S.E.E. Classes

Why Signing Exact English (S.E.E.)?

Signing Exact English (S.E.E.) is a method of signing that allows all the parts of English to be seen and heard at the same time. Most S.E.E. signs are borrowed from American Sign Language (ASL) or are modified ASL signs. S.E.E. follows English closely, while ASL is a complete language of its own. S.E.E. can be integral to helping deaf and hard-of-hearing (D/HH) children gain full English proficiency so they are better able to interact in a primarily hearing-oriented society.

Learn S.E.E.

Northwest School for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Children (NWSDHH) provides a number of different ways to learn S.E.E. These courses are open to the public – you do not have to have a child in one of our programs in order to participate! For all classes, please register prior to attending.

Online S.E.E. Classes at NWSDHH

These 8-session virtual classes focus on helping students to improve their vocabulary, fluency, and expressiveness. They are suitable for adults and children, ages 10 and up. Come learn S.E.E. in a fun and supportive setting! Clock hours and scholarships are available. For questions, please email Alisa George: a.george@northwestschool.com.

Spring Online Classes 2024

Monday Classes, April 1-May 20, 2024:

Beginning: 5:00-6:30 pm PST

Intermediate Plus: 7:00-8:30 pm PST

Tuesday Classes, April 2-May 21, 2024:

Intermediate Plus: 5:00-6:30 pm PST

Beginning: 7:00-8:30 pm PST

Click here to learn more and register.

Summer Online Classes 2024

Monday Classes, July 8-August 26, 2024:

Beginning: 5:00-6:30 pm PST

Intermediate Plus: 7:00-8:30 pm PST

Tuesday Classes, July 9-August 27, 2024:

Intermediate Plus: 5:00-6:30 pm PST

Beginning: 7:00-8:30 pm PST

Click here to learn more and register.

Online S.E.E. Weekend Skillshop at NWSDHH

Join us for a fun weekend learning S.E.E. at our annual, state-wide S.E.E. skill shop! Renowned S.E.E. instructors from all over the country join us at NWSDHH for three days of S.E.E. immersion. Classes are available for all levels from beginner to interpreter, and a class will be offered in Spanish as well. All levels are taught by certified S.E.E. instructors. Connect with community members and improve your skillsets! Scholarships are available.

Virtual S.E.E. Classes in Spanish

Taught in Spanish, these virtual classes use custom vocabulary useful to parents/guardians. These evenings also provide a discussion of concerns and issues related to raising a deaf/hard-of-hearing child (audiograms, cochlear implants, Deaf Culture, IEP process, etc.) and provide families the chance to network with other Spanish-speaking parents/guardians of deaf/hard-of-hearing children. Classes are free!

More information coming soon. Please contact info@northwestschool.com with any questions.