Event Details
Bilingual Facilitators in Special Education, IEPs, and Code of Ethics
(Part 4 of 4 part series)
Pre-Session: Informational email will be sent Thursday, October 2 to participants of this
Virtual Training:
May attend any/all of the four part series. Each of the four parts consists of a 90 minute virtual session, followed by a 1-hour refresher a few weeks later. Part 3 and 4 in the series are considered "advanced" trainings for those who have completed initial trainings.
Virtual Sessions:
Thursday, October 9 from 3:30 - 5:00
Post-Session Refresher: Thursday, October 30 from 3:30 - 4:30
This will be a highly engaging virtual session, with breakout room activities and opportunities to engage in the chat. There is a refresher/follow-up on Tuesday, October 28 from 3:30 - 4:30 PM.
Understanding the structure and purpose of documents like IEPs and 504 plans is essential to providing accurate, effective interpretation or translation. This session offers a close look at how special education services are documented and communicated in schools. Through real-world scenarios, participants will practice applying ethical principles to situations that call for clarity, neutrality, and discretion—enhancing their readiness for complex educational meetings.
Presented by:
Patricia Martinez
Patricia is an active bilingual facilitator, consulting with various school districts, with 18 years of experience supporting multilingual students and families. After immigrating from Peru in 2002 with her daughter, she quickly came to understand the challenges of navigating schools in a new language and culture. Her lived experience informs her compassionate, culturally responsive approach to interpretation and training. As co-founder of Outreach Communications, Patricia helps bridge communication gaps between families and schools by emphasizing trust, relationships, and ethical practices that reflect the real-life experiences of those they serve.
Dr. Heather Huzefka
Heather brings 30 years of experience in education as a teacher, principal, and district leader. Having moved frequently throughout her education experience, she understands the importance of connection and communication in schools. Her leadership in human resources and school administration has focused on building inclusive communities and expanding access for bilingual students and families. As co-founder of Outreach Communications, Heather brings both professional expertise and personal insight to training that empowers bilingual facilitators and strengthens school-family partnerships.
Virtual
Interdisciplinary
Free
Dan Kimbrow
dkimbrow@clackesd.org
