📣 Update on Our Push for ASL in Our Schools 🧏‍♀️📚 Thank you to everyone who has signed and shared the petition to bring American Sign Language (ASL) into our school district’s curriculum. Your support matters — and the district is listening, but we still have work to do. In their latest response, district leaders stated they are not currently in a position to add ASL to the curriculum beyond existing virtual options. While they say the conversation is still open, families of students with learning differences continue to feel excluded when meaningful, inclusive options are unavailable. Here’s what we know: ✅ ASL is one of the most studied languages in U.S. colleges — even surpassing German in some years. ✅ Estimates show hundreds of thousands to millions of Americans use ASL regularly. ✅ Students are asking for relevant, inclusive, modern language offerings. We’re not asking the district to create a new position tomorrow — we’re asking them to take this seriously, investigate what’s possible, and make ASL a priority in long-term planning, especially with new buildings and staffing reviews underway. 👉 Next Steps: Keep sharing the petition. Let the district know this isn’t a niche issue — it’s a growing need. Remind leadership that we are voters, taxpayers, and partners in building a stronger district for all students. Thank you for continuing to advocate with compassion, clarity, and purpose. Let’s keep the momentum going. Brooklyn