This paper sets forth the position of the Michigan State Board of Education regarding bilingual instruction. First is a summary of policies already established as a result of the adoption of "The Common Goals of Michigan Education," the rulings of the U.S. Supreme Court as enunciated in Lau vs Nichols, federal legislation (ESEA Title VII, 1965 and Civil Rights Act, 1964) and state law (Public Act 294, 1974). The second part is a position statement containing seven guides for action which should fully implement Act 294 and encourage bilingual education to become an integral part of a program of quality education. It attempts to achieve a balance between the traditional American educational institution's assimilationist view and the right of individuals and groups to maintain their particular identities within a pluralistic society. (Author/NCR)