“We Need to Revisit the ‘Whys’ all the Time”
Re-visiting Pláticas with Members of a Dual Language Bilingual Education School for Community “Whys” and Researcher Answerability
Abstract
In this article, I re-visit pláticas with members of a pre-K through 8th grade school academy to explore the community “Whys” behind Dual Language Bilingual Education (DLBE). This article aims to capture and describe these “Whys” first from a padre de familia, second from the Assistant Principal, third from una maestra de tercer grado, y al último, I share my researcher “Why” and my ongoing process to embody researcher action and community answerability. The purpose of these “Whys” is to be a source of inspiration for reflection and action in DLBE. The article sheds light on the personal, educational, and cultural dimensions of the “Whys” behind DLBE. It serves as a valuable resource for educators, researchers, and policymakers interested in understanding the holistic impact of DLBE on individuals and communities.