1. (a) Student enrollment in a dual language immersion program is optional.
2. (b) A dual language immersion program must fully disclose candidate selection criteria and ensure that access to the program is not based on race, creed, color, religious affiliation, age, or handicapping condition.
3. (c) A school district must obtain written parental approval for student participation in the program sequence and model established by the district.

4. (d) A school district implementing a dual language immersion program must develop a policy on enrollment and continuation for students in the program. The policy must address:

   1. (1) eligibility criteria;
   2. (2) program purpose;
   3. (3) grade levels in which the program will be implemented;
   4. (4) support of program goals as stated in §89.1603 of this title (relating to Dual Language Immersion Program Goals); and
   5. (5) expectations for students and parents.

Source Note:The provisions of this §89.1609 adopted to be effective July 23, 2007, 32 TexReg 4548.