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Community Sign Language

The American School for the Deaf has been offering non-credit community sign language classes for over 45 years. Our American Sign Language (ASL) classes cater to three different groups: Adult, Youth, and Babies. And now introducing: Elementary age classes, for those ages 4-7 years old!
Classes provide a variety of resources designed to support the goals of the class. Learning any language requires time and practice. You will enjoy building your knowledge of ASL to communicate with a friend, family member, or colleague. Students learn best through communication activities including group practice, games, exercises, and dialogues. We have a supportive and enthusiastic community of teachers.

We hope you will join us!
**In light of heightened COVID cases, we will be continuing the VIRTUAL offering of our Community Sign Classes for the Spring session.  Conditions will be reevaluated in late Spring to determine the Summer session offering.  Currently, our BABY and ELEMENTARY classes are being planned in person.  If the status changes, we will inform those who register and present options. 
We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. **

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  • Spring ASL Program - VIRTUAL

    ASL CLASS FEE: $250 - **VIRTUAL**
    An additional person in the same household may join for an added $25 fee (registrants will share the same screen)
    Our American Sign Language (ASL) Classes are non-credited classes designed for all individuals, hearing or deaf, who want to learn how to communicate in ASL.  The three levels offered advance in vocabulary and language structure, and touch on information related to Deaf Culture. Upon completing all levels, students should have a well-rounded knowledge of ASL vocabulary and structure that they can use conversationally. 

    Classes will be held via Zoom (computer or iPad required) in an intimate 8-student class setting with one of our instructors.  

    Now open to Ages 13+

    SPRING 2022 Session
    March 15th - May 25th, 2022
    **No classes the week of April 11th**
    CHOOSE EITHER: 

    TUESDAYS
    March 15th - May 24th, 2022
    **No classes the week of April 11th**
    Meets weekly - 10 sessions 
    • ASL I - 4:30-6:30pm
    • ASL II - 6-8pm
    • ASL III - 6-8pm
     
    -OR-

    WEDNESDAYS
    March 16th - May 25th, 2022 
    **No classes the week of April 11th**
    Meets weekly - 10 sessions 
    • ASL I - 6-8pm
    • ASL II - 4:30-6:30pm
     
    *Seating is limited - first come, first serve
    *Minimum of 5 students required to run the class. If a class has insufficient enrollment, registrants will be able to move to an open seat in another time slot, roll registration over to another session, or will be eligible for a refund.

    TEXTBOOK
    Sign Language Classes will be using the text:
    Learning American Sign Language: Level I & 2- Beginning Intermediate (2nd Edition)

    Following the text, the Adult Sign Language classes are divided into three levels:
    LEVEL I: UNITS #1-8
    LEVEL II: UNITS #9-16
    LEVEL III: UNITS #16-24

  • Elementary Sign Language Classes

    CLASS FEE: $125
    (Fee covers one adult & one child) Additional person: $10.00

    We're happy to now offer an Elementary age sign language classes! This will be for children ages 4-7. The class covers a wide variety of common signs, games, and activities to expose you child to this amazing language!

    Elementary Sign Language classes are for one adult and one child.
    If you are interested, you may register ONE additional adult for an additional fee.
     
    SPRING 2022 Session
    April 23rd - May 21st, 2022

    Saturday Classes
    Elementary ASL class dates: April 23rd - May 21st, 2022
    Meets weekly (Total of 5 sessions)
    11am - 12pm


    Textbook
    The class will be utilizing the text:

  • Baby Sign Language Classes

    CLASS FEE: $125
    (Fee covers one adult & one child) Additional person: $10.00

    Baby Sign Language classes are for babies and toddlers up to 36 months. Participants will be using sign language as a tool to communicate and strengthen the bond with their babies. Wear comfortable clothes and bring either a yoga mat or a little rug for you and your baby to sit on.

    Baby Sign Language classes are for one adult and one child.
    If you are interested, you may register ONE additional adult for an additional fee.

    SPRING 2022 Session
    April 23rd - May 21st, 2022

    Saturday Classes
    Baby ASL class dates: April 23rd - May 21st, 2022
    Meets weekly (Total of 5 sessions)
    9:30am – 10:30am

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    Krystal Sonidis 

    Administrative Assistant to the Assistant Executive Director
    Voice: 860.570.2399
Minimum number of students required to run class.
Class is subject to cancellation due to insufficient enrollment.
Any class cancelled due to weather/instructor illness will be made up.

REFUND POLICY: No refunds after the first day of class.

REGISTRATION: We must receive either payment, or a check payment pledge in order secure a spot on the roster. After you have completed the registration and payment forms, you will receive an e-mail verifying your registration.

DEADLINE: Must register/pay 2 weeks prior to class start date.
Failure to pay 2 weeks prior to class start date will result in being placed on the wait-list.

To cancel a class registration or if you have a question please contact:
Krystal Sonidis
krystal.sonidis@asd-1817.org
(860) 570-2399

Send all Check payments to:
American School for the Deaf
Community Sign Language
139 N Main Street
West Hartford CT 06107
Attention: Krystal Sonidis

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