Higley board reviews 2024–25 M&O override spending; parents urge renewal to protect programs District staff presented how the 2019 maintenance-and-operations (M&O) override was spent in fiscal 2025, then took public comment from parents and students who urged continued funding for teacher pay, specials and the Mandarin dual‑immersion program.

Higley Unified School District's recent funding report reveals critical spending that impacts teacher pay and unique programs like the Mandarin dual-immersion, sparking a community outcry for continued support.

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📚 Too many #emergentbilingualchildren are left behind by English-only policies. To close the gap, we must:

➡ Expand #duallanguageprograms
➡ Align policies with #ScienceOfReading (SOR)
➡ Train educators on biliteracy that embeds the SOR

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Salt Lake City School District honors educators for dual language immersion and literacy excellence The district recognizes outstanding teachers in Spanish dual language and science of reading initiatives.

The Salt Lake City School District celebrated exceptional educators making waves in dual language immersion and literacy, showcasing the heart of teaching in our community.

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Parents demand improved dual language programs and math policies in Seattle schools Parents advocate for better interpreter access and advanced math placement for students.

Seattle parents are calling for urgent changes to ensure deaf families and advanced learners receive the support they need in schools, highlighting a critical gap in communication and curriculum access.

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School leaders prioritize dual language support for multilingual learners in secondary education School leaders emphasize need for dual language programs in upper schools amid ongoing review.

Boston officials are taking bold steps to enhance support for multilingual learners, as the urgent need for dual language programs in high schools comes to light.

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Superintendent highlights South County's success in dual language programs at board meeting Superintendent invites parents to engage with schools and form PTAs for community impact.

San Ysidro Elementary School District is taking bold steps to enhance dual language programs, inviting parents to play an active role in shaping a more inclusive educational environment.

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How are high quality #duallanguageprograms across the U.S. serving our youngest #emergentbilinguals? Learn how in our latest research brief where we summarize our findings of #duallanguageeducation programs serving our young bilinguals.

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