How Centennial Schools Aced Multilingual Communication

The Approach

During its search for a better solution, Centennial discovered Pairaphrase—a secure translation management platform designed to overcome exactly the kinds of challenges the district faced. The discovery came at an opportune time, as the district was engaged in a 21-month initiative to integrate AI across teaching, learning, and operations. Centennial approached translation with a forward-thinking mindset, seeing AI not as a replacement for human expertise, but as a powerful complement to it.

Pairaphrase distinguished itself with its collaborative, user-friendly design. The platform allowed for high-quality translations while preserving formatting and simplifying the sharing process. Most importantly, it aligned with the district’s vision of using technology to enhance—not diminish—human-centered communication. From the start, Centennial’s experience with the Pairaphrase team was promising, offering personalized support and a clear departure from one-size-fits-all translation tools.

The Results

Since implementing Pairaphrase, Centennial has experienced measurable improvements in both translation quality and efficiency. Key benefits include:

• Faster, more consistent translations that allow for timely communication with multilingual families
• Reduced reliance on costly outsourced translations, lowering overall expenses
• Improved accuracy and cultural relevance by integrating human interpretation contractors into the workflow
• Minimal onboarding time, thanks to an intuitive, easy-to-use interface
• No need for technical support, streamlining internal operations

While formal data collection on cost and time savings is ongoing, the district has already seen signs that Pairaphrase will be a sustainable long-term solution for language access. The platform has empowered staff to respond more quickly and accurately to families’ needs, enhancing trust and inclusion across the school community.