Classes are for students 18+ unless otherwise noted.
Fees are for one adult and one child unless otherwise noted. Please register under adult’s name.
Classes for high school students
Learn American Sign Language (ASL), a useful skill that can open up a new world of relationships and deeper understanding. These classes utilize a groundbreaking curriculum crafted by deaf ASL teachers. You’ll learn more than just signs—you’ll engage in real-world conversation.
Level 1 (Beginner): In this in-person class for absolute beginners only, learn the ASL manual “alphabet” and hand shapes, basic grammar structure, and fingerspelling techniques. Explore the history of ASL while we cover pronouns, articles, numbers, yes/no questions, farewell rituals, introductions, and more.
Level 2 (High Beginner): Further increase your vocabulary and get introduced to verb tenses in this in-person class for students who have completed Level 1. Learn how to engage in conversation about personal life events, family dynamics, friendships, and pets, as well as how to describe appearances and name North American cities, states, and provinces.
Level 3 (Intermediate): This online class is for students who have completed Level 2. Refine your skills as we cover more complex topics, including numeral incorporation, telling time, expressing frequency, daily routines, holidays and cultural observances, vacations, hobbies, and more.
Note: For all levels, students will be required to purchase the TRUE+Way digit ebook ($30 per level). (instructor will provide details once course meets the ACE minimum enrollment requirements)
DEAF, Inc. is the only Massachusetts community-based, multi-service nonprofit run by and for Deaf (Deaf, DeafBlind, Hard of Hearing, and Late-Deafened) adults. ASL classes are led by Deaf instructors trained in the True-Way Curriculum, an accredited program that adheres to the World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages.
Marilyn L. Edwards, a DEAF, Inc. instructor is currently employed at the NC Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Asheville Regional Center serving as a Hard of Hearing Services Specialist where she consults, provides support, advocacy and offer resources on all aspects of hearing loss.
Marilyn is passionate about teaching and tutoring students in American Sign Language (ASL) and has over 25+ years of experience. She is a Deaf Interpreter and is actively pursuing National Certification.
Sean McCauley has been deaf and signing since he was a baby. He is both an ASL instructor and tutor. For leisure, he enjoys doing genealogy research, reading about US and European history, walking, and photography.
Sean McCauley
No Class Feb 18
No Class Feb 19
Marilyn Edwards
No Class Feb 17
