Family Communication and Engagement

Communication and Language Access

Laraway CCSD 70C is committed to building strong partnerships with families through meaningful communication. Families of Multilingual Learners have the right to receive important school information in a language they understand.

The district provides language support, including translated materials and interpretation services, to help families fully participate in their child's education.

Communication support may be available for important school information and activities, including:

• Registration information

• Report cards and academic information

• Parent-teacher conferences

• Parent meetings and events

• Special education meetings and documents

• Information from the Multilingual Department

• Important school and district notifications

Our goal is to ensure that language is not a barrier to families' involvement in their child's education.

Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee (BPAC)

Laraway CCSD 70C values the voices and perspectives of our multilingual families. The Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee (BPAC) provides an opportunity for families, educators, and community members to work together to support multilingual learners and strengthen our multilingual programs.

The BPAC provides families with opportunities to:

• Share ideas and feedback about multilingual services

• Learn more about programs and resources available to students and families

• Participate in planning and supporting family engagement activities

• Connect with other multilingual families

Each year, Laraway CCSD 70C provides opportunities for BPAC parent representatives to participate in the Statewide Bilingual Parent Summit, where families can learn, collaborate, and bring back ideas to support our multilingual community.