Small Interpretation and Translation Teams with Big Impacts |
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Saturday, Sept. 30 is International Interpretation and Translation Day! Also known as International Translation Day, this date celebrates language professionals around the world.
Join us in recognizing the DPS Multilingual Communications Team, which provides interpretation and translation support in more than 180 languages to schools and departments.
Since the start of the 2023-24 school year, the DPS Translation team has handled 248 requests. The DPS Interpretation team has handled 491 interpretation requests, and they assigned 747 interpreters. Their work has already helped hundreds of families connect with their schools!
What is the difference between a translator and an interpreter?
Translators work with written texts. They must be good at understanding what they read and proficient in the target language so they can translate the text accurately.
Interpreters, on the other hand, work with spoken language. They need to think on their feet, by interpreting quickly without relying on external help. Language professionals have specialized skills that ensure a message stays true to the original in formality, vocabulary and structure. To learn more about the difference, watch this video.
How do I request a translation or interpretation?
The Multilingual Communications Team recently implemented a new platform for translation and interpretation requests. Please visit The Commons to familiarize yourself with the new system and processes.
Thank you for your hard work and dedication in helping our multilingual families have access to important information in their own language!
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Top 5 Callout: Favorite Fall Recipes |
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There's something about fall that gets people in the baking (or cooking) spirit! So, while dusting off your Crockpot, start thinking of your favorite thing to make. Whether it's the best pumpkin bread, chili or apple pie recipe -- we want to hear it! Share your favorite fall recipe through this form! |
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Poll Results: Favorite Fall Candle |
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Last week, we asked you to vote on your favorite fall candle scent, and almost 500 of you shared your essential seasonal candle. Get cozy, light a candle and enjoy these results! |
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October Wellness Newsletter and Calendar |
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In the newsletter this month, we highlight:
- The new collaborations with the DPS Nursing Department for employee oral health.
- Movement Rx for ergonomics education.
- Breast Cancer Awareness.
- Important resources, like DPS Skills, for personal and professional development.
- DPS Office of the Ombuds.
In the calendar, we feature daily resources that are at your fingertips. Employees can access Move@Work, Decompress & Recharge, yoga, meditation, and other important webinars about retirement, sleep education and so much more.
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The Ombuds Office invites you to our Open House event! We are thrilled to welcome you to our space, introduce you to our amazing team and show you how we support all DPS employees.
Please join us on Wednesday, Oct. 11 for a morning filled with friendly faces, freshly brewed coffee and donuts. We will also have a giveaway.
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Apply to the Climate Champions Grant Program |
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The Climate Champions Grant Program provides funding to help DPS students implement climate action projects in their schools. This program intends to engage DPS students in real-world problem solving, leadership development and project-based learning that will allow for innovative and creative solutions to climate change.
This new program is in partnership with the DPS Sustainability Team and the City and County of Denver. There is $225,000 available to fund multiple projects. Projects must be between $1,000-$25,000. We invite DPS student-led project teams to apply for funding by Dec. 1. If you have questions, email the DPS Sustainability Team at dept_sustainability@dpsk12.net.
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Achieve Gala 2024 Student Entertainment |
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The DPS Foundation is looking for students to perform at our annual Achieve Gala taking place on April 11, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency Denver at the Colorado Convention Center. Students from all grades are invited to apply, regardless of group size or performance type.
The Achieve Gala 2024 theme is an Ode To Our Future. We want to use this opportunity to celebrate our DPS students as they begin writing their futures and leading their pathways to success.
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TJ Jackson
Student Mentor, McAuliffe International
Collaboration
"I am blessed to have TJ on my team every day. He is always willing to talk through any student situation so that he and I can team up and come at it from two different perspectives and as two very different individuals. Students know that we, as a support staff, are on the same page, have the same high expectations for them and will hold them accountable to making the gains that we know they can make. He really listens to the whole room, to the students and to the families to ensure that each student he works with feels known, understood and cared for."
-- Katherine Grove
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Denver Public Schools sends all district newsletters and critical employee communications through Constant Contact. Please do not unsubscribe your dpsk12.org email address from any message; if you unsubscribe from one newsletter or one communication, you will be removed from all other district-managed email lists in Constant Contact. If you have any questions, please email newsletters@dpsk12.org.
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