California's Struggle to Revive Bilingual Education

California's history with bilingual education has been tumultuous, with policies swinging between support and prohibition. Despite the 2016 repeal of a ban on bilingual education, the state struggles to recover due to a shortage of bilingual teachers and insufficient legislative support. While bilingual programs have shown significant benefits for students, including higher test scores and better college readiness, California lags behind states like Texas in implementation. Advocates call for more funding and systemic changes to support bilingual education, emphasizing its importance for immigrant communities and overall student success.