According to Washington state-based Herald Net, studies suggest students in dual-language programs do better academically than their peers in single-language classes, but there are not enough teachers qualified to teach in a second language.

“Monroe [in the state of Washington] offers different programs to help students learn English but was looking for a program that benefited English speakers, as well,” reports Herald Net. “So far, parents praise the program because they want their children to learn a second language at an early age.

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