As the excitement of a new academic year begins to take hold, schools have been welcoming students, teachers, and staff back to the classroom. This season marks not only a return to learning but also an opportunity for schools to ensure that every student and family, regardless of their language background, has equal access to education.
That’s where Teneo Linguistics Company (TLC) steps in, ready to support schools with a comprehensive range of professional language services.
The Growing Need for Bilingual Support in Schools
The modern classroom is a melting pot of cultures and languages. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, over 10% of students in U.S. public schools are English learners (ELs), a number that has been steadily increasing over the years.
These students, along with their families, often face challenges in navigating the educational system due to language barriers.
Effective communication is crucial for student success, parental engagement, and overall school performance. Schools that invest in robust language services ensure that all students, regardless of their native language, have the support they need to thrive.
TLC is here to help educational institutions rise to this challenge with expert translation, interpreting, and document accessibility services.
Translation Services: Making Every Word Count
Imagine receiving an important notice from your child’s school, only to realize that you can’t fully understand it because it’s in a language you don’t speak.
For many families, this is a daily reality. TLC offers professional translation services to ensure that all school communications, from newsletters to report cards, are accessible to limited English proficient (LEP) families.
Our translation services cover a wide range of materials, including:
School Forms and Documents: Enrollment forms, permission slips, and other essential documents translated accurately to ensure clear communication.
Parent-Teacher Communications: Translating letters, emails, and other correspondence between teachers and parents to facilitate active parental involvement.
Educational Content: Ensuring that instructional materials, such as syllabi, lesson plans, and homework assignments, are available in multiple languages.
With TLC, schools can confidently provide translated materials that reflect cultural nuances and maintain the original message's integrity.
Interpreting Services: Bridging the Language Gap
Face-to-face communication is often the cornerstone of educational success, whether it’s during parent-teacher conferences, Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) meetings, or school board discussions.
However, language barriers can hinder meaningful dialogue between educators and LEP families.
Teneo Linguistics Company offers professional interpreting services to bridge this gap. TLC’s interpreters are skilled in over 200 languages and can provide support in various settings:
Over-the-Phone Interpreting (OPI): A quick and effective solution for urgent communications, allowing schools to connect with LEP parents and guardians instantly.
Remote Interpreting: With the rise of virtual learning and meetings, our remote interpreting services ensure that language support is available, no matter the location.
In-Person Interpreting (dependent upon location/scheduling): Ideal for parent-teacher conferences, special education meetings, and other important school events where real-time communication is critical.
By offering these interpreting services, schools can foster inclusive environments where every family feels heard and understood.
Accessibility: Ensuring Every Student Has Equal Access
Accessibility is a fundamental human right. For students with disabilities, accessing educational content in a format that meets their needs is essential for their academic success.
TLC provides document accessibility services (508 compliance) that transform traditional school materials into accessible formats, ensuring that digital documents are screen reader-friendly and comply with ADA standards.
These services make certain that all students, regardless of their abilities, can fully participate in their education.
Partnering with TLC: A Smart Investment for Schools
Investing in professional language services is an investment in the future of every student. By partnering with TLC, schools can enhance their commitment to equity, inclusion, and academic excellence.
TLC’s team of experienced linguists and accessibility experts are dedicated to supporting educational institutions in their mission to serve diverse communities.
Let’s make sure that language is not a barrier to learning but a bridge to success.
Contact Teneo Linguistics Company today to learn more about how we can support your school district with our language services.
Together, we can make this academic year one of growth, understanding, and achievement for all students. Learn more or get a free quote at www.tlctranslation.com or by emailing info@tlctranslation.com.