Can virtual sign language interpreting be as effective as in-person support?

This video explores how both virtual and in-person interpreting provide deaf and hard-of-hearing students with full communication access. Learn how each approach supports participation, engagement, and collaboration in the classroom.

In this video, LAF Sign Language Solutions explains how setting up services works in three simple steps: a free consultation, a customized service plan, and the start of ongoing support with your educational team.

In this video, LAF Sign Language Solutions explores Tenet 2 of the Educational Interpreters’ Code of Ethics (NAIE): ensuring students have full communication access in the classroom.

Learn how interpreters and educators work together to support deaf and hard-of-hearing students through clear roles, strong collaboration, and a focus on language access and development.

In this video, LAF Sign Language Solutions highlights a key resource from the National Association of Interpreters in Education—the Educational Interpreters’ Code of Ethics.

💡 Focus: Student Autonomy
-Students have the right to choose how they communicate
-Interpreters adapt as students grow and build self-advocacy skills
-Encouraging students to speak up and ask for support builds independence
-Educators play a key role by supporting and reinforcing student voice

Empowering Deaf and hard-of-hearing students to advocate for themselves helps set them up for lifelong success.

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In this video, LAF SLS shares key insights from a resource by Dr. Brenda Schick (Gallaudet University), designed to help administrators build inclusive, effective learning environments.

Learn:
-The true role of the educational interpreter
-Why inclusion in IEPs matters
-How proper support (prep time + breaks) impacts student success

Small shifts. Big impact.

Working with a sign language interpreter for the first time?

In this video, we share practical tips and key reminders from the National Deaf Center to help educators collaborate effectively in the classroom with interpreters and their deaf or hard-of-hearing student.

Experience the energy of the LAF Sign Language Solutions team retreat in Wilmington, NC. This video highlights a few days of connection, collaboration, and fun as our team stepped away from the day-to-day to recharge, reflect, and focus on our mission through laughter, learning, and thoughtful planning.

👉 Watch how we strengthened our bonds and sharpened our vision for supporting Deaf and hard-of-hearing students through high-quality virtual interpreting services.

While it takes a village to raise a child, it’s the strength of a united educational team that ensures every student learns, grows, and thrives. However, when professional roles become blurred, it can hinder a student’s academic and developmental progress.

In Part 3 of the series "Educating Deaf Students: 3 Things to Know", Katie Johnson, Lead Interpreter, addresses the importance of clarifying the roles of an interpreter, a tutor, and a teacher to support student development.

What is the difference between American Sign Language and Signed Exact English? Which will help deaf and hard-of-hearing students develop reading and comprehension skills?

These questions are addressed by Katie Johnson, LAF Sign Language Solution's Lead Interpreter in part 2 of the this series, "The Difference Between ASL and Signed Exact English". Watch and don't forget to click subscribe and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn for more educational content.

Are you an educator of a deaf or hard-of-hearing student? Do you work with a sign language interpreter? In this 3-part series, Katie Johnson, Lead Interpreter at LAF SLS, addresses 3 common misconceptions about educating deaf students and things you should know to help your student succeed.

Watch Part 1: Acquisition of Language for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Students to learn the importance of building a solid foundation in American Sign Language.

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