New York S00894 requires school districts to create language assistance programs for limited English proficient parents of students.

New York S00894 mandates that school districts establish language assistance programs for parents with limited English proficiency. These programs must ensure that parents can effectively communicate with teachers and school personnel. The bill requires districts to provide written materials in parents' primary languages, offer language assistance for phone calls and in-person visits, and support parent attendance at school events. Districts must keep records and submit annual reports to the commissioner. The commissioner will create rules and regulations to implement these provisions.

New York S00894 requires school districts to create language assistance programs for limited English proficient parents of students.

New York S00894 mandates that school districts establish language assistance programs for parents with limited English proficiency. These programs must ensure that parents can effectively communicate with teachers and school personnel. The bill requires districts to provide written materials in parents' primary languages, offer language assistance for phone calls and in-person visits, and support parent attendance at school events. Districts must keep records and submit annual reports to the commissioner. The commissioner will create rules and regulations to implement these provisions.