Fun Facts: First of his family born and raised in the US, Matt speaks fluent Bulgarian. He’s lived on the east and west coasts of the US and is a huge hockey fan. Ainsley: Matt, your bio on the HIS Sign website shows a history of working with major corporations in the DC area. What … More Matt Peev Interview
It’s that time of year! Students are back in school which means interpreters are needed in the classroom, in addition to the back to school nights and parent conferences. Let’s not forget about those last-minute doctor appointments that need an interpreter. So many interpreter requests to manage! How can you keep up? Take advantage of … More Tech Talk: Using eRSP – HIS Sign’s Online Scheduling Tool
The Individualized Education Program (IEP) determines the accommodations required for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. Educational interpreting can occur in any setting in which the student is engaged in learning. The educational interpreter plays a critical role in facilitating communication between the student, their teachers and peers. Interpreting is the primary and … More What Does an Educational Interpreter Do?
In the United States, September has been adopted as Deaf Awareness Month! However, the renowned International Week of the Deaf (IWDeaf) is celebrated annually during the last full week of September. National Associations of the Deaf, local communities and individuals around the world celebrate the rich history, language and culture of the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing … More HIS Sign Celebrates Deaf Awareness Month
When possible, please provide the agency with agendas, presentations and any other materials prior to the appointment. 2. Try to maintain good eye contact with the Deaf consumer as Deaf culture relies heavily on facial expressions and body language to support full communication. 3. Usually it is best if you and the interpreter are within … More 8 TIPS WHEN USING AN INTERPRETER
Welcome to the very first issue of HIS Sign Happenings! Before I talk about this newsletter, some introductions. I am Brian Hammrich, CEO of HIS Sign and more importantly, married to Christina Hammrich, the owner of HIS Sign. To read more about each of us as well as our HIS Sign team, check out our … More WELCOME TO OUR NEWSLETTER
HIS Sign Scheduling Manager, Michelle Wenck developed an interest in sign language around age 8. She told us when she was in third grade, her babysitter thought it would be funny to teach her how to sign “cuss words.” Little Michelle thought this was the coolest thing, “to be able to speak with your hands” … More KIDS SIGN THE DARNDEST THINGS
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