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Translation Services
Requests for Translation (Staff Only)
How to request a translation:
Online translation requests are a way for staff members within the Folsom Cordova Unified School District to request document translation and in-person (oral) translators through our Translation Services Department.
We take pride in handling your request with professionalism and care. Each request is reviewed and then assigned to an appropriate translation specialist.
All oral requests require 72 hours notice. Every effort will be made to complete all written requests within 5-7 days. Rush requests will be handled on a case by case basis.
Requests that are not submitted through the Translation Services request forms will not be completed.
Who has access to Translation Services?
All Folsom Cordova Unified School District’s departments and schools.
What languages may be accessed through Translation Services? Languages available are:
Spanish
Armenian
Russian
Ukrainian
Vietnamese
Farsi
Pashto
Dari
What is the process to get a document translated?
A written translation request form (available online) is filled out and submitted online. Please submit the original, editable document to Vilma Patton (vpatton@fcusd.org) in the Translations Services Depatment. Documents must be submitted in Word format (not a PDF). Document must be editable.
What is the timeline for a translation to be completed?
Translations are processed on a first come first served basis. We strive to complete jobs within a two-week window, long and complex documents may take longer.
How do I find an Oral Interpreter for a Department/School Site meeting?
An Oral Interpreter request form (available online) is filled out and submitted online. The Translation Services Special Project Coordinator will contact you to confirm the receipt of your request and provide you with your interpreter information. All oral interpretation requests require a minimum 72 hour notice.
Have Questions? To check the status of your request, please contact:
Vilma Patton at (916) 294-9000, ext. 103415
For all other questions, please contact:
Taleen Gurss at (916) 294-9000, ext. 103405
PLEASE NOTE:
- The Translation Services Department does not translate written IEP’s. Written IEP translation requests should be sent to an outside service provider. Please coordinate all written IEP translations through the Special Education Department.
- Translations are currently only done from English to other languages.
- Translation requests must be requested using the links below. Please follow the instructions on the form.
Please click on the translation request form (below), and fill it out completely. Please send the original, editable document to Vilma Patton (vpatton@fcusd.org) in the Translation Services department.
