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The Language Bank, Inc. (TLB) specializes in delivering translation and interpretation services that meet the diverse needs of our clients. This includes American Sign Language (ASL) and Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI) services. TLB translates IEPs in a wide range of languages. Contact us for information on the services we provide to public-schools and check out our blog. Schedule your remote video interpreter today. We also provide a wide range of integrated AI solutions. Take a look at our services page. TLB is a SAM registered contractor. Phone: (630) 406-1277 or (844) 876-7528, info@language-bank.com

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The Language Bank, Inc., (TLB), a leading language services company based in Batavia, IL, is pleased to announce that it has entered a contract with US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to provide sign language services, including but not limited to, American Sign Language (ASL) and Certified Deaf Interpreters (CDI) to all ports of entry in the US and its territories.

This contract will allow The Language Bank, Inc. to provide critical language assistance to the Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities while traveling to or through the US. The ASL and CDI interpreters will be available to assist deaf and hard-of-hearing travelers with communication needs related to customs, immigration, and other border-related processes.

“We are honored have the opportunity to serve the Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities through this contract. Our team of highly qualified ASL and CDI interpreters is committed to providing top-notch language assistance to ensure that deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals have equal access to the services and support they may need while traveling.”, Dennis Merritt, President of The Language Bank, Inc.

TLB is a leading provider of translation and in person interpretation (IPI), remote video interpretation (RVI) and over the phone interpretation (OPI) services for government clients, public school districts, universities, and a wide variety of private industry clients.

Its team of language professionals are certified in a range of languages with expertise in a variety of fields. TLB also provides translation services to CBP and SSA.

To learn more about US Customs and Border Protection, or the Social Security Administration (SSA), please visit https://www.cbp.gov, or https://www.ssa.gov

In the United States, public schools are required by law to provide language services for families who need them. This includes translating documents related to special education, such as Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and related reports [1].

Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), every public-school child who receives special education and related services must have an IEP that is designed specifically for them [2]. This IEP is a legally binding document that outlines the student’s strengths, weaknesses, and needs, as well as the services and accommodations that the school will provide to support them.

Related documents and evaluations are also necessary to assess the student’s progress and ensure that they are receiving appropriate services. These may include evaluations, records, and reports, as well as the IEP itself [1].

When parents request translations of these documents, schools are required to provide them in the family’s preferred language. At the very least, schools must explain the documents to parents in their preferred language, even if they cannot provide a full translation [1].

It’s important to note that related services, as defined by IDEA, include not only translation services, but also transportation and other supportive services that are necessary for a child with a disability to benefit from special education. This may include speech-language pathology and audiology services, interpreting services, psychological services, physical and occupational therapy, and recreation [3].

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