California
Some school districts had only a smattering of foreign-language speakers, so maybe that’s why no one tried to teach them English.
Sept. 10, 2016
California neglects education of English learners, lawsuit claims
May 31, 2012
Federal agency to investigate L.A. schools
March 10, 2010
LAUSD agrees to revise how English learners, blacks are taught
Oct. 11, 2011
California ignoring some English learners, lawsuit says
April 24, 2013
State sued for lack of services to students learning English
Student scores continue to improve, but many campuses can’t keep up with rising expectations.
Sept. 1, 2006
L.A. Unified is among 97 not meeting federal improvement targets.
Feb. 28, 2008
Representatives lobby in Washington for the reauthorization of the law but seek provisions for English-language learners.
Sept. 28, 2007
Villaraigosa taps a top administrator from San Diego to institute his education reform plans at struggling campuses.
Feb. 26, 2008