American Sign Language (Grades 5–8)
Thursday 1:45–2:40
Friday 10:00–10:55
Teacher: Katie Orr
Description: This middle school level class takes a relaxed approach to learning the basics of ASL. Classes will cover the manual alphabet, numbers, vocabulary, basic conversational skills, basic language rules, deaf culture, and much more. Course units cover topics such as: Family, Holidays, Food, Activities, Animals and more! Classes are designed to teach the basics of ASL in an interactive environment using signed conversation time, signing games, signing songs, and other activities. Students taking these classes can learn just for fun or learn to boost their foundation of ASL as a foreign language. No prior experience with ASL is required. A $10 copy fee is included in the cost.
Class and Copy Cost: $273
Book: None
Prerequisite: None
Supplies: None
American Sign Language (Grades 8–12)
Thursday 12:45–1:40
Friday 9:00–9:55
Teacher: Katie Orr
Description: Welcome to the captivating world of American Sign Language (ASL). With ASL being the third most used language in the United States, the demand for ASL education grows. ASL is a nationally recognized language, and many colleges are accepting it as foreign language credit. In this engaging and interactive course, students will learn the fundamentals of ASL. This class will provide students with the opportunity to explore and learn basic ASL vocabulary, and grammar, and cultural aspects of the Deaf Community. It will help students develop manual communications skills that promote inclusivity and understanding.
Class Cost: $263
Book: Signing Naturally Units 1–6 Student Set by Cheri Smith, Ella Mae Lentz, Ken Mikos ***Note: Textbook cannot be purchased used because it comes with a 12 month Video Library access included with the purchase. (ISBN: 978-1-58121-235-8)
Prerequisite: None