Translators and Interpreters

Working with Translators and Interpreters

Who is responsible?

•  U.S. Dept. of Ed. Chapter 10 - Districts must ensure meaningful communication with parents in a language they understand. 

• Supplement vs. Supplant Guidance 

What resources are available?

Interpretations- translates orally from one language to another.

Translations- also involves the written form of translating from one language to another.

• Language Line Solutions

  • Get on-demand 24/7 access to a professionally trained interpreter by phone or the LanguageLine® App. Pay just $3.95/min for audio calls and $4.95/min for video calls. Pay by credit card for only the minutes you use with no long-term commitment.

• Language Link  

  • Founded in 1991, Language Link services 300+ languages and dialects, utilizing an extensive in-house network of professional talent and partners, industry expertise, and the latest technology. Request a free quote.

• TransACT ParentNotices Written translations of required federal documents.

• NDE List of Vendors for Translations and/or Interpretations

• Nebraska Association for Translators and Interpreters

• UNL Department of Modern Languages and Literatures

• OPS Bilingual Liaisons

• Cesco Linguistic Services