This class is taught in American Sign Language.

Throughout the course, students will learn:
✅ Mastery of the ASL alphabet and fingerspelling.
✅ Ability to sign your name and introduce yourself in ASL.
✅ Competence in having basic conversations about topics like food, colors,  and family,
✅ Capability to ask for clarification in ASL.
✅ Achieving at least 80% accuracy on our proficiency test before moving on to ASL 2.

Introducing ASL Kids Club's accomplished team of ASL instructors:

- **Ms. Trina:** With a career spanning over two decades, Ms. Trina boasts extensive experience as an Educational Interpreter and Tutor, having closely worked with deaf and hard-of-hearing students across various school districts. Her enthusiasm for sign language is evident, fueled by her own Deaf family members.

- **Ms. Lisa Marie:** Ms. Lisa Marie brings a unique linguistic perspective, being proficient in English, Spanish, American Sign Language, and Nicaraguan Sign Language. Her teaching journey of more than 10 years has encompassed roles in teaching, assisting, and mentoring students and interpreters.

- **Ms. Denise:** A born-deaf educator, Ms. Denise's mastery extends beyond communication forms like speech, lipreading, and sign language. Her patience and kindness have guided numerous students, while her role as a tutor and assistant teacher at the School for the Deaf has left a positive impact.

- **Mr. Curt:** With extensive experience as a Deaf tutor, Mr. Curt has worked with both Deaf and hearing students within a school district for over five years. His commitment to an inclusive and supportive learning environment stems from his deep understanding of Deaf culture and communication, coupled with a Bachelor's degree in Deaf Studies.

Collectively, this team is dedicated to delivering an enriching ASL learning experience that accommodates diverse backgrounds and cultivates growth.

Homework Offered
As part of the learning process, we will provide homework assignments to reinforce and practice what students have learned in class.
Assessments Offered
This course has regular quizzes and reviews to help you keep track of your progress and to make sure you really understand ASL.
Grades Offered

Deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We utilize a variety of communication methods to ensure that every child's needs are met, including captions, chat, visual aids, and sign language.

I will share links that I believe are helpful to the student's progress but are not required.