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After contentious debate, board approves international teacher J‑1 exchange program 4‑3
Summary
Following questions about language barriers, retention and onboarding, the board approved a J‑1 international teacher exchange agreement to help fill vacancies and support dual‑language programs; the motion passed 4‑3 with trustees Perez, Silva and Priess voting no.
The Stockton Unified School District board approved a memorandum and services agreement on Feb. 11 to recruit international teachers under J‑1 (exchange) visas, a measure trustees said is intended to fill teacher vacancies and support programs such as dual‑language immersion.
District HR and program leaders described the recruitment and support plan, which includes a one‑week new teacher orientation, additional onboarding days for exchange teachers, new‑teacher…
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