Multilingual
Breaking Language Barriers: ESL Success at Washington Middle
Washington Middle, New York, NY
800 students
Maria Gonzalez
ESL Coordinator
"For the first time, every family gets messages in their language. It's not just translation; it's connection. The impact on our community trust has been profound."
Maria on community impact
Disconnect with Non-English Speaking Families
With over 15 languages spoken at home, teachers struggled to communicate effectively. Google Translate was often inaccurate, leading to misunderstandings and low parent engagement.
Key Pain Points
- Inaccurate automated translations causing confusion
- Low attendance at parent-teacher conferences
- Teachers relying on students to translate (privacy risk)
- Disconnect between school and home