Mandarin Program at Risk as Glenwood Closes | Durham News

Glenwood Elementary is closing at the end of the year, and with it, the district may axe its Mandarin language program — a move that’s sparking outrage among parents and civil rights groups. The superintendent argues keeping the program as a magnet at other schools could disrupt enrollment boundaries, potentially leaving 40% of current Mandarin students without access. Parents say the district broke its word from June, while Asian American advocacy groups have voiced strong disappointment, calling for greater attention to the community’s needs. The school board will vote on the fate of the Mandarin program next Thursday, after a spokesperson signaled support for the superintendent’s stance — but tensions remain high.

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