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Honoring Hispanic Heritage: Our Founder’s Local Favorites
At Your Language Connection, language is more than words, it’s about dignity, connection, and belonging.Since we are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, our founder, Michelle Salinas, would like to share some of her personal favorite Hispanic-owned businesses in...
Human Connection Still Wins in a High-Tech World
In these days of a whirlwind of change, where what seemed like science fiction a few years ago is now strapped to our wrists, we tend to get caught up into thinking that technology is what changes our lives. But as the fall leaves and shorter days remind us of...
The Importance of Spanish Interpretation in Schools and Healthcare
Hispanic Heritage Month begins September 15th. Why is this commemorative month unique in beginning not on the first, but midway through the month? The desire was to create a month that would encompass the dates that many Latin American countries declared...
Celebrating Diversity: How Language Services Empower Communities
At Your Language Connection, we believe… Language isn’t just words—it’s connection. Every day, our interpreters and translators turn barriers into bridges, helping communities thrive. Why it matters: Parents and schools: When parents understand their child’s teacher,...
Back to School – Are You Ready to Support Your Families This Year?
The start of a new school year is an exciting time—but also a busy one. As students return to the classroom, schools and districts are planning ahead for everything from welcome events to Parent-Teacher Conferences (PTCs). At Your Language Connection, we’re here to...
Supporting Teachers at Parent-Teacher Conferences – No Matter the Language
At Your Language Connection, we know how important it is for teachers and families to understand each other. When parents speak a different language, it can be hard to have meaningful conversations about a child’s progress. That’s why we’re here—to help make those...
Now’s the Time: Rethink Language Access Before the Busy Season Hits
Summer is a great time to step back and look at what’s working—and what could be improved before the busy months ahead. One area many organizations overlook? Language access. If your staff, clients, or community members speak different languages, relying on English...
How Custom Language Classes Improve Team Communication
July is the heart of wedding season, and often we hear young couples being told that the secret to any good marriage is communication. That advice is as valid for a marriage as it is for a work relationship, and given that we often spend more of our time at work than...
Notice: Private Lessons Only at This Time
We are currently taking a break from offering public classes. We do offer private lessons, customized to your goals. Options include: • $65 per hour• $300 for a 5-hour bundle• $550 for a 10-hour bundle Private lessons can be taken individually or in a small group (1–3...
Top Tips for Travel Season
Are you looking to get away to a foreign destination this summer and really live the culture like the locals do? In an age of online bookings and a gazillion reviews to sort through, do you miss having a trusted inside track on where to really go for a great...