California's English learners left in limbo?

By Thomas Fudge / Science and Technology Reporter, KPBS Public Broadcasting

Published February 22, 2006 at 9:00 PM PST

This story was published more than 18 years ago.

A recent report finds students who are learning English are not fluent in the language even after 10 years in California's schools. Host Tom Fudge analyzes Prop. 227 and its goal to educate non-Englis

California's English learners left in limbo?

A recent report finds students who are learning English are not fluent in the language even after 10 years in California's schools. Host Tom Fudge analyzes Prop. 227 and its goal to educate non-English learners.

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Robert Lanquanti , project director at West Ed, a nonprofit research agency that tracks education within schools. He's in charge of English Learner Evaluation and Accountability Support Services.
Sandra Villegas-Duvanich , executive director of Language Acquisition and Development at Chula Vista Elementary School District.
Donna Heath , senior director of English Learner Services at the San Diego County Office of Education.

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A journalist with 30 years of experience, Tom covers science and technology stories for KPBS' platforms. He has received recognition for his outstanding work in hosting and public affairs reporting from the Unity Awards, the Northwest Broadcast News Association, and the San Diego chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.

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