Summer Sign Language Classes

Hello!

I hope you all have been enjoying your summer as much as I have! :) It is time now for us to start some sign language classes! I know that many of you have been enthusiastic and studying using the many web sites available for learning ASL. There is so much to learn in sign language! SMILE. It does help when you get feedback and that is what I am here for.

There have been some changes in my schedule. I have been accepted to a Masters program at Northeastern University for Education with a focus on Interpreting Education. Also I will be working a few hours here and there at Sorenson in Greensboro. All the things that I learn will be taught to all of you....you never stop learning. :)~

Right now I think individual classes would work out the best for my schedule and I hope that works well for you too. It would be best to set them up week by week since my schedule changes on a weekly basis.You can e-mail me when you have time at slwheeler81@gmail.com.

Also I have a new idea of using the computer to put out assignments and trying to get some feedback from that. We can use a web cam and you can post videos of your signing on you tube.com. There is a way to set your account to private so only the people you invite can see it for your own protection and privacy. Then I can send out assignments and get the video's back on your signing practices that week. What do you think? Do you have the equipment for that? Please give me some feedback on that too through e-mail or in a comment on this blog. I would appreciate that.

Next year we might try to do a ASL Camp for a week in July 2009 so please keep that in mind. My goal is to have 5 group leaders who are either Deaf or Interpreters teach the camp so it should be a week of intensive but FUN learning. Right now the biggest concern is the location so if you have any ideas we are open to that as well. :)

Have a wonderful day and I look forward to practicing sign language with you soon. Feel free to pass this site on to your friends. The more the better!

Warmly,
Sarah W .

Silent Dinner Schedule

Here's the schedule for the next 3 months. Hope you'll agree to the selection of restaurants. I've never been to Chipotel Mexican Grill. If you think this is too small for possible 25 people, let me know and I'll pick another restaurant.
-Pam White

April 1st - Hanes Mall Food Court

April 15th - Dairio's on University Parkway in Stanleyville. Right on where Rt 66 and University Parkway merges.

April 29th - Cici's Pizza on Reynolda Road

May 13th - Golden Corral on University Parkway

May 27th - Chipotel Mexican Grill on Hanes Mall Circle

June 10th - Ihop on University Parkway near Wal-mart

June 24th - Fuddrucker's on Hanes Mall Blvd

CLASS CANCELED THIS SATURDAY.

I just wanted to announce that class is canceled for Sat. March 8th at 10am and class is canceled Sat. April 12th. We will have our next group class April 26th, 2007 at Juice N' Java. That is located in the Harris Teeter Shopping Center on the corner of Spring Garden and Horse Pen Creek. My schedule has become really busy over the next few weekends but I would love to work in some individual classes! Just send me a e-mail at slwheeler81@gmail.com. Thanks! -Sarah

BABY SIGNS

I have just had a great time teaching a woman and her 12 year old son sign language!! It's amazing what a great vocabulary that little ones have. It just takes practice and patience but this little guy knew signs for baby, more, milk, sleep, potty, and recognized many more. It was thrilling to see the mother really enthusiastic about learning new signs for herself and her baby. It is a great way to communicate with a baby and you really can have a lot of fun with your facial expressions and get in to every sign. The kids love that!

I have to brag on my son for a little bit...he has learned some new signs. He can sign girl and boy now! Now we just need to get him to understand the difference between the two. :)

Group ASL Classes & Individual ASL Classes

Just a reminder:

We have group classes set up for $5 a hour long class and we will be using all the signs we have been learning and practicing in those classes to improve our conversational skills. I have been meeting at my house but I will also be using the Juice N' Java meeting room some days. That is on the corner of New Garden and Horse Pen Creek, in the Harris Teeter Shopping Center.

I am also offering individual classes for $15 a half-hour to teach one-on-one. You can call me at 336-681-2722 or e-mail me at slwheeler81@gmail.com to set up a time. I have been meeting at my house but I will also be using the Juice N' Java meeting room some days. That is on the corner of New Garden and Horse Pen Creek, in the Harris Teeter Shopping Center.

We are working on signs for "things around the house" this week!!

Remember to practice the signs that you use around the house this week. If you forgot a sign you can use www.aslpro.com to get the sign again.

CHALLENGE #1: When you are walking around your house try to use sign language to describe the things you are seeing.

CHALLENGE #2: Teach your friends and family your new words that you use around the house. Try and quiz each other if you need something to see if they understand you.

I look forward to seeing you next time! Be sure to study your signs for things around the house, we will have a fun quiz next class!

Have a good day! -Sarah

Deaf Expo is coming to Greensboro this Weekend!

http://www.deafnation.com/page.php?id=748

I would recommend that you all try to make it out to the Deaf Expo! It is a wonderful opportunity to practice your sign language and get involved with the Deaf Culture! It's completely FREE too!! :)

January Class

There have been a lot of interest in the Jan. class. It would be great if the kids could start to practice ahead of time. Web sites like www.aslpro.com are great for the kids to look up new signs and get ready for the class ahead! :) I look forward to the class.