The language of understanding

ASL is a popular class at Washougal High School

Washougal High School ASL students ham it up as they rehearse their rendition of the love song, “Some Say Love.”  Pictured above, from left to right, are Austin Smith-Brown, Spencer Adams and Scott Nelson. Tanner Baldwin is in the center.

Washougal High School ASL students ham it up as they rehearse their rendition of the love song, “Some Say Love.” Pictured above, from left to right, are Austin Smith-Brown, Spencer Adams and Scott Nelson. Tanner Baldwin is in the center. Photo by Danielle Frost.

Students in Washougal High School’s American Sign Language class come away with more than just a language skill that could help them get a job or lead to a career. They also learn to appreciate diversity and gain understanding of the deaf culture.

For more of this story, see the Camas-Washougal Post-Record print edition.