
1981
1981 Highlights

BOARD
President:
1980–1983 Olivia Martínez

STAFF
CABE had no staff in 1981 and was coordinated solely by volunteers.

CHAPTERS
CABE chapters and region were in formation

POLICY
1981– Castaneda v. Pickard The US Court of Appeals set three criteria for school
programs to address the requirements of the Equal Educational Opportunities Act
of 1974, inclusive of bilingual programs: 1) It must be based on a sound educational
theory; 2) It must have an effective implementation with adequate resources
and personnel; and 3) After a trial period, it must be evaluated as effective in
overcoming language handicaps.

PROGRAMMING
CABE programming focused on conferences, building partnerships, legislative advocay, and support for beginning bilingual programs.