This is a case of local parent control and educational programs that are best for their children. Creators of Proposition 227 denounced the developments, calling the move a clear violation of the new law. We believe it is illegal to use the alternative school provision to circumvent the law of Proposition 227. Saddleback Unified Supt. Parents who want their children to be taught in their primary language can file for a waiver after the first 30 days of school.
Schools then work to try to accommodate such requests.
State education officials are considering waiver applications from nine other districts with dual-language programs, including Santa Monica. Copyright 1998 Los Angeles Times.