Ukrainian translators needed to assist newcomer students enrolled in Calgary schools this fall

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Both of Calgary's largest school boards are recruiting translators anticipating an influx of students from Ukraine, after a wave of newcomers to Calgary fled the Russian-Ukrainian war.

The interpreter services would help families with the registration process and throughout the school year for specific events as needed.The Calgary Board of Education says 621 Ukrainian students have enrolled as of early August, but that number is expected to rise.

The Calgary Catholic School District says it estimates 130 Ukrainian students will attend class this fall, and also expects this number to climb. She added that she believes translation services may help with communication between the school and her family.

 

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