Book: I

Section: Instruction

Title: Interpreter and Translation Services for Speakers of Languages other than English

Code: IHBEC

Status: Active

Adopted: April 3, 2002

INTERPRETER AND TRANSLATION SERVICES FOR SPEAKERS OF LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH

Portland Public Schools recognizes the special needs of members of linguistic and cultural minority groups who are limited English proficient (LEP).  In order to ensure equal access to public education, Portland Public Schools is committed to providing access to interpreter and translation services during school hours for all students and/or family members who have legal access to the student(s) and who need such services for school business.