join us for a workshop co-sponsored by district 2 and district 6!
PARID's District 2 and District 6 Representatives, Megan Wetzel and Shannon Wheeler, have organized an upcoming workshop on a critical topic that is often lacking in professional trainings. Please join us on Saturday, May 30th 2026 from 9:00a-4:00p EST on Zoom for this important workshop:
This virtual training will be presented by Tarra Grammenos, M.S., SC:L, NIC Adv., (ASL Interpreter, Sibling Suicide Loss Survivor, ASIST Trainer) and Laura SkyQuest, MA, CDI (ASIST Trainer and Certified Deaf Interpreter) in ASL with spoken English interpretation.
We invite all members of our community, including:
K-12 Interpreters | Freelance Interpreters | Interpreting Students | Teachers of the Deaf | Deaf/Hard of Hearing Teachers | Paraprofessionals | Deaf Community Members

Non-Discrimination Policy: PARID is committed to providing an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming environment for all participants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, language background, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We value the diversity of the Deaf, DeafBlind, Hard of Hearing, Deaf Disabled, Late Deafened, and other related communities, as well as the interpreting profession, and strive to ensure equitable access and participation for everyone involved. All attendees, presenters, and staff are expected to treat one another with professionalism, respect, and cultural sensitivity. Harassment, discrimination, or exclusionary behavior of any kind will not be tolerated. Participants who engage in such conduct may be asked to leave, or be removed from, the workshop at the discretion of the presenters and PARID support volunteers. By attending this workshop, all participants agree to uphold this policy and contribute to a positive learning environment for all. Cancelation / Refund Policy: Cancelations received in writing more than 14 days before the training will be refunded in full. Information on canceling your registration can be found in the registration confirmation email. Cancelations received less than 14 days before the training are not eligible for a refund. Reasonable Accommodation Policy: We are committed to making reasonable accommodations to support accessibility and meaningful participation. If you have specific access needs, please send your request in writing to Amanda Landrey, PARID Recording Secretary, at recorder@parid.org no later than Friday, May 15, 2026. |