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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I have asked, so far with no answers, how much FCPS spends on FLES each year.  For those who think "teaching about other cultures" is just fine, why isn't this part of the general curriculum? Why only hispanic culture? Why not learn about Korean culture? African culture? [b]This is a poorly veiled attempt to normalize hispanic culture  and promote acceptance of Spanish, not to teach a language to English speakers.  If my son (and younger daughter) came out of elementary school speaking another language fluently, I'd be far less irritated. [/b]

My oldest is in 6th grade and I can honestly say we still do not have very much to show for his time spent in FLES.  That time would be better spent enhancing math, science, social studies, or other core subjects.  If we must spend the money, why not on immersive ESOL for students and their parents, so they are not at a disadvantage?

Does anyone know what the FCPS budget is for FLES?  It's a great place to start balancing the budget.[/quote]

This is poorly veiled racism.[/quote]

I bet if they were teaching Italian, French or anything else, most people would be fine with it.  [/quote]

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