It is the mission of PARID to provide state and local forums and an organizational structure for the continued growth and development of the profession of interpretation and transliteration of American Sign Language and English. The philosophy of PARID is that excellence in the delivery of interpretation services among people who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing and people who are hearing will ensure effective communication. As an affiliate chapter of the professional association for interpreters and transliterators, PARID serves as an essential arena for its members in the pursuit of excellence. It is the goal of PARID to promote the profession of interpreting and transliterating American Sign Language and English. |
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2019 PARID Conference due to a power outage... LOCATION CHANGE: Nov 2 -3, 2019 PENN STATER HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER 215 Innovation Blvd State College, PA OUR CONFERENCE SPONSORS: Deaf-Hearing Communication Centre Pennsylvania School for the Deaf All Hands Interpreter Services | PARID Board Members President: Megan Toomey Vice President: Josh Baugher Treasurer: Chris Rutledge Corresponding Secretary: Courtney Tarselli Recording Secretary: Christine Adzema MEET THE PRESIDENT
President: Megan Toomey Megan Toomey is a Philadelphia native, mother to one son, and a 2003 graduate of the Community College of Philadelphia. She holds an A.A.S in ASL/English Interpreting. Megan earned her NIC Advanced certification in 2010.Megan has worked in a variety of settings, not limited to: mental health, education and video relay Currently, Megan works as an educational interpreter for the School District of Philadelphia. She was elected PARID's President in 2016. |
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