secretary. (b) Application A local educational agency desiring a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information and assurances as the Secretary may require. (c) Criteria for selection (1) In general In awarding a grant to a local educational agency under this section, the Secretary shall select applications describing programs that— (A) provide approaches to instruction that lead to demonstrated growth in language proficiency from kindergarten through grade 12; (B) can be disseminated and duplicated in other local educational agencies; (C) have a plan for how the program will continue after the conclusion of the grant period; and (D) include a professional development component. (2) Priority In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall give priority to applications describing programs that— (A) include intensive summer professional development for world language program and dual language program teachers; (B) enter into partnerships with community-based heritage language schools and communities; (C) provide world language and dual language immersion programs across all socioeconomic and demographic groups, including English learners and heritage learners