California’s decade-long push for bilingual education has left schools struggling to meet growing demand amid a persistent shortage of qualified teachers. Despite increased enrollment in dual-language programs, districts report difficulty filling positions with educators fluent in both English and the target language. The gap highlights broader challenges in preparing teachers for specialized instruction while balancing budget constraints. Experts warn that without targeted solutions, students may face limited access to these programs.
After 10 years of bilingual education in California, demand is high but teacher supply low laist.com
