Connecticut General Statutes/Title 10/Chapter 164/Section 10-17i

CGS § 10-17i. Encouragement of increased language instruction. Proficiency in language recognized on permanent record.

(a) The Department of Education shall assist and encourage local and regional boards of education to institute two-way language programs and provide early second language instruction for English-speaking students.

(b) The department shall encourage local and regional boards of education to recognize students' proficiency in languages other than their native languages on their permanent records.

Short History

(P.A. 99-211, S. 3, 10.)

Long History

History: P.A. 99-211 effective July 1, 1999.

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