GET AN INTERPRETER

Did you know?

The Americans with Disabilities Act is a federal law that gives your child the right to an ASL interpreter in most situations in your community. They can get an interpreter for classes, workshops, library events, museums, doctor’s appointments, hospitals, conferences, theaters, festivals, and even concerts to name just a few!

Getting an Interpreter:

AT ISD

Many campus events have ASL/English or foreign spoken language interpreters present. Want to attend an event at ISD and want to ensure you have access? Contact the school secretary:

Elementary and ECE, Scott Tilson - stilson@isd.k12.in.us

Middle School, Felicia Hubbard - fhubbard@isd.k12.in.us

High School, Melissa Ward - mward@isd.k12.in.us

FAMILY EVENTS

Some interpreting agencies will have a special fund to pay for interpreters for private family events/gatherings such as weddings, baby showers, etc. Reach out to your local agency to see if they have funding available for family events.

IN THE COMMUNITY

There are federal laws that require local businesses, medical facilities, courts, government, and other services provided to the public, to be accessible to people with disabilities.

Steps to request an ASL Interpreter in the Community:

1. As early as possible, tell the organization that an ASL interpreter is needed.

2. Be ready to provide names of agencies to the organization. Often hiring interpreters is a new experience for them and it will make the process much easier if you have the information ready.

3. Find an interpreting agency in your area. - LISTING AVAILABLE BELOW

If the organization will not provide an interpreter, here are steps you can take to make sure you get an interpreter for your child.

1. Share information about the ADA with the organization.

Titles of the ADA

Employment (title I)

State & Local Government (title II)

Public Accommodations and Commercial Facilities (title III)

2. Reach out to a local interpreting agency or ISD Interpreting Services at interpreters@isd.k12.in.us for assistance in advocating for you with the organization.