Kentucky Statement for Interpreting Services is a document issued by the Kentucky Department of Education to provide guidance on the state's policies and procedures related to the use of interpreters in educational settings. This statement outlines the requirements for the selection of interpreters, the qualifications of interpreters, the process for obtaining and renewing services, and the rights and responsibilities of the district and the interpreter. It also sets forth the minimum standards for interpreter services, including the use of professional interpreters, the use of qualified interpreters, and the use of interpreters who are certified in Kentucky. The Kentucky Statement for Interpreting Services includes two types of services: Educational Interpreting and Community Interpreting. Educational Interpreting is defined as the provision of interpreter services in a Kentucky public school district or the Kentucky Educational Cooperative System, in order to ensure effective communication between students with limited English proficiency and their teachers. Community Interpreting is defined as the provision of interpreter services in a wide variety of settings, including healthcare, legal, religious, and social services. The Kentucky Statement for Interpreting Services is designed to ensure that all students in the Kentucky public school system receive appropriate interpreter services in order to effectively participate in classes and activities. The statement also sets forth the standards for interpreter quality and provides guidance on how to ensure continuous improvement of interpreter services.