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SUMMARY:Welcoming Deaf Kids and Families to Your Library
DESCRIPTION:In this interactive overview\, you’ll learn communication 
 tips for interacting with deaf kids and parents\, information about 
 American Sign Language and Deaf Culture\, best practices for program 
 access\, and even some basic ASL vocabulary to introduce yourself and help 
 families navigate the library.\n\nPresenter: \n\nKathy MacMillan | Author\, 
 Librarian\, ASL interpreter\, Storyteller\n\nKathy MacMillan [KA-thee 
 MAC-mill-an) (she/her) is a writer\, nationally certified American Sign 
 Language interpreter\, librarian\, and signing storyteller. She has worked 
 in school and public libraries for over 25 years\, and has published more 
 than two dozen books for children\, teens\, and adults. She lives in 
 Baltimore\, MD. \n\n\n\nRecording and Slides:\n\nThis program is being 
 recorded and the recording will be made available to the CT library 
 workforce via the CT State Library Niche Academy. Slides will be made 
 available to those who registered.\n\nWho Should Come?\n\nPerfect for 
 anyone focused on accessibility and inclusion in the library\, including 
 Library Directors/Administrators\, Children’s and YA Staff\, department 
 heads\, librarians\, and library staff.\n\nAccessibility \n\nThis webinar 
 will be captioned. If you require another access service to participate 
 fully\, please use the Accommodation Request Form at least 7 days prior to 
 the event.
LOCATION:Online - at your computer
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Sklar":MAILTO:ashley.sklar@ct.gov
CATEGORIES:DLD Online Webinar
CONTACT;CN="Ashley Sklar":MAILTO:ashley.sklar@ct.gov
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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URL:https://cslib.libcal.com/event/13304364
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