She said she had no problem getting students to join, although no males came out. Johnston said the choir is challenging. Members have to use ASL accurately, but at the same time use some pizazz. Senior Roni Novak, a third-year ASL student, said the performance goes beyond simply knowing how to convey words with your hands. Senior Adrienne Hendrixson, Johnston's daughter, said the choir has appealed to students who typically wouldn't get involved with after-school programs.
Students say they do it because it's fun.
She quickly added that she doesn't drive. The choir will know how good a job it did if at the end of its performance the crowd is silent. Their audience will be taught during the performance how to express their appreciation by using signs, not clapping. So Johnston hopes to see an auditorium full of people holding their hands near their heads and rapidly wiggling their fingers. Click here to send your ideas to The Sun.