Translation Services
Interpretation and Translation Services
You are an important part of your child’s education. Schools must communicate with all parents in a language they can understand. This includes notifying limited-English proficient parents—in a language they can understand—about all programs, services, and activities that are called to the attention of other parents. You have the right to these services even if you speak some English and even if your child can speak or read in English. This includes information about:
Registration and enrollment in school
Grades, academic standards, and graduation
School rules and student discipline
Attendance, absences, and withdrawal
Parent permission for activities or programs
School closures
Opportunities to access programs or services—including highly capable, advanced placement, and English language learner programs
Special education and services for students with disabilities
Language interpreter for meetings and conversations about your child's education
This department is led by Dr. Culbreath and supported by the ESL Department. Dorcas Ramos, the District Translation Coordinator, is located at the Administration Building. Translators/Interpreters are located at the ROCC at 800 Penn St., Reading, PA 19602. Documents for translation should be e-mailed to translators@readingsd.org. This email will reach all available translators.