Well, when I was a first grade teacher, one of the things that parents would always say is that they did not want their children in bilingual education. So, one of the things I had to do is talk to them about how bilingual education would help their children. So, it's very critical, especially at the elementary school level, to talk to parents because a lot of times they don't understand what it's all about. I think that's the key. So, I think we need to provide those opportunities for them to learn English in a very unintimidating situation.
Parents have a right to be involved in decision making at the schools their children attend.
Every individual will be respected regardless of class, position, education or manner of speaking. Bilingualism and multiculturalism will be welcomed and encouraged in all parent events and educational programs in schools. All children, especially children from economically disadvantaged, minority, non-English speaking or recent immigrant homes, deserve a high quality education from public schools. All public schools should receive necessary financial support to provide a high quality education. Parents should hold schools accountable for providing excellent education for all children.