The ASL Roundtable is an annual national conference that brings together ASL educators, specialists, and leaders from schools for the Deaf across the country. Since 2004, the ASL Roundtable has created a welcoming space for professionals to connect, share ideas, and learn from one another.
Grounded in Deaf-centered values, diversity, technology, and best practices, the conference focuses on strengthening ASL teaching and learning in PreK–12 Deaf education. Together, we support the growth of ASL as a heritage language and promote rich, meaningful language access for Deaf children.
The ASL Roundtable (ASLRT) is a national annual conference that brings ASL educators together to learn, collaborate, and strengthen ASL teaching and learning in PreK–12 Deaf education. Each conference is hosted by a school for the Deaf or a partner institution, creating a welcoming space rooted in Deaf community and professional connection.
The ASLRT features a dynamic mix of:
- Research-based presentations
- Hands-on workshops and demonstrations
- School-to-school sharing sessions
- Roundtable discussions guided by the ASLRT strands
- Networking and community-building opportunities
The conference is structured around four core strands:
- Language Planning; Curriculum
- Instruction & Assessment
- Specialized Services
- Professionalization
—with Deaf-centrism, diversity, technology, and best practices woven throughout. This structure ensures that every participant can find sessions that connect directly to their work, interests, and professional goals.
How ASL Roundtable Works
The ASL Roundtable Conference offers multiple ways for educators and professionals to get involved, share expertise, and connect with colleagues from across the country.
Participants can:
- Attend the annual ASLRT Conference to learn, collaborate, and engage with the national ASL education community
- Present a workshop, research session, or school-sharing presentation to share effective practices, innovations, and research
- Join interactive roundtable discussions aligned with the ASLRT strands
- Connect and network with ASL educators, specialists, and leaders nationwide
- Apply to host a future ASLRT Conference at a school for the Deaf or partner institution
- Stay engaged year-round through ongoing collaboration, communication, and resource sharing
Whether you are new to the field or a long-time leader, ASLRT provides a welcoming space to learn, contribute, and grow together.