2022 ASDC Family Conference | "Take the Sign-Seeing Route"

JULY 21-23 • ANAHEIM HILTON 777 West Convention Way, Anaheim, CA 92802

We are grateful to our event partners for helping us make this amazing event happen.

A message from ASDC Board President, Malibu Barron Greetings!

I am thrilled to welcome you to the American Society for Deaf Children 2022 Conference.

It’s an exciting time for current and future generations of deaf and hard-ofhearing children as we continue our mission to empower our diverse families with deaf children and youth by embracing full access to language-rich environments through mentoring, advocacy, resources, and collaborative networks.

Over the next few days, we look forward to connecting with you and the community by providing full language and communication access through fun activities and engaging speakers. We believe this conference will provide space for open dialogue and sharing of tools and perspectives, to connect, and to revitalize the energy of our families.

My children (Jack - Deaf Autistic, 9 and Avanti - Hard of Hearing, 5) and I are excited to meet and learn with you as we continue to work towards making a difference in the lives of deaf and hard-of-hearing children and youth everywhere.

Malibu Barron (she/her) American Society for Deaf Children Board President

ASDC Board of Directors PRESIDENT Malibu Barron

MEMBERS Angelica Lee Gagliardi Patrick Graham

VICE PRESIDENT Brendan Stern

Michelle Jablonka

TREASURER Lauri Rush

Jennifer Luce

SECRETARY Chris Payne-Tsoupros

Judith Lomax Brenda Perrodin Maria Romero Carlisa Thompson

A message from ASDC Executive Director, Cheri Dowling Welcome to Anaheim and the 2022 ASDC Family Conference! This annual event is an amazing opportunity for families and professionals from across the country to come together to learn from and connect with each other. We’re especially excited to be able to meet in person again after a long two years apart.

Since 1967, ASDC has been supporting parents of children who are deaf and hard of hearing. We believe that deafness is not a disability, but language deprivation is. That’s why it’s our mission to ensure that every deaf child can learn sign language from the very start.

As parents, we have an obligation to be the voice for our children. We must continue to drive the national dialogue, not only about fair and equal access to language development in all areas of life from school, to play, to the community, but also to create opportunities for our children to meet other deaf children and members of the deaf community from a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and philosophies.

As we celebrate 55 years of progress, we need to continue to impact not only the lives of our families, children, and youth but also the lives of millions of children across the country. We must continue to find all the ways to make education accessible as well as to advocate for the benefits of early language, including sign language, and work to ensure that deaf children’s language development, whether signed, spoken, or both, progresses at a rate equivalent to that of their hearing peers.

The theme for this year’s conference is “Take the Sign-Seeing Route”. We’ve designed a fully immersive conference that provides communication and language access for all. Our activities, presentations, and time together will provide us with additional tools and resources that will not only enhance our parenting and communication skills but provide family experiences that are fun, engaging, empowering, and fully supported by interpreters in the community. We’re excited to take the sign-seeing route with you!

As you participate in the conference sessions and activities, please share your thoughts with us! As we look ahead to the next 55 years, it is your input and feedback that help drive the mission, resources, and support you need in your day-today lives.

It is truly an honor for me to serve as your executive director. Thank you for trusting me with the mission and vision of the American Society for Deaf Children. I look forward to meeting you and sign-seeing with you this weekend!

Cheri Dowling Executive Director

The ASDC Team EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Cheri Dowling

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS Wendy Kelly Ashley Vickers Hannan Darrius Doe

SPANISH FAMILY OUTREACH Yiesell Rayon

INSTRUCTORS Edna Johnston Ursa Rewolinski Richard Rose Hilary Ainbender Lara Whitfield - Garfinkel

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

WELCOME!

DAY ONE

DAY TWO

12:00 noon - 4:00 PM Check In & Registration

7:00 - 8:00 AM Breakfast

7:00 - 8:00 AM Breakfast

5:00 PM Meet in Hotel Lobby

8:00 - 8:15 AM Youth Session Check-in & Drop Off

8:00 - 8:15 AM Youth Sessions Drop Off

5:15 PM Depart for Dinner

8:15 - 11:45 AM Youth Sessions

8:15 - 11:00 AM Youth Sessions

6:00 - 9:00 PM Ahoy Mateys!

Welcome Aboard the Pirates Dinner Adventure!

8:15 - 11:45 AM Parent/Professional Conference Sessions

8:15 - 11:00 AM Parent/Professional Conference Sessions

COLOR KEY

12:00 - 5:00 PM Lunch & Afternoon Sign-Seeing Activities

11:15 AM - 5 PM Lunch & Afternoon Sign-Seeing Activities

6:00 - 9:00 PM Dinner & Evening Activities

6:00 - 8:00 PM Dinner & Evening Celebrations

Everyone

Youth

Parent/ Professional

*Detailed session and activity information outlined within this program and during morning sessions LOST AND FOUND | INFORMATION | QUESTIONS? TEXT CHERI AT 443-277-8899

ASDC 2022 CONFERENCE OPENING EVENT Ahoy Mateys! Welcome Aboard!

After a full day of travel and getting settled in, it's time to set sail! Tonight, we're off to a night of swashbuckling adventure and family fun with Captain Sebastian the Black and his crew at the Pirates Dinner Adventure!

Transportation to and from dinner is provided.

Please meet in the hotel lobby no later than 5:00 pm. We will depart promptly at 5:15 pm.

7:00 - 8:00 AM Breakfast

8:00 - 8:15 AM Check In/Drop Off Youth @ Youth Sessions (Malibu Room)

12:00 - 12:45 PM Lunch @ Hotel

8:15 - 8:30 AM Welcome Cheri Dowling & Malibu Barron

8:30 - 10 AM

10:15 - 11:45 AM

SESSION ONE

SESSION TW0

Stephanie Olson, BA

Dr. Jamie Wilson Keynote and Roy Holcomb Distinguished Lecturer

12:45 PM Meet in Hotel Lobby

1:00 PM Depart for Afternoon Activity

1:00 - 5:00 PM

Return to Hotel: 4:50 PM Meet at Discovery Cube Entrance | 5:00 PM Depart for Hotel

6:00 PM | ANAHEIM HILTON

with a special presentation from our sponsor Gallaudet University

7:00 - 9:00 PM | Family Game Night

Are We Having Fun Yet? Giving Our Children the Freedom to Live Life and Play 8:30 - 10:00 AM Presented by: Stephanie Olson, BA | Family Consultant for the Bill Daniels Center for Children’s Hearing at Children’s Hospital, Colorado Audiology, Speech Pathology, and Learning Services

Stephanie Olson

Session Description: Social communication development, pragmatic skills, play checklists, and assessments are frequently incorporated into the early years and school years of children who are deaf/hard of hearing.

While these tools are valuable, the simple gift of play in everyday life may get lost in the process. Families benefit from everyday play and its positive impact on language, relationships, developmental skills, and independence. This presentation will provide examples of memorable activities that brought laughter and joy while being influential in the positive growth of Deaf/HH adults.

Keynote Address: Keeping Families TOGETHER: Protecting Ourselves from the Unexpected 10:15 - 11:45 AM Presented by: Dr. Jamie Wilson, Ph.D. , ABN, ABPP | Roy Holcomb Distinguished Lecturer

Dr. Jamie Wilson

Session Description: In this day and age, families face an onslaught of issues coming at them from every direction. There's no question that the past three years alone have wreaked havoc on our psychological and physical health. Depression in the overall population has doubled, smoking has increased for the first time in two decades, and alcoholrelated deaths and other substance abuse have increased by at least 31%.

The list goes on. We will discuss ways to face the onslaught of life and other issues that can seemingly pop up out of nowhere. After all, keeping our families TOGETHER is key to happiness and optimum mental and physical health!

VISIT OUR CONFERENCE SPONSORS AND EXHIBITORS Learn more about programs and resources for your family from:

Gallaudet University Delta Zeta RIT/NTID Dawn Sign Press Enhance Arts Project Decibel Therapeutics ASL at Home California Phones

*Conference Exhibitors may change without notice

7:00 - 8:00 AM Breakfast

8:00 - 8:15 AM Check In/Drop Off Youth @ Youth Sessions (Malibu Room)

11:15 AM Meet in Hotel Lobby

8:15 - 8:30 AM Welcome Back!

Cheri Dowling

8:30 - 9:30 AM ASDC Annual Meeting

11:30 AM Depart for Afternoon Activity

9:30 - 11:00 AM SESSION ONE Malibu Barron, ASDC Board President

12:00 Noon Lunch @ Knottsberry Farm

12 NOON - 5:00 PM Return to Hotel: 4:50 PM Meet at Knottsberry Farm Entrance | 5:00 PM Depart for Hotel

6:00 PM | ANAHEIM HILTON Bon Voyage Dinner with special guest Robbie "The Magnificent" We'll spend the evening with special guest Robbie "The Magnificent"! Robbie is a 14-year-old Deaf magician who will wow us with a magic show as we enjoy our final night together!

Courageous Parenting: Making Time for Self Care 8:30 - 10:00 AM Presented by: Malibu Barron | ASDC Board President, Trainer / Consultant / HR + OMBUDS / Facilitator

Malibu Barron

Session Description: This session will be an opportunity to learn more about embedding the value of self daily parenting.

Becoming an adult, we were taught to be responsible, manage daily and future plans, and master our tools as a parent. Then, with time, stress, and trauma... we often forget ourselves leading to a circle of burnout and chronic fatigue when trying to get everything together.

During the session, in a group, we will practice courageous parenting in which you will be able to identify different ways to have fun as a parent/guardian by using self regulation through breathing, addressing your own areas of needs, and incorporating fun in raising your child(ren).

NEW CLASSES ADDED!

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How to Read to Your Deaf Child | Webinar

Children love reading books especially if you are able to narrate it correctly to help them read and visualize. This workshop will teach you how. We will focus on the book "Who Took the Cookie from the Cookie Jar? You will learn useful tips about simple things you can do to enrich literacy skills and increase bonding with your deaf or hard of hearing child. Bring your book and willingness to learn!

JULY 25, 2022 | 8 – 9:30 PM(ET) Instructor: Lara Whitfield-Garfinkel Online via Zoom | $25* ASDC members save $10

Finding your Passion in the Parenting Journey | Webinar Karen Putz will take you on a journey of unwrapping the gift of YOU in the midst of parenting. Discover how you can create more fun, joy, and adventure on the roller coaster of life!

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 | 8 – 9:30 PM (ET) Presenter: Karen Putz Online via Zoom | $25* ASDC members save $10

ASL Class: Compound Verbs in ASL

Beginning ASL | 4-week course

This exciting four-week class is for those who know very little or no American Sign Language. Learn fingerspelling, vocabulary, conversations, and more.

TUESDAYS IN AUGUST | 8 – 9:30 PM(ET) Instructor: Ursa Rewolinski Online via Zoom | $100* ASDC members save $25

Hands & Flippers for Marine Conversation | Webinar Learn with Jennifer Reilly, a Deaf Marine Biologist from Loggerhead Marinelife Center about how to become a better marine conservationist using sea turtles as a focal point.

AUGUST 15, 2022 | 8 – 9:30 PM (ET) Presenter: Jennifer Reilly Online via Zoom | $25* FREE for ASDC members

In ASL and English, we often create new signs or words by deriving nouns from verbs. Words and signs are created when two words that are already in use are put together, creating new signs, and new words! This is called compounding. Hilary Ainbender will walk us through compound verbs in ASL, and how you can use them effectively in your conversations. Great for ALL skill levels!

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 | 8 - 9:30 PM (ET) Instructor: Hilary Ainbender Online via Zoom | $25* ASDC members save $10

REGISTER EARLY! CLASSES FILL FAST!

email cheri@deafchildren.org for special code

REGISTER TODAY! WWW.DEAFCHILDREN.ORG/ONLINE-ASL-CLASSES

We are excited to provide fun and engaging activities for your children in the mornings during the conference. Enhance Arts Project will provide education-integrated activities to engage your children in movement, learning, language and fun! We will use games, hands-on, and interactive activities during our morning sessions. Activities are designed to promote interaction, communication, learning, and imagination.

NTID will be hosting a special breakout activity on Friday for children ages 11 and up focusing on STEM.

SCHEDULE FRIDAY MORNING

SATURDAY MORNING

7:00 - 8:00 AM Breakfast with family

7:00 - 8:00 AM Breakfast with family

8:00 - 11:45 AM Youth & Children's Program

8:00 - 11:00 AM Youth & Children's Program

8:30 - 9:45 AM STEAM: Make Your Bionic Hand! with Rick Postl of NTID/RIT

11:00 AM Rejoin your family for the remainder of the day

Special Breakout Session for youth ages 11 and up

11:45 AM Rejoin your family for the remainder of the day See you tomorrow morning at 8:00 am!

Youth Sessions are proudly sponsored by:

Thank You for Learning With Us!

Youth Session/Children's Programming Friday's Youth Activity | 8:30 - 9:45 AM STEAM: Make Your Bionic Hand!

Presented by Rick Postl of NTID/RIT This activity is designed for youth ages 11 and up

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) are popular career choices while we are full of creative energies that the “A” for arts are as equally important in STEAM. Let’s make prosthetics and combine both the creative arts and engineering technology principles into your masterpiece and learn a bit about the history and future of prosthetics.

SignOn/Friends Like Me

Online Classes, Webinars and Storytimes

Described and Captioned Media Program

myASLTech Discount

Discounts & Scholarships

Members Only Events and more!

visit our website www.deafchildren.org to learn more about these and other programs and resources available to you!

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We are grateful to our event partners for helping us make this amazing event happen.

Thank You! Thank you for attending the 2022 ASDC Family Conference!