April 2022
Happy National ASL Day | April 15
“Sign language is the noblest gift God has given to Deaf people.”
– George Veditz
Today, April 15th, we observe National ASL Day! It is a great opportunity to celebrate and learn more about American Sign Language. 

On this day in 1817, the American School for the Deaf (ASD) opened in Hartford, Connecticut. There, teachers and students worked together, and by intermingling Native American Signs, French Sign Language, and even Martha’s Vineyard Sign Language, American Sign Language (ASL) was born. 
Upcoming ASDC Events
Camp Belong 2022
May 27-30, 2022 | Brooklyn, MI
ASDC invites Deaf/HH kids ages 11-13 to join the Adventure Crew!

At Camp Belong - kids will:
  • Build confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging in middle school-aged mainstreamed deaf and hard of hearing kids*
  • Promote skills for navigating their local school and community**
  • Accommodate all levels of language skills in ASL and English Support continued connections, resilience, and success post-camp
  • Learn from and be supported by professionals who were mainstreamed as children too

*Including DHH kids who are the only DHH kid in their school **They will leave CB with confidence for interacting with others in their hometown
ASDC Conference 2022
July 21-23, 2022 | Anaheim, CA
This year, ASDC is putting on a family conference like no other! Instead of holding to the traditional format of two full days of speakers, we are doing something different. 

We will get together for short presentations in the morning, and then your whole family will head off for a fun-filled “sight/sign-seeing” afternoon field trip designed for families with children of all ages and abilities. Families will also be accompanied by a Deaf ASL role model. Transportation is provided

Your family won’t want to miss this!

A speaker track for Spanish-speaking families will be included - please reach out to Yiesell Rayon for more information.
Weekly and Monthly Classes
In addition to our annual events - we offer weekly and monthly online classes too! Each week we share links to resources and classes that are a great addition to your existing curriculum and/or family learning. Register early as classes fill up quickly.

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Want more? Visit our Online Courses and see what's coming up!
ASDC Members Only Event - April 25th
Join us for ASDC's exclusive premiere of Season 2, followed by a Q&A with some of the artistic team and cast members.

See the world premiere of Season 2 of You, Too! - an educational series for Deaf and hearing children in elementary school. The show features arts-related content such as dance, theater, and poetry presented in both ASL (American Sign Language) and English. 
Join ASDC
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New Education/School Member
Join us in welcoming The Learning Center for the Deaf to our family of Education/School Members!

Learn more about their mission and how they serve the Deaf/HH Community. We're excited to have them on board!

Interested in becoming an Education/School Member? Visit our Membership Page and Join us Today!
Our Thanks & Appreciation
March Donors
Our heartfelt appreciation goes out to these generous individuals, families, and organizations for their support.
INDIVIDUAL DONORS
Anonymous (3)
Lara-Ann Baxter
Adrian Cortez
Tamara Flores
Edgar & Lynda Layland
Sam Mauro
Katherine Mileto
Geri Rios
Denise Rivers
Natalee Schor
LEGACY DONATIONS

Adaikappan Alagappan -
In honor of Nachal Achi

George R. & Marijean D. Armitage Foundation -
In honor of Mark H. Mettler

Rob Rosella -
In honor of Flor Hernandez
ORGANIZATIONAL DONORS
Delta Zeta
Merck Foundation
Milton Academy Sign Language Club
Neptune Township Regional Deaf Education Program
Network for Good
Provectus Digital
Target Cybergrants
Your Cause
ASDC programs and events are proudly sponsored by:
April is National Deaf History Month
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Check out our daily posts throughout the month of April commemorating the achievements of people who are deaf and hard of hearing. Here's a look at just a few!
American Society for Deaf Children