Oregon has more students of Japanese per capita than any other state except Hawaii, with strong programs at the elementary, secondary, and college levels. The Oregon legislature has made second languages one of six core content areas in which students must demonstrate proficiency for high school certificates and college entrance. Strong demand for second language programs and a tough legislative mandate have made Oregon a proving ground for standards-based approaches to second language learning. Support, don't preach.
All children can learn a second language and reap the benefits of achieving proficiency.
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