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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]A lot of kids also don’t learn enough history, science, or math to “do anything” with it. Should we cut those too? What a ridiculous position. [/quote]

Those are considered basic educational requirements. You really don't see the difference?  Language instruction in public school is not a must-have so when budgets get cut, that and arts-related classes go. If having your pick of languages (or arts, theatre, etc.) are non-negotiables for you or your student, you need a school system with more money.[/quote]

I was only responding to the PP who said that it doesn't mattter if they cut Mandarin because students don't learn enough to "do anything with it." Obviously foreign language is a lower priority than core subjects, and I can understand why a school would cut Mandarin before Spanish. But can't we agree that it matters if foreign language is cut because it's an important part of educating citizens of a global city? And that maybe instead of cutting teaching staff they should cut central office? [/quote]

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