School bd. policies; communication & language accessibility for limited English proficient parents.

This legislation requires Virginia school boards to adopt formal policies ensuring that parents with limited English proficiency receive school communications in a language they can understand. The law mandates that districts provide meaningful access to information regarding school operations, student performance, and parent-teacher interactions. By requiring school divisions to utilize translation services or multilingual resources, this bill aims to bridge the communication gap between schools and non-English speaking families. For Arlington families, this means greater transparency and inclusion, ensuring that all parents—regardless of their primary language—can actively participate in their children's education and stay informed about important school district updates. This change promotes more equitable academic engagement and ensures that language barriers no longer prevent parents from playing a vital role in the school community.