Language Interpreters in IEP Meetings

Objectives: 

•Increased knowledge of tools and resources for interpreters as well as legal responsibilities and requirements related to translation and interpretation of special education, terms and concepts.

•Increased skills to handle common ethical considerations while interpreting IEP meetings.

•Increased awareness of state and federal laws, regulations and policies related to the educational rights of students who receive special education through an IEP and who also may be English Learners (ELs).

Participants will receive a certificate of participation to meet spec ed requirements related to“qualified” translators and interpreters

Information Questions: 

Lori Karcher, WI FACETS at 414-374-4645 or lkarcher@wifacetsorg

Erikke Nystrom-Grothaus, CESA 5 at 608-745-5440 or nystrom-grothause@cesa5.org

Registration Questions: Brenda Yager, CESA 5 at yagerb@cesa5.org or 608-745-5431.