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Denver Schools Use ILA: Language Technology for Education

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Denver Public Schools, the largest and most linguistically diverse district in Colorado, has embraced innovation to break down language barriers and foster family engagement. By implementing the Instant Language Assistant (ILA), a revolutionary language technology for education, DPS empowers staff to communicate with families in real-time across 160–200 languages. From improving parent-teacher communication to supporting social services, ILA is transforming how schools engage with multicultural communities, ensuring every family feels included and valued.

Ocean Schools Uses ILA for Multilingual Student and Family Engagement

The Township of Ocean School District recognized the growing need for effective communication tools to support their increasingly diverse community. With 7% of students coming from multilingual households and over 32 languages spoken at home, the district faced challenges in fostering meaningful connections.

“Our focus has always been on creating an inclusive environment,” said Cecilia Vila, PK-12 Supervisor of ESL and Bilingual Programs. “By addressing language barriers, we’ve been able to enhance multilingual student and family engagement, ensuring that every child and their family feel supported and included in our school community.”

Through the implementation of the Instant Language Assistant (ILA), the district has transformed how it communicates with multilingual families, enabling real-time, two-way conversations that bridge cultural and linguistic divides. This innovative approach has improved participation in school meetings, events, and academic discussions, setting a new standard for inclusivity and engagement.