Benefits of Learning ASL
American Sign Language Day Fosters Connection Among Online Students and Teachers
By Katie Hodgins on April 15th, 2024
Every year, on April 15, the world comes together to celebrate American Sign Language (ASL) Day, commemorating the rich culture and linguistic diversity of the Deaf community. To celebrate at Florida Virtual School (FLVS), we’re spotlighting two incredible individuals who share a love of ASL – 11th-grade FLVS Flex student and ASL Honor Society club member Angelina A., and ASL Honor Society club sponsor Mrs. Vera Gilmore.
Continue readingLearn American Sign Language Online with ASL 1
By Guest Blogger on May 23rd, 2019
FLVS is now enrolling students in American Sign Language 1 and 2!
Used by parents, professionals, athletes, public speakers, and others in various industries, American Sign Language (ASL) is one of the most popular language classes in colleges and universities. Learning ASL offers several benefits and marketable skills – from making you a better communicator to improving abstract thinking and hand/eye coordination.
As a full-credit elective, the course also counts as a world language credit for high school students. Explore cool features found in our new American Sign Language course below! Continue reading