Join Mark Byrne and your peers from across the DMV for a moderated discussion on the future of language access in K-12 schools. Please submit a topic for discussion when registering for this free event.
Thursday
March 26th
9AM - 11AM
EST
Gatehouse Center
Falls Church, VA
Complimentary
Coffee & bagels
Symposium agenda
How districts are using AI-powered translation and interpretation to support family engagement and English Learners—plus guidance on appropriate classroom and district use.
A look at hybrid workflows, vetting AI tools, and when human expertise is essential to ensure accuracy, cultural relevance, and confidentiality.
Understanding Title VI requirements, federal policy shifts, and how districts can uphold equitable language access amid changing funding and regulations.
Best practices for building inclusive systems—interpreter qualifications, Deaf communication strategies, and collaborative sharing of translated statewide documents.
Everything you need to know about attending and how to secure your spot
Gatehouse Administrative Center
8115 Gatehouse Road
Falls Church, VA 22042
Follow the Gatehouse parking signs —
These will lead you to the the parking garage just past the main building.
The garage has three levels —
Feel free to park in any available space and be sure to remember which level you parked on.
Take the elevator to the first floor —
Once you arrive, make your way towards the Gatehouse Café — it's located right near the elevators and there will be plenty of signs directing you there.
District leaders are encouraged to submit topics for discussion in advance
Have a topic? Submit discussion topics to mbyrne@piedmontglobal.com
Talk with our team about how we can support your goals today — and shape what’s next.
