In an increasingly interdependent world, knowledge of world languages and cultures is a vital part of the preparation for a student’s role in the world community.
Vision Statement
We are a school community that values diversity as an asset. Celebrating, validating, and preserving the multicultural and multilingual backgrounds of our students and their families while immersing them in our diverse national culture is essential. As advocates for our students and their families, we make connections and encourage their involvement in the school community. Students will be provided culturally relevant and academically challenging work that fosters their social and emotional development as members of the global community.
Community Organizations
explore a directory of community organizations within the North Colonie area that provide support and resources for families. It aims to connect parents with local community organizations, nonprofits, and agencies that offer services related to education, healthcare, social assistance, and more. Learn about how to access these services and contact these organizations.
View the ENL Department’s list of Community Organizations & Resources.
Translation Options
Are you looking for translation assistance? We have various translation options available to help bridge language barriers and facilitate effective communication between parents and the school district.
- Google Translate Chrome Extension
- Using Google Chrome to Translate Websites
- iPhone Languages
- Android Language
- North Colonie Preferred Language Form
- Talking Points App
English Classes for Adults
Looking for information about English Language classes that are specifically designed for adults? Learn more about how North Colonie families can access language learning programs, classes and resources to help improve language proficiency.
These services are being listed for informational purposes only and any listings on this page are not an endorsement of the class nor programming being offered.
COVID-19 Resources
The ENL Department has a resource hub for parents, providing crucial information and updates related to the COVID-19 pandemic within the North Colonie Central School District.
It likely contains information on health guidelines, safety protocols, school closures, remote learning procedures, and vaccination resources. Parents can stay informed about the district’s response to the pandemic and access any necessary information regarding their child’s education during this time.

WORLD LANGUAGES & ENL
Dr. Trini Hernandez
District Supervisor of Bilingual Education & World Languages
91 Fiddlers Lane
Latham, NY 12110
Phone: (518) 785-8591
COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
- U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants Albany, NY
- Healthy Capital District Initiative
- Albany Law School Immigration Clinic
- Capital District Beginnings
- Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany
- Commission on Economic Opportunity
- Empire Justice Center
- The Legal Project
- United Way of the Greater Capital Region
- CDTA Refugee and Immigrant Programs
- Refugee and Immigrant Support Services of Emmaus
- Albany County Department of Social Services
- Food Pantry Locator
- Food Pantries for the Capital District
COVID-19 RESOURCES
The following multilingual COVID-19 resources are available: