Arizona has 110 dual-language immersion programs.

Dual language programs for English learners are being challenged. What parents should know

Daniel Gonzalez

Arizona Republic, July 20, 2023

In June, Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne tried to bar students classified as English learners from enrolling in dual language programs. He sent a letter to schools threatening to withhold education funding from schools that allow English learners to participate in the programs without parental waivers.

With some schools in Arizona starting this week, here is what parents need to know about dual language programs.

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