Event Description
Special Education In-Depth:
Translation Services & Best Practices
This session is designed to support educational staff in effectively using translation services throughout the special education process. Participants will explore the critical differences between translation and interpretation and gain strategies for ensuring that written communication with families is clear, accurate, and culturally appropriate.
This session will highlight best practices for translating key special education documents and discuss how to prioritize and manage translation needs to support family engagement. With a focus on compliance and equity, participants will walk away with tools to enhance collaboration and ensure multilingual families have meaningful access to information.
Focus on:
- Understanding the Difference of Interpreter vs. Translator
- Translation of IEP Documents (& Synergy SE Options)
- Supporting Parents
- Machine-Generated & Artificial Intelligence (AI) Translations
- Importance of Qualified Translators
Whether you're new to working with translation services or looking to strengthen your current practices, this session provides valuable guidance to support inclusive, legally sound communication in special education.
Note: If you attend Interpretation & Translation in the IEP Process in November 2025, you are welcome to attend this session, but note that some of the content may overlap.
Date: Monday, February 9, 2026 NEW DATE: Monday, March 2
Start: 2:30 pm
End: 4:00 pm
Location:
This event is virtual on Zoom. A link will be accessible upon registration.
Who Should Attend:
K-12 Special Education Teachers, Specialists, Case Managers, Related Services Providers, or any other licensed/administrative staff supporting the IEP process.
*This event is reserved for school staff working in Columbia, Clatsop, Tillamook, & Washington Counties*
Instructor:
Carlos Tenorio Hughes. Carlos has 24 years of translation and interpretation experience, with specific expertise in the legal, business, medical, and education sectors. He has a certificate in special education interpretation from the University of Georgia. Carlos has also worked as a teacher and school principal in the Ciudad de México at a British Council language center. He also has a degree in business administration.
Accommodations:
We strive to make our events accessible and inclusive to participants from all backgrounds and abilities. All virtual sessions will have automated closed captioning available. If you need an American Sign Language interpreter, please contact ASLinterpreterrequests@nwresd.k12.or.us. If you need any other/additional accommodations, please contact Sabine Eaton at seaton@nwresd.k12.or.us or 503-614-1351. At least two weeks' advance notice will help us to provide seamless access.
About Northwest Regional Education Service District:
Northwest Regional ESD is the largest of Oregon’s 19 education service districts. We serve students, educators, childcare providers, and families living in Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook, and Washington counties. Our staff members work collaboratively with school districts and other educational partners to deliver quality, cost-effective programs and services including special education, technology, professional development, school improvement, and operational support. Our vision is that every student is educated, equipped, and inspired to achieve their full potential and enrich their communities. Learn more at nwresd.org.
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