Education · Special Education
IEP & Special Education Interpreting
An IEP meeting decides a child’s educational path — and federal law expects parents to participate meaningfully, whatever language they speak. Bilingva provides interpreters who know the terminology, the process, and the sensitivity these meetings demand.
Why IEP meetings need specialists
“Least restrictive environment.” “Accommodations versus modifications.” “Present levels of performance.” A general interpreter can stumble on the vocabulary that determines a child’s services. Ours interpret it accurately — and understand that a parent hearing difficult news needs care as much as accuracy.
The compliance reality
Under IDEA, districts must take steps to ensure parents understand IEP proceedings — including arranging an interpreter for parents whose native language isn’t English. Title VI adds language-access obligations across district communications. Reliable interpreting isn’t a courtesy; it’s how districts stay compliant and avoid due-process disputes.
How districts work with us
Staff request interpreters through your district’s dedicated 24/7 portal — the same system we built for Summit Public Schools. On-site, video, or phone; confirmed by email; usage reported per school. IEP documents, assessment reports, and parent notices translated on request.
Beyond the IEP room
Parent-teacher conferences, 504 meetings, disciplinary hearings, enrollment, and board meetings — plus ASL and CDI interpreters for deaf and hard-of-hearing families. See everything we do for education.
Trusted by Summit Public Schools, YES Prep, and First Five Santa Clara County. Every family understands, every meeting covered.