Communicating in Languages Other Than English

Our Multilingual Family Engagement Specialist team can help translate important information, like flyers and announcements, but their availability is limited. For some translations, you can use resources like TransACT. Before asking for translation, think about whether it's better to interpret (talk) or translate (write), and how long the information will be useful.

We're here to help make your messages clear for families, so they know what to do.

• Many families prefer talking face-to-face instead of reading translated papers.
• During meetings or conferences, we can use interpreters to explain written documents in English, so families can ask questions.
• Not all parents can read well or had school in their language.
• A quick call or text might work better.
• We can also use social media or videos to share info clearly.
• Translating can be expensive, and dates on papers can become outdated.
• Using template documents or TransACT can be cheaper.

If we need to translate, we'll keep it simple and easy to understand.

If you need translation, please use the WDMCS Translation Request form. We can't accept requests through email. We'll check the requests and do our best to help.

Translate Request Form