There are various federal and state laws and executive orders have been implemented to ensure that Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals get equal access to information and services. It includes Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Title VI regulations, prohibiting discrimination based on national origin. The Executive Order 13166 was issued in 2000.
Not only this, many individual federal programs, states, and local governments have also implemented their own provisions which require language services for LEP individuals. And one of the most important areas where they need foreign language translation assistance is regarding their children’s education.
Whether it’s about understanding the numerous rules and regulations mentioned in Parent and Student Handbooks, permission slips for field trips, disciplinary notices or health information issued by schools, there is a huge amount of information to be considered.
In absence of foreign language translation and interpretation support regarding such materials, many LEP parents and their children could get lost and remain confused about the education system.
Think about it, along with being an LEP parent who has to deal with brand-new education system, your child also needs special education support services. It can be a big concern even for parents who are native speakers of English.
However, if it’s about facilitating the proper support and educational framework for a child with special needs, the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) serves as the foundational document. When a child gets special education evaluation and IEP is created by the various stakeholders. It serves as a map which lays out the special education instruction, support, and services that the child will need to achieve success in school.
The above discussed Title VI requires that all important documents need to be translated for LEP individuals. It not only involves just the initial IEP document but also take into consideration the language support (such as interpretation during IEP-related meetings) and follow-up documentation throughout the program meant for LEP parents.
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