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Our SWM Curriculum© is designed to promote cultural awareness and prepare students to interact with the DHH community. ISLC’s are one (1) hour and held once a week for 8 weeks. Each of our exciting ASL Music Classes culminates with a signed videotaped group recital performance. Check out our student performances. Performances are professionally edited, shared with class participants, and uploaded on our SWM YouTube Channel and social media outlets for educational and promotional purposes.

SWM offers Interactive Sign Language Classes In-Person and Online

SWM ISLCs introduces learners ages 9 and up to American Sign Language (ASL). Our unique program incorporates music as a way to teach the concepts of ASL and expose learners to the interpretation of popular inspirational songs using a combination of sign systems. ISLCs are currently offered in the Summer (June -July). As demand increases we look to expand course offerings to the Fall, and Spring to target groups including: Community Centers, Organizations, Schools, Churches, and Clubs. Classes are 1-hour, 8-week sessions for children, adults, and seniors, ages 9 and up. Class minimum is 5 and maximum 15. The standard Tuition cost is $150 per student. Reduced tuition special is $99.99 + processing fees and is non-refundable .

Corporate and Special Group rates are available for groups of 10 or more.
See Policies and Disclaimer for more details.

POLICIES & dISCLAIMERS

Our SWM Curriculum©

  • Orientation to Sign Language
  • Course Introduction
  • ASL Alphabets
  • Numbers 1-30
  • Basic Sign Phrases
  • Fingerspelling
  • Category Signs
  • Lyric Translation
  • Performance Recital

Tuition Includes:

  • Electronic course materials
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Video Link of Recital Performance

 

*Performance Recitals are held on the last day of class and will be recorded. Participants will receive a link to the video of their class performance. The video will be posted on social media. *Social Media Photo Release Form required.

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Course Objectives S.T.A.R.S.

  • Stimulate interest in deaf Community
  • Teach the fundamentals of ASL through music
  • Advocate for equal communication access for d/Deaf
  • Raise sensitivity towards the d/Deaf community through education, participation, and support
  • Synergize a network of interpreters to service educational, conferences, TV, and entertainment platforms
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Testimonials

"This beginner’s class is enjoyable and you learn a new skill at the same time. I loved my class last summer."
~Dalon Taylor
"Ms. Crosby is a patient, knowledgeable, amazing, full of life, beautiful ASL instructor. My son has Autism and looked forward to taking his ASL class every day. Having another form of communication for my son has been super important and ASL classes with Ms. Crosby made that possible. Thank U!"
~Mrs. Maria Joseph-Lewis
"The SWM ASL class I took this past summer was intriguing in that it aroused your curiosity in how one could actually learn ASL through Music. It definitely did not disappoint. Can't wait for the next class."
~Katherine Haslem
"D’yann's joy is contagious. I loved learning how to sign one of my all time favorite songs. She allowed me to go at my own pace and was kind and patient with my learning disabilities. Wish she had time for 1 on 1 lessons!! I want to learn how to sign some Stevie Wonder songs!"
~Donna Kane
"Sign Language is a beautiful dance when skillfully incorporated with the senses of the body."
~C.K.R.
“I learned so many new things I did not know. I learned sign language, finger spelling and history about the deaf culture. I really enjoyed this class.”
~Former Student, 6th GradeCentury Community Charter School
“You are an angel sent from God! Being deaf is hard, and people like you make it easy for us, I appreciate your service D'yann.”
~KevinVictorville, Deaf Community Member
“I wanted to let you know that I passed my first two tests and was just a handful of points from passing the third. I couldn't have done it without all your help!  I really appreciate the time you spent working with me.”
~Lauren DodgeCredential Mentee
“What most impressed me about that day was how she tactfully and respectfully turned a moment of cultural insensitivity into a teachable moment for the kids about frustrations those in the ASL community feel when they are simply trying to communicate with people in their daily world. This class had it All!”
~Ednita KellySan Pedro Regional Library, Head Librarian, Community Class
“Our instructor D'yann Crosby was a passionate, motivated, uplifting, positive, and outgoing individual who was always full of energy, vibrancy and whose proficient and outstanding knowledge in ASL was clearly demonstrated to my students.”
~Vrisa DominguezVOALA Upward Bound, Project Director, Community Class
“Ms. D’yann Crosby is a Godsend. She knows what she is doing and teaches it with passion. Her love for ASL, the culture, and its people is amazing. Her love shines through to the students as you are learning and receiving what she is teaching. Ms. D’yann Crosby has had a profound impact on my life. She has shown me how beautiful the language of ASL is. She also introduced me to native signers so that I can apply what I’ve learned. I am proud to know this wonderful lady.”
~Deven AllenLawndale High School Student
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INSTRUCTORS NEEDED

We are looking for qualified individuals to facilitate our ASL Music Classes class using our SWM Curriculum©. The curriculum is designed to increase exposure to sign language, promote bi-lingual/bi-cultural awareness and prepare students for basic interaction with the DHH community.

Minimum Qualifications: Completion of an accredited Interpreter Training Program (ITP) or equivalent years of experience in the related field. Fluency in American Sign Language is required. Ability to manage a classroom setting, and present and demonstrate content before large groups. Prior related experience and a joy for signing interpretive music preferred. Remote access to a desktop computer, strong Internet connection, and familiarity with navigating Zoom conferencing features.

Contact us for more details: [email protected]

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