This paper discusses the problems with teaching Spanish speaking students, and it explores some solutions that can be implemented to fix this problem.  The first problem that is discussed is Arizona’s low budget in public schools.  The second problem is that Arizona does not allow students enough time to learn a second language.  The third problem is that Spanish-speaking students have a lack of parental support in terms of their language acquisition. Next, labeling and stereotyping Hispanic students are occurring in Arizona schools by teachers.  Another serious problem is that the state government intervened by placing proposition 203 in Arizona schools.  Three solutions explored in this paper are implementing family literacy nights, providing better programs in regard to Spanish speaking students, and redirecting funding within school districts.  Something needs to happen for these students so that all students can achieve success in school.</i>

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