Arkansas § 6-16-104 - Basic language of instruction.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 6-16-104 — Basic language of instruction., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-16-104. Basic language of instruction.
The basic language of instruction in the public school branches in all the schools of the state, public and private, shall be the English language only. It shall not be a violation of this section for an educator to communicate with a student in the student's native language in order to facilitate the student's ability to become proficient and learn in the English language. It shall be the duty of the Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education, the Director of the Division of Career and Technical Education, and superintendents to see that the provisions of this section are carried out.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 6-16-104
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 6-16-104 cover?
Section 6-16-104 ("Basic language of instruction.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arkansas § 6-16-104?
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