Translation of the NYC Public Schools' Website
The NYC Public Schools' website can be translated by selecting your language on the top part of any of its public pages. This feature has been enabled for your convenience using translation software powered by Google Translate. Please note, however, that automated translation is not intended to replace human translators and is provided as a service to visitors of the website. No warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, is made as to the accuracy, reliability, or correctness of any translation made from English into any other language. Some content (such as images, videos, Flash, etc.) may not be accurately translated due to the limitations of the translation software.
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Learn more about the Office of Language Access on the InfoHub.
New York City Public School Staff should log in to the employee-only InfoHub page for language access support and services.
Get Help In Your Language
Helpful Resources
Connect to other NYC Public Schools resources in your language:
Print Me:
You may print and cut out an "I Speak" card, in ten languages, to request language assistance services when communicating with NYC Public School staff.
Language Access for NYC Public Schools Families brochures advise families of the availability of language assistance services. Request one at your school!
Request Language Services
Families may complete the Translation and Interpretation Services Request Form to request language assistance services.
The NYC Public Schools’ Office of Language Access (OLA) will forward your request to the appropriate school, office or Committee on Special Education (CSE).
The Translation and Interpretation Services Request form is available in the following languages:
Please note language assistance services may vary depending on the type of school the student attends. Families can also call 311 to make a request for language assistance services. Interpretation, over-the-phone, is available in over 200 languages.
New York City Public Schools Staff should log in to the employee-only InfoHub page for language access support and services.
Connect With the Office of Language Access
If you or someone you know
needs help receiving information or communicating with a school staff
member in a language other than English, please contact your school’s principal
or parent coordinator, call 311 or visit Contact OLA.
The Contact OLA form is available in the following languages:
New York City Public Schools Staff should log in to the employee-only InfoHub page for language access support and services.
Share Your Language Services Experience
You may provide feedback on the NYC Public Schools' language assistance services by completing the Translation & Interpretation Feedback Survey, or calling 311.
The Translation & Interpretation Feedback Survey is available in the following languages:
New York City Public Schools Staff should log in to the employee-only InfoHub page for language access support and services.
Sign Language Interpretation Services
For sign language interpretation services, please contact your school’s parent coordinator or the Office of Sign Language Interpreting Services at OSLIS@schools.nyc.gov.
Having Difficulties Obtaining Language Assistance Services?
If you are having difficulties obtaining language assistance, learn how to Get Help or File a Complaint.