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Board approves American Sign Language as a Booneville High world-language credit
Summary
The district approved American Sign Language (ASL) as a high-school course at Booneville High School; the course counts as a world language credit and was added following a recruitment process that produced a qualified ASL candidate.
The Warren County School Corporation board approved the addition of American Sign Language as a high-school course for the 2025–26 school year at Booneville High School.
Jason Fisher, the director of learning, told the board ASL will be offered at Booneville High School and "counts as a world language credit." Fisher said the district had advertised a world-language opening after a Spanish teacher left; the position attracted candidates who could teach a variety of languages, and the selected hire is certified in American Sign Language.
Board members asked whether other language offerings remain at Booneville High; staff confirmed Spanish and French remain available in addition to the newly approved American Sign Language course. The motion to approve the course was made by Mr. Baker and seconded by Mrs. Wilhelm; the motion carried by voice vote.
Staff described the course as an expansion of student options and noted it may be useful in professional settings where interpreters are required.
Less immediate details: the course is initially available at Booneville High School only; staff said they selected the candidate following interviews that included applicants able to teach German, Korean, Latin and ASL.
