
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:
- It must be based on a sound educational theory;
- It must have an effective implementation with adequate resources and personnel;
- After a trial period, it must be evaluated as effective in overcoming language handicaps.

PROGRAMMING
- CABE programming focused on conferences
- Building partnerships across the state
- Legislative advocacy
- Support for beginning bilingual programs