§4701. English as language of instruction
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The language of instruction in elementary and secondary schools shall meet these requirements. [PL 1983, c. 859, Pt. C, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
1. Basic language. The basic language of instruction in all schools shall be the English language.
[PL 1983, c. 859, Pt. C, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
2. Exceptions. A school may provide instruction in a language other than English in the following circumstances, subject to approval of the commissioner:
A. Transitional instruction using bilingual techniques may be provided to students of limited proficiency in English; and [PL 1983, c. 859, Pt. C, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
B. Schools may also establish bilingual programs for the purpose of providing proficiency in both English and a 2nd language. [PL 1983, c. 859, Pt. C, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
[PL 1983, c. 859, Pt. C, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]