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Notes from a Rachel Concert-Goer

“It’s Signing Time with Alex and Leeeaaahhh!”, is often the song belted out at my house by my two-year-old, Jadelyn. And to be honest, she isn’t the only one in our family who loves “Signing Time” and the entire Coleman family.  I have always had an interest in American Sign Language (ASL). I took some introductory courses in college for fun and used a little basic sign in my classroom as a first grade teacher. Naturally, as I became a parent, I was interested in teaching sign to my infant too. I read online about basic “baby” signs and read …

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Rachel Concerts are for Everyone!

Ever wanted to tell the members of the Deaf Community all about seeing Rachel in person, but have had a hard time communicating the essence of the experience, either because you weren’t face to face, or because your ASL isn’t at that level?  Well, the 2011 Instructor of the year, RID-certified interpreter Christie O’Neill has made this easy for you by signing and voicing this explanation for you: [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khHlD1CrPaA&version=3&hl=en_US&rel=0] Thank you, Christie! *Note, Hopkins does not come to all of the events, but if you’d like him to come to your local event, please contact your local organizer!

Signing Time Academy Conference a success, award winners announced

by Gwen Cox, Director of the Signing Time Academy The first annual Signing Time Academy Conference for Instructors was held in Las Vegas, Nevada over the weekend. It was an amazing event – the training sessions were fantastic and the live concert by Rachel was something we’ll never forget. We had so much fun getting to know each other that we left already feeling excited about the 2012 Conference. I hope all of us can be there! We announced the ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR at the Conference. This was probably the most difficult decision I have ever had to …

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Want to see what a concert looks like?

If you head on over to the past events section, and click on the Camden – 2011 concert.  There you can see a couple videos, including the Colors of the Rainbow song and the Silly Pizza song.  You can see how happy and engaged the kids are, and how much fun they are having.  It’s nice to see how communities get engaged at these concerts all around the nation!

Signing Time Academy Wins Its First Award

Signing Time Academy wins Best of State! The Signing Time Academy has received the Utah Best of State award  in the “best educational institution or service” category. The Best of State awards were created to recognize outstanding individuals, organizations and businesses in Utah. Judges look for individuals, businesses, and organizations that excel in their endeavors, use innovative approaches or methods, and contribute to a better quality of life in Utah. Congratulations to Gwen Cox, Academy Director, the support staff in Utah, and all of our Signing Time Academy Instructors for making a difference in the lives of people in Utah…and …

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National Board Certified Teacher is Making a Difference

This guest blog is by Signing Time Academy Instructor Vickie Wood in Norman, OK and is part of our Making A Difference series. Several years ago my daughter discovered Signing Time when she was looking for a way to teach sign language to my grandson Cameron. Cam was about 2 years old then and he quickly learned not only to sign along with his spoken words, but to read and spell as well. After seeing the many benefits he and my other grandchildren experienced, I started using Signing Time in my special education classroom. Using ASL in the classroom has …

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Concerts in Alabama/Georgia postponed

Due to the damage done by the tornadoes in the South that have left hundred dead and thousands more without power, the planned summer concerts in the Birmingham, AL and Atlanta, GA areas have been postponed while the region rebuilds and recovers.   We will reschedule them when it doesn’t interfere with disaster relief efforts and the weather allows.  The thoughts and prayers of those of us planning the concerts in the affected area go out to those still without phones, power or worse.

Need to buy Signing Time products? Contact your local Signing Time Academy Instructor!

Our customer service department receives several phone calls a day from people who want to know where they can purchase Signing Time product in their area. Often these calls are from a government agency, childcare center, library or hospital looking to purchase locally. We are happy to announce that our Signing Time Academy Instructors have recently completed a training with Erin Axson, Two Little Hands Productions Wholesale Accounts Manger and Katrina Alvey, Customer Service Representative to become Preferred Signing Time Vendors. This means that in addition to teaching classes and workshops, Academy Instructors are now authorized to accept retail and …

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Signing Time Academy Instructors Making a Difference

Signing Time Academy Instructors are making a difference in their communities every day. They are teaching classes to adults and children, sponsoring outreach events featuring Rachel Coleman, and presenting at conferences to educate people about the benefits of using signs to help children of all ages and abilities communicate and connect with the people they love. Many of our Instructors have been featured in their local media. We want to share their stories with you so you can see what the Signing Time Academy is all about. Stephanie Behunin from Brookland, AR was featured on the KAIT 8 in March …

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