Events in April 2019
- The Signing Room: Online Sign Language "Class"
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The Signing Room: Online Sign Language "Class"Do you want to improve your sign language skills?
Do you have basic sign language skills but are looking to advance to the next level?
Check out a unique ONLINE class!
Cost: $49
The Gallaudet University Regional Center for the Midwest is offering scholarships for 10 families of deaf and hard of hearing children who qualify.This is an intermediate level sign language "class" - but not a class in the normal context! This opportunity is all about bringing your conversational and academic sign communication to the next level. It is formatted in a very natural way by giving you conversational opportunities with others advancing their sign language skills, as well as Deaf adults in a small group and 1:1 setting - all through the internet.
Participants meet together through a virtual format once a week for a little over an hour to practice their signing and get feedback from deaf adults on how to improve their sign abilities. Topics of conversation are provided the week before, allowing you to practice your skills prior to meeting with the group.
The Signing Room is a future membership site for those wanting to increase their signing skills and advance to the next level of sign language proficiency. Research shows that the best way to build language is to participate in ongoing give-and-take dialog. This program will do that through deaf language models and other intermediate level peers wanting to increase their sign language abilities.
Our first pilot was extremely well received and we are ready to pilot it once again with a larger group!
Requirements to participate in this program include:
- A foundation in sign language. Best recommended for people who have the vocabulary usually taught in ASL 1 and ASL 2.
- A strong internet connection (recommended 600kbps/1.2Mbps)
- A webcam and regular sized computer screen (no phones) with good lighting
- A quiet and distraction free environment during the class.
Interested parties need to take a 15 minute "interview" to identify if the class is a good fit. After the interview, you will be personally contacted about the class and given a personal invitation to participate if you qualify.
Interview Now!
Contact Stefanie Kessen at TheOnlineItinerant@gmail.com for more information.
Sponsored by The Online Itinerant, Gallaudet University: Regional Center Midwest, and John A. Logan College.
- Beginner American Sign Language Class
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Beginner American Sign Language ClassElisha D. Smith Public Library - Activity Room440 First StreetMenasha, WI 54952WAD is offering ASL 1 (beginner) for adults only.
Cost: $75 for 6 sessions
When: Wednesdays from 6pm-7:30pm, April 3rd to May 8th
Instructor: Faye Peters (Deaf Teacher)
This ASL class is taught by a Deaf teacher. You will also have the opportunity to learn a few things about Deaf Culture. This location is at the Elisha D. Smith Public Library in the Activity Room. Email asl@wisdeaf.org if you have any questions.
- Educational Interpreter Workshop: "Taking Your Work from Good to Great: Strategies for Interpreting in K-12 Educational Settings"
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Educational Interpreter Workshop: "Taking Your Work from Good to Great: Strategies for Interpreting in K-12 Educational Settings"Doors open 8:30 a.m.
Workshop from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Refreshments provided, lunch on your own.
Interpreting in K-12 educational settings is challenging and highly complex work, which is often done in isolation, or without much support. If you are looking for ways to take the good interpreting work that you are doing in classrooms and make it great, you won't want to miss this workshop! During this interactive workshop, we will explore the complexity of interpreting in education and discover strategies that will take your interpreting to the next level. The day will be reflective, active, and fun- so come prepared to give your brain and interpreting skills a workout!
The presenter who is putting on this amazing workshop is Jen Hayes. She is an interpreter who has a passion for teaching and learning. Jen earned her master's degree in ASL/English Interpreting Pedagogy through theUniversity of North Florida(UNF)in 2017 and her bachelor's degree in
interpreting from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) in 2004. Along with interpreting, Jen is an instructor at UWM within the interpreting program, and has experience as a presenter, mentor, and academic advisor.Register by Monday, April 1st - Limited Capacity
For registration and/or special accommodations, please email:
Brenda Lerner, brenda.lerner@janesville.k12.wi.usCheck out the booth provided by Outreach and look at the latest news on License and EIPA test as well as the services they have to offer.
WisRID is an approved RIDCMP sponsor for continued education activities. This program is offered for 0.5 PS CEU's at the same content knowledge level.
ASL Story & Activity: "Rabbits & Raindrops"–
ASL Story & Activity: "Rabbits & Raindrops"Southern Lakes Association of the Deaf (SLAD - Clubhouse)715 E. Wisconsin St.Delavan, WI 53115We are offering ASL stories and activities to all children and parents. The story will be signed by a Deaf individual and activities will follow. Snacks will be offered by Outreach/SLAD, and drinks will be sold in the clubhouse.
March 2: "Don't Let the Pigeon Drive The Bus"
April 6: "Rabbits & Raindrops"
May 4: "Red: A Crayon's Story"
June 1: "Dinosaur Farm"
July 6: "Giraffes Can't Dance"
August 3: "School Bus"Co-sponsored by Southern Lakes Association of the Deaf.
- The Signing Room: Online Sign Language "Class"
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The Signing Room: Online Sign Language "Class"Do you want to improve your sign language skills?
Do you have basic sign language skills but are looking to advance to the next level?
Check out a unique ONLINE class!
Cost: $49
The Gallaudet University Regional Center for the Midwest is offering scholarships for 10 families of deaf and hard of hearing children who qualify.This is an intermediate level sign language "class" - but not a class in the normal context! This opportunity is all about bringing your conversational and academic sign communication to the next level. It is formatted in a very natural way by giving you conversational opportunities with others advancing their sign language skills, as well as Deaf adults in a small group and 1:1 setting - all through the internet.
Participants meet together through a virtual format once a week for a little over an hour to practice their signing and get feedback from deaf adults on how to improve their sign abilities. Topics of conversation are provided the week before, allowing you to practice your skills prior to meeting with the group.
The Signing Room is a future membership site for those wanting to increase their signing skills and advance to the next level of sign language proficiency. Research shows that the best way to build language is to participate in ongoing give-and-take dialog. This program will do that through deaf language models and other intermediate level peers wanting to increase their sign language abilities.
Our first pilot was extremely well received and we are ready to pilot it once again with a larger group!
Requirements to participate in this program include:
- A foundation in sign language. Best recommended for people who have the vocabulary usually taught in ASL 1 and ASL 2.
- A strong internet connection (recommended 600kbps/1.2Mbps)
- A webcam and regular sized computer screen (no phones) with good lighting
- A quiet and distraction free environment during the class.
Interested parties need to take a 15 minute "interview" to identify if the class is a good fit. After the interview, you will be personally contacted about the class and given a personal invitation to participate if you qualify.
Interview Now!
Contact Stefanie Kessen at TheOnlineItinerant@gmail.com for more information.
Sponsored by The Online Itinerant, Gallaudet University: Regional Center Midwest, and John A. Logan College.
- Beginner American Sign Language Class
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Beginner American Sign Language ClassElisha D. Smith Public Library - Activity Room440 First StreetMenasha, WI 54952WAD is offering ASL 1 (beginner) for adults only.
Cost: $75 for 6 sessions
When: Wednesdays from 6pm-7:30pm, April 3rd to May 8th
Instructor: Faye Peters (Deaf Teacher)
This ASL class is taught by a Deaf teacher. You will also have the opportunity to learn a few things about Deaf Culture. This location is at the Elisha D. Smith Public Library in the Activity Room. Email asl@wisdeaf.org if you have any questions.
- The Signing Room: Online Sign Language "Class"
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The Signing Room: Online Sign Language "Class"Do you want to improve your sign language skills?
Do you have basic sign language skills but are looking to advance to the next level?
Check out a unique ONLINE class!
Cost: $49
The Gallaudet University Regional Center for the Midwest is offering scholarships for 10 families of deaf and hard of hearing children who qualify.This is an intermediate level sign language "class" - but not a class in the normal context! This opportunity is all about bringing your conversational and academic sign communication to the next level. It is formatted in a very natural way by giving you conversational opportunities with others advancing their sign language skills, as well as Deaf adults in a small group and 1:1 setting - all through the internet.
Participants meet together through a virtual format once a week for a little over an hour to practice their signing and get feedback from deaf adults on how to improve their sign abilities. Topics of conversation are provided the week before, allowing you to practice your skills prior to meeting with the group.
The Signing Room is a future membership site for those wanting to increase their signing skills and advance to the next level of sign language proficiency. Research shows that the best way to build language is to participate in ongoing give-and-take dialog. This program will do that through deaf language models and other intermediate level peers wanting to increase their sign language abilities.
Our first pilot was extremely well received and we are ready to pilot it once again with a larger group!
Requirements to participate in this program include:
- A foundation in sign language. Best recommended for people who have the vocabulary usually taught in ASL 1 and ASL 2.
- A strong internet connection (recommended 600kbps/1.2Mbps)
- A webcam and regular sized computer screen (no phones) with good lighting
- A quiet and distraction free environment during the class.
Interested parties need to take a 15 minute "interview" to identify if the class is a good fit. After the interview, you will be personally contacted about the class and given a personal invitation to participate if you qualify.
Interview Now!
Contact Stefanie Kessen at TheOnlineItinerant@gmail.com for more information.
Sponsored by The Online Itinerant, Gallaudet University: Regional Center Midwest, and John A. Logan College.
- Beginner American Sign Language Class
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Beginner American Sign Language ClassElisha D. Smith Public Library - Activity Room440 First StreetMenasha, WI 54952WAD is offering ASL 1 (beginner) for adults only.
Cost: $75 for 6 sessions
When: Wednesdays from 6pm-7:30pm, April 3rd to May 8th
Instructor: Faye Peters (Deaf Teacher)
This ASL class is taught by a Deaf teacher. You will also have the opportunity to learn a few things about Deaf Culture. This location is at the Elisha D. Smith Public Library in the Activity Room. Email asl@wisdeaf.org if you have any questions.
- Allies in Deafhood, Delavan
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Allies in Deafhood, DelavanWESP-DHH Campus, Lee Gym309 W. Walworth Ave.Delavan, Wisconsin 53115This workshop is open to all who are interested in learning how to become a better ally for the Deaf Community. This workshop includes content on the differences between deafness vs. Deafhood, why we use application of “colonialism” in the understanding of our individual and collective experience/history, an expanded definition of Audism, and what the Five Dimensions of Deaf people are.
All access to communication will be provided.
CEUs: .3 CEUs available.
For more information, please contact:
Bonnie L. Eldred, Deaf Mentor Program Coordinator, bonnie.eldred@wesp-dhh.wi.gov or 262-725-0252 - Spring Art Show
All day
Spring Art ShowWisconsin School for the Deaf309 W. Walworth Ave.Delavan, WI 53115Students' artwork showcasing in the Round Room. Visitors will need to schedule an appointment to see the exhibit with a WSD staff.
For more information, please contact:
Susan Dupor, susan.dupor@wsd.k12.wi.us or 262-728-7131 - Allies in Deafhood, Fond du Lac
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Allies in Deafhood, Fond du LacFond du Lac Public Library32 Sheboygan St.Fond du Lac, WI 54935This workshop is open to all who are interested in learning how to become a better ally for the Deaf Community. This workshop includes content on the differences between deafness vs. Deafhood, why we use application of “colonialism” in the understanding of our individual and collective experience/history, an expanded definition of Audism, and what the Five Dimensions of Deaf people are.
All access to communication will be provided.
CEUs: .3 CEUs available.
For more information, please contact:
Bonnie L. Eldred, Deaf Mentor Program Coordinator, bonnie.eldred@wesp-dhh.wi.gov or 262-725-0252 - Spring Art Show
All day
Spring Art ShowWisconsin School for the Deaf309 W. Walworth Ave.Delavan, WI 53115Students' artwork showcasing in the Round Room. Visitors will need to schedule an appointment to see the exhibit with a WSD staff.
For more information, please contact:
Susan Dupor, susan.dupor@wsd.k12.wi.us or 262-728-7131 - Spring Art Show
All day
Spring Art ShowWisconsin School for the Deaf309 W. Walworth Ave.Delavan, WI 53115Students' artwork showcasing in the Round Room. Visitors will need to schedule an appointment to see the exhibit with a WSD staff.
For more information, please contact:
Susan Dupor, susan.dupor@wsd.k12.wi.us or 262-728-7131The Signing Room: Online Sign Language "Class"–
The Signing Room: Online Sign Language "Class"Do you want to improve your sign language skills?
Do you have basic sign language skills but are looking to advance to the next level?
Check out a unique ONLINE class!
Cost: $49
The Gallaudet University Regional Center for the Midwest is offering scholarships for 10 families of deaf and hard of hearing children who qualify.This is an intermediate level sign language "class" - but not a class in the normal context! This opportunity is all about bringing your conversational and academic sign communication to the next level. It is formatted in a very natural way by giving you conversational opportunities with others advancing their sign language skills, as well as Deaf adults in a small group and 1:1 setting - all through the internet.
Participants meet together through a virtual format once a week for a little over an hour to practice their signing and get feedback from deaf adults on how to improve their sign abilities. Topics of conversation are provided the week before, allowing you to practice your skills prior to meeting with the group.
The Signing Room is a future membership site for those wanting to increase their signing skills and advance to the next level of sign language proficiency. Research shows that the best way to build language is to participate in ongoing give-and-take dialog. This program will do that through deaf language models and other intermediate level peers wanting to increase their sign language abilities.
Our first pilot was extremely well received and we are ready to pilot it once again with a larger group!
Requirements to participate in this program include:
- A foundation in sign language. Best recommended for people who have the vocabulary usually taught in ASL 1 and ASL 2.
- A strong internet connection (recommended 600kbps/1.2Mbps)
- A webcam and regular sized computer screen (no phones) with good lighting
- A quiet and distraction free environment during the class.
Interested parties need to take a 15 minute "interview" to identify if the class is a good fit. After the interview, you will be personally contacted about the class and given a personal invitation to participate if you qualify.
Interview Now!
Contact Stefanie Kessen at TheOnlineItinerant@gmail.com for more information.
Sponsored by The Online Itinerant, Gallaudet University: Regional Center Midwest, and John A. Logan College.
- Spring Art Show
All day
Spring Art ShowWisconsin School for the Deaf309 W. Walworth Ave.Delavan, WI 53115Students' artwork showcasing in the Round Room. Visitors will need to schedule an appointment to see the exhibit with a WSD staff.
For more information, please contact:
Susan Dupor, susan.dupor@wsd.k12.wi.us or 262-728-7131Beginner American Sign Language Class–
Beginner American Sign Language ClassElisha D. Smith Public Library - Activity Room440 First StreetMenasha, WI 54952WAD is offering ASL 1 (beginner) for adults only.
Cost: $75 for 6 sessions
When: Wednesdays from 6pm-7:30pm, April 3rd to May 8th
Instructor: Faye Peters (Deaf Teacher)
This ASL class is taught by a Deaf teacher. You will also have the opportunity to learn a few things about Deaf Culture. This location is at the Elisha D. Smith Public Library in the Activity Room. Email asl@wisdeaf.org if you have any questions.
- Spring Art Show
All day
Spring Art ShowWisconsin School for the Deaf309 W. Walworth Ave.Delavan, WI 53115Students' artwork showcasing in the Round Room. Visitors will need to schedule an appointment to see the exhibit with a WSD staff.
For more information, please contact:
Susan Dupor, susan.dupor@wsd.k12.wi.us or 262-728-7131Last Minute Say YES to the "Quest" Formal Wear Event–
Last Minute Say YES to the "Quest" Formal Wear EventOutreach Services for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deafblind309 W. Walworth Ave.Kastner Hall (Door #27)Delavan, WI 53115
Outreach staff have been collecting prom dresses, suits & tuxedos, shoes, and purses for WESP-DHH Quest/Prom.Come to Kastner Hall to try on and take home your prom attire. NO COST TO YOU!
Say Yes to the “Quest”: 5:00pm-7:00pm on Thursday, March 21, 2019
RSVP/questions to Maryann Barnett: maryann.barnett@wesp-dhh.wi.gov
- Spring Art Show
All day
Spring Art ShowWisconsin School for the Deaf309 W. Walworth Ave.Delavan, WI 53115Students' artwork showcasing in the Round Room. Visitors will need to schedule an appointment to see the exhibit with a WSD staff.
For more information, please contact:
Susan Dupor, susan.dupor@wsd.k12.wi.us or 262-728-7131NTC: ASL Science Rocks–
NTC: ASL Science RocksNorthcentral Technical College1000 W. Campus Dr.Wausau, WI 54401715-803-1230
- NTC: ASL Science Rocks
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NTC: ASL Science RocksNorthcentral Technical College1000 W. Campus Dr.Wausau, WI 54401715-803-1230WDBTAP Family Day–
WDBTAP Family Day
For all families that have a child currently registered with WDBTAP. Join us at Lake Geneva Canopy Tours for a day of learning, networking and fun!
9:00 - 11:30: They’re the Professionals, but Parents are the Experts! Margaret Gilbride
JD, CT, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Director of Transition,
Employment, and Aging & Disability at The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities.
Join in an honest and candid conversation about the power of parental expertise and its role in informing the work of professionals in their children’s lives. The time together will be part celebration, part visioning and part strategizing.Lunch - provided
1:00 - 4:00: Zip Lining with the experts at Lake Geneva Canopy Tours
For those who wish to participate with a signed release. Hiking trails, outdoor games and bouncy house for those who choose to keep their feet on the ground.
Dinner - provided
Lodging
A block of hotel rooms has been held under WDBTAP at Comfort Suites, Lake Geneva WI. Please see the event registration form for additional details at: https://goo.gl/forms/dLzFFHBz4P42iIJ22
For additional information contact Jenny at 608-356-2023 or jennifer.hudson-stanek@wesp-dhh.wi.gov
- Spring Art Show
All day
Spring Art ShowWisconsin School for the Deaf309 W. Walworth Ave.Delavan, WI 53115Students' artwork showcasing in the Round Room. Visitors will need to schedule an appointment to see the exhibit with a WSD staff.
For more information, please contact:
Susan Dupor, susan.dupor@wsd.k12.wi.us or 262-728-7131 - Spring Art Show
All day
Spring Art ShowWisconsin School for the Deaf309 W. Walworth Ave.Delavan, WI 53115Students' artwork showcasing in the Round Room. Visitors will need to schedule an appointment to see the exhibit with a WSD staff.
For more information, please contact:
Susan Dupor, susan.dupor@wsd.k12.wi.us or 262-728-7131Program Support Teacher (PST) Meeting for D/HH Professionals - TBD–
Program Support Teacher (PST) Meeting for D/HH Professionals - TBDOnline, via ZoomThe Signing Room: Online Sign Language "Class"–
The Signing Room: Online Sign Language "Class"Do you want to improve your sign language skills?
Do you have basic sign language skills but are looking to advance to the next level?
Check out a unique ONLINE class!
Cost: $49
The Gallaudet University Regional Center for the Midwest is offering scholarships for 10 families of deaf and hard of hearing children who qualify.This is an intermediate level sign language "class" - but not a class in the normal context! This opportunity is all about bringing your conversational and academic sign communication to the next level. It is formatted in a very natural way by giving you conversational opportunities with others advancing their sign language skills, as well as Deaf adults in a small group and 1:1 setting - all through the internet.
Participants meet together through a virtual format once a week for a little over an hour to practice their signing and get feedback from deaf adults on how to improve their sign abilities. Topics of conversation are provided the week before, allowing you to practice your skills prior to meeting with the group.
The Signing Room is a future membership site for those wanting to increase their signing skills and advance to the next level of sign language proficiency. Research shows that the best way to build language is to participate in ongoing give-and-take dialog. This program will do that through deaf language models and other intermediate level peers wanting to increase their sign language abilities.
Our first pilot was extremely well received and we are ready to pilot it once again with a larger group!
Requirements to participate in this program include:
- A foundation in sign language. Best recommended for people who have the vocabulary usually taught in ASL 1 and ASL 2.
- A strong internet connection (recommended 600kbps/1.2Mbps)
- A webcam and regular sized computer screen (no phones) with good lighting
- A quiet and distraction free environment during the class.
Interested parties need to take a 15 minute "interview" to identify if the class is a good fit. After the interview, you will be personally contacted about the class and given a personal invitation to participate if you qualify.
Interview Now!
Contact Stefanie Kessen at TheOnlineItinerant@gmail.com for more information.
Sponsored by The Online Itinerant, Gallaudet University: Regional Center Midwest, and John A. Logan College.