S.E.E. Classes

A woman sits on the floor, wearing a microphone around her neck, facing a preschooler while speaking and signing. The preschooler is signing "mom" and is turned to look at the camera.

Why Signing Exact English (S.E.E.)?

Two adult women sit at a table covered with papers and practice sign language.

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.

Winter Online Classes 2025

MONDAY CLASSES, JANUARY 6-FEBRUARY 26, 2025:

Beginning: 5:00-6:30 pm PST
Intermediate Plus: 7:00-8:30 pm PST

TUESDAY CLASSES, JANUARY 7-FEBRUARY 27, 2025:

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 for two 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.

Please email Alisa George any questions: a.george@northwestschool.com

The next skill shop will take place in September, 2025.

Register here: workshop.seemysigns.com

**When registering, simply select “other” from the drop down menu when creating your profile. Please reach out to Alisa George with any questions: a.george@northwestschool.com.

Online S.E.E. Workshop for Spanish Speaking Families

S.E.E. Workshop for Spanish Speaking Families: This one day workshop is an opportunity to learn S.E.E. vocabulary around everyday routines and connect as a community. Scholarships are available. For more information, contact Julianna Martinez: j.martinez@northwestschool.com. The next workshop will take place in September, 2025.

Taller S.E.E. para Familias que Hablan Español: Este taller de un dia es una oportunidad para aprender vocabulario S.E.E.en torno a las rutinas diarias y conectarse como comunidad. Hay becas disponibles. Para más información, póngase en contacto con Julianna Martinez: j.martinez@northwestschool.com. El próximo taller tendrá lugar en septiembre de 2025.

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.