Create EALRs in foreign language. Concern over middle school. Realize world culture and foreign language may be separate. Adding language is not a guarantee of knowing culture. There is not a supply of foreign language teachers.
Alternate certificate means nothing.
Need to take care of all kids with all ability levels. No fake diploma. This would be compromising a standard, lowering standards. Certificate of Mastery will become a work permit. Teachers will have to spend all day teaching to the test.