Teaching the Educators Program

The Teaching the Educators Program is designed for teachers, parents, and children to integrate American Sign Language (ASL) with Social Emotional Learning (SEL) strategies. This program emphasizes the importance of emotional growth alongside academic learning, helping educators understand the significance of incorporating SEL into their teaching practices. Participants learn how to teach ASL in a way that is not only about communication but also about fostering emotional intelligence, making it a comprehensive learning experience for everyone involved.

In addition to ASL, this program equips educators with strategies to support students’ emotional development. The inclusion of SEL allows teachers to create more inclusive, empathetic classrooms, where students can connect their emotional vocabulary with language. By combining these two elements, educators can enhance their students' academic and social outcomes, creating a more holistic learning environment that nurtures both intellectual and emotional growth.