Interpreting & Translation
The Language and Culture department provides interpreting and translation services to facilitate more effective communication between home and school in support of student learning needs.
Outreach Translators
Our outreach interpreter/translator organizes and coordinates the translation of documents and assignment of interpreters and helps leaders, administrators, teachers, and community members understand the nuances of translation/interpretation so that we can serve you well.
- Giving 3-5 days advanced notice for an interpreter is strongly recommended
- We are happy to accommodate same day interpretation needs, based on interpreter availability. Please call Sandra Torres or Aldara Cilia (information at top of page) for immediate and/or urgent needs.
- Confirm all appointments with your families and let our office know ASAP of any cancellations. (We are charged for same-day cancellations and no-shows).
- For all interpretation and translation needs related to IEPs, 504s, MHAPS, and Safe Schools, please contact Mirsa Joosten directly via email at mirsa.joosten@jordandistrict.org
School principals, assistant principals, and JSD department administrators may request interpreting and/or translation services by completing the Interpreting and Translation Services Request Form. The Language and Culture department will respond to requests within one business day. If no interpreter is available, contact either Michelle Love-Day, Director, or LaTrill Loveridge in Language and Culture Services 801-567-8124. They will contact an outside agency to try to fulfill the request. If you do not hear back within one business day, please contact LaTrill Loveridge in Language and Culture Services, 801-567-8124.
Sign language interpreting is provided by our special education department. For information on requesting a sign language interpreter, visit the JSD Deaf & Hard of Hearing Website - Interpreter Services webpage.
Interpreter Etiquette
- Speak clearly.
- Ensure the interpreter can see both you and the family.
- Make eye contact with the family you are speaking with.
- Remember, you are speaking with a family, not the interpreter.
- Avoid slang and idioms that are not easily interpreted.
- Give the interpreter time to finish phrases.