This is Me from The Greatest Showman in ASL

Medina High School ASL I, II, and III students (Spring 2018). Enjoy!
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[@Manami_Miku]

I am crying.... I saw "In a sea of darkness, b a ray of lite." Those words r powerful. I will keep this powerfull msg in my mind. But, still y am i forgiving to those who bring me down & keep bringing me down? I was meant to b "Caring, loving, protective, respectable & to not harm a soul" while, living in a cruel world.

[@SigningwStephanie]

You are amazing! Keep your head up!

[@Manami_Miku]

@@SigningwStephanie, O.M.G. **literally starts to cry.** thank u. & Yes. Hee hee Yes. I try to b amazing i even try my best to live my live everyday & try to, even thou i cannot, take away my disabilities cuz, i wan to feel that warm welcoming feeling, loved, care for & apart of something. Just as i see in the mall a group of teens hangin' around other teens their age just laughing, mingling, engaging in conventions & just having a good time. That's wat i wish for when, i always see it but, i don't think I'll b able to experience that.

[@OfTheiAm]

@@Manami_Miku TRUST me when I say that Even the MOST POPULAR kids feel left out in their OWN friend group because in reality each one is worried about how THEY look and they NEVER feel good enough, ALL humans feel like we are less then. I was not unpopular when I was a teen, you could be cool, good looking etc and STILL feel like you do! I was too caring, So it didn't matter if I was attractive or cool, The upper popular kids didn't want kind they wanted to make fun of those who they thought were "beneath them" and I would always help those kids, Even in my friend group I would look around at all the "teens" laughing at the mall or going places and say man i wish i had that.. And I did have friends! And we were all accepted by our classmates, My school had this weird split where it was judged by "truly popular - Regular popular - average - unpopular - And even with me and my friends be in the so called "regular popular group, I STILL felt like I wanted what you said you wanted. DO NOT think any of that matters. It is SOO dumb when you get older, It's all superficial garbage, But you know what will stay with you and what actually will make you happier in life.. HELPING those who feel worse than you do, Helping those who get bullied, Being there for them, Picking them up when they are down. Some of the worst feelings I had was not from friends but it was when in some very rare moments, In order to be cool, I treated people badly who did not need that, Luckily I hated doing that so much I never did it again. I LOVE to help those who are pushed down by others. Helping those who feel like you do or worse is so fulfilling you don't need to be in the "cool kids club" You can have only one amazing friend in the world and that is all you need. Never let this get you down! You will realize it was NEVER worth it!

[@Manami_Miku]

My fiancé hates it when, i try to hide wat happen & wan to b mute. I had tried to sign to him trying not to cry @ times but, he has helped me to speak up & that it is okie to say wat goes on since, my second language is my voice. 1st is ASL that i tought myself during birth i was mute & learned to speak w/ my hands & w/ speaking i was also scared to tell wat gone on even w/ my horrible dyslexia. This song also helped me to understand that & grasp the concept of using my words when, i will not b defeted cuz, althou, my voice wasn't my 1st lang8it has shaped me to b a woman to speak & defend for her rite(s) & fight battles then, she was scared to do b'4, this is me. I will not allow my coworks to take advantage of me & keep blaming me for their wrongs, i stand up to all my rites when, it comes down to trying to get blamed. They recently tried it again & I WAS NOT BACKING DOWN THIS TIME i told them, i felt is wasn't rite to take blame for wat others do. I put my foot down & told my fiancé & he was happy to see, i don't get upset & try use asl, to get blamed for other's wrong doings i stood up for wat was rite & didn't act cowardly. I habe been trying hard to learn how to cope w/ dyslexia & i was so happy i finished another, my 2nd chapter book today w/ out studdering to read long words & getting frustrated. I am 27 & althou my brain development is slow & is @ 15 yrs old w/ a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level i have managed to learn to read chapter books that hav 34 or 50 chapters in it. I wan. B come someone that can stand up to bullies & not someone who's scared of them as i was in past. I recently finally did make 1 friend it fun making friends & not b bullied for who u r, for how u look &/or dress like. This is who i am mean to b, This is me! This vid i wanna watch over & over it has shown me that i have confidence throu anything i put my mind to so, don't allow others to bring me down block them out & avoid them. When, i saw her on the steps i saw myself & waned to go hid in corner & cry my eyes out cuz, that how it was for me growing up not being like cuz, i couldn't speak too well & couldn't say the rite words i waned to say & so, i was not only made fun of, bullied & teased i was also called a rat. I was told bullies only bullie others cuz, they wan make others feel how they were bullied & they find that as an "okie" thing to do when, it isn't.

[@melissafields3376]

Growing up, I had a friend who's parents were deaf. I learned sign language from him. Always thought it was a beautiful language. Later, I had friends that were hearing impaired. Then at 23, I started teaching my baby girl some simple signs because she hadn't started speaking yet and I wanted to communicate with her better. At 26, I began to lose my hearing. I had been diagnosed with aggressive Sarcoidosis. (At 21). My hearing has gotten worse; completely deaf in one ear and only 20% in the other. The thing with my Sarcoidosis is my remaining hearing is garbled. So hearing aids; surgery won't work. I am amazed watching this channel!! It's inspiring!! I always rewatch the videos whenever I'm struggling! ❤

[@SigningwStephanie]

Thank you so much! I’m so happy you find enjoyment from the channel 😍

[@kaylamcclellan8369]

This is gorgeous!! I love how sign language adds a whole new depth of emotion and expression. Personally, I don’t need ASL. However, if you’re considering learning it, I’ve never regretted learning it. It means so much to some with a hearing impairment to have somebody that can speak their language. I’ve never regretted the time I spent learning it.

[@tylersmommy725]

Wow you guys were awesome and gave me goosebumps watching it!!

[@wi88owg82]

This is done so well with a song from my all time favorite movie, I love it !!

[@melissagatzemeier9544]

I can't believe how much asl has gone through schools and unity I am so happy to see how much asl impact other people that didn't know what asl was and asl change my life

[@katielemmon2581]

This gaves a hole new meaning to this beautiful song. So thanks.

[@blackivy8200]

This is so beautiful and done so well i love this song and i love how ASL and been used with it its such a great combination and it's awesome to see how it's signed from person to person its truly is unique 🌹❤

[@silasxmoon9744]

this actually brought me to tears, you all did a wonderful job

[@savannahholbrook1634]

That was excellent I think that was a brilliant performance throughout the whole entire School bring out the emotions from the song into the actual people who are performing the song in American Sign Language these people need a award for this type of excellent. I almost got brought to tears when I saw this film or video I should say excellent job do more of this

[@oliviahodgson60]

Amazing interpretation in ASL!!! I am an ASL interpretation major and this is amazing!!!

[@kimbersanders316]

I have never clapped after a youtube video until today. This was beautiful and made me so proud. Much Love

[@CalebHyles]

nice work!

[@melaniegrice4013]

Fabulous video, I'm in England and use BSL but it was clear enough I understood most of it. Great interpretation!

[@SigningwStephanie]

Thank you so much!

[@JaketheSigner]

Okay this is super cool. Phenomenal job guys 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@jamesrobertson9582]

Stephanie, I browse a lot on You Tube and found this video by a very lucky chance. It is the most touching and loving music video that I have ever watched and it brought many tears, some sad and some very happy. I thank you and the others for such a beautiful, uplifting video. I will be sharing it with everyone I know. I am 67 yrs. old and several years ago, I was diagnosed with (and I will spell it wrong) Manere's Disease. It is a progressive loss of hearing that can take years or I could wake up in the morning and be totally deaf. There is no cure and hearing aids would be useless due to the progression of loss. As of one month ago, I have a 90% loss in my right ear and 85% loss in my left ear. I consider myself lucky because it has been a slow progression therefore I have been able to adapt as it goes along. I guess I'm telling you this because when I watch such beautiful videos as this one, my desire to keep going and enjoy life to the max gets stronger. Again, thank you for sharing your beauty in song. P.S. I just become a subscriber!!!

[@SigningwStephanie]

I am at a loss for words. Thank you so much for this wonderful sentiment. I’m so happy you appreciate the video and I’m deeply touched. I will pass along your special message to the students! Knowing we affected you in such a positive way is very overwhelming. Your light shines through your words. May you keep shining brightly ❤️

[@midnightmeadow9842]

My sister doesn't have any appreciation for this. " why is their music when their are subtitles ". This was amazing.

[@firetrucksrule07]

I got goosebumps during this.

[@松-c6x]

What a beautiful and powerful video this is! I was on the verge of tears when I watched it for the first time. Thank you so much 😭💖

[@kennethd.4994]

It..is..art...of the SOUL..KIND...

[@kennethd.4994]

This the Souls..can ..fly🛫

[@kawaiiunicorn3067]

this is amazing and so inspiring. keala should definitely see this!

[@mildredquinones924]

We are SO on the same page here.

[@The_Queenherself]

HANDS DOWN BEST VIDEO IVE SEEN!!! Absolutely an amazing job!!! So proud of each and everyone if you guys. Thank you for being such an inspirational soul xoxo

[@SigningwStephanie]

Thank you so much! The kids are just amazing ❤️ This generation is gonna move mountains

[@sgtsnafubohica15]

I really enjoy the time it took to make this. It's moving, gives me goosebumps

[@SigningwStephanie]

Thank you! ❤️

[@antilyricscom]

This is amazing! One of the best ASL interpretations ever!

[@SigningwStephanie]

On behalf of the students involved and everything that went into making this, thank you so much! 😍

[@user-wq9di8ro7q]

its so interesting how different this is from bsl but how similar

[@marceloalejadropaez7731]

I like music, he sings sign language, congratulations, hello and I'm from deaf Argentina

[@pamwalker1069]

That was amazing! Love your translation, your choreography, and you spirit!

[@dinahbrown919]

i actually started crying. good job guys

[@BionkHonk]

They were given a voice! This is very beautiful!!

[@NellyReiner]

you are so amazing. I could really feel the emotion u put into this. I wanna learn sign language, I wish it was on duolngo lol. great work!

[@xLCLIPx]

Me too I wish it was on duolngo

[@biancashaw4549]

This is beautiful! An awesome job by the students (and the teacher 😉) Such a powerful song and even more powerful interpretation. I will show this to my ASL students as an example of the power expression in ASL. Thank you for sharing!

[@SigningwStephanie]

Thank you so much! We worked really hard on it 💕🤟

[@Brixenta]

This was WELL done!!! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@sarahsaidon]

Brought me to tears 😢

[@AnAspiesPOV]

so so amazing! perfect interpretation of the song to YOU! have you heard of the High School Emmys? it's something to look into. this piece could WIN!

[@SigningwStephanie]

An Aspie's POV I didn't even know about the High School Emmy's! I looked into it but I missed the submission deadline. There's always next time though! I'll keep it in mind.

[@richcounts56]

Amazin & YES this is ME ‼️ ....& The HEAVENLY FATHER loves & accepts me for WHO I AM.... Yes...This IS ME‼️

[@exwowgamergirl4506]

I was feeling down, this was such a blessing. Thank you.

[@amberkinder9440]

I love watching your videos. I recently found out that I have partial hearing loss and it will get worse, so I’m learning ASL to help and classes.

[@SigningwStephanie]

Thank you so much! Good luck on your journey and I wish you all the best 🤟

[@Rileywith2]

Great video! ASL is such a beautiful language.

[@NikkiDeJonge]

I ❤ the Greatest Showman!! 🤹‍♂️

[@thunderstrike-rw4hn]

Fantastic video by year 3 exclent each of you should be proud this was such a great video thankyou for sharing this with us I loved it

[@melissafields3376]

Absolutely amazing!! Thanks

[@richardjebb8867]

That was so amazing, well done for doing that song in ASL.

[@Parakeetwilds]

Love this! great video! This should be shown in every school!

[@SigningwStephanie]

Thank you!

[@lindaeducar165]

This was amazing! thank you for sharing your talents with us!

[@samiamisme]

Love the production!

[@maikk.76]

great, awesome, emotional.....

[@monicavantassel7594]

Stunning, thank you!

[@ethanlambert2968]

WOW THAT WAS BEAUTIFUL!

[@johnr5360]

Awesome work...

[@nikkiszydlo6618]

SO AMAZING!!!!

[@georgemoore2226]

Great production! 🤟

[@ilichiregius2884]

Everyone ACED it in this video and I'm sure they all aced it in the classroom as well.

[@marxmatt3455]

Not gonna lie, I definitely cried. Keep up the great work.

[@jillkao5695]

LOVE this! Well done!

[@abi5254]

this is SO FREAKING COOL??

[@julianagroder4814]

Wow this is amazing! I bet so much hard work went into this

[@emilie_schmemelie]

WOW. THIS VIDEO IS SUPER INSPIRING. Every School should do this. Thank you soo much for this.

[@jailahnunez1635]

This is my new favorite video🥰🥰🥰

[@soleilmelodie6974]

Just beautiful. And amazing. And cool. And incredible. Ok it's not JUST beautiful. Thanks a lot for this !!! *-*

[@megvanadero]

SUPER LOVE IT!! ❤

[@svh942]

Where, like this song it beautiful

[@maisieelisepyzyk7793]

I'm going to learn this it's so cool

[@kathrynscott7344]

I love this video great job 🙂

[@BionkHonk]

this is great!!!

[@geribriggs6713]

Brilliant!!!

[@amberdawn2390]

I love this I've always wanted to learn sign language

[@karlkristian9945]

I was searching for videos relating to Deaf awareness week for my school related video presentation regarding the topic. And then I saw this video. Got goosebumps. So, can I use this video? Just small parts/clips for my school activity. Thanks in advance.

[@SigningwStephanie]

Of course! Thank you so much!

[@Tatiana-uz9jj]

Beautiful!!!

[@jessicafleming5197]

Brought me to tears, it was so beautiful ! I love this !

[@JasonJones-z4v]

Wish I could learn ASL as my partner is deaf and I've got to write it down for her any help would be appreciated

[@SigningwStephanie]

There’s so many great resources online! 😍 I just started teaching it here on this channel too if you’re interested in learning 🤟

[@gabbiiedwards7380]

Wow this is so helpful to those in need I need to learn

[@melissaknitter7611]

Powerful

[@vollbartbarbie5998]

AMAZING 😍

[@JJ-bz3se]

This deserves more views

[@user-bg3nr7we9v]

Thanks, guys very beautiful

[@ButterFly-ug1hy]

Don't let them get to u

[@rezkiachyana482]

This video empowered me :') THANK YOU!

[@pauljacques5778]

WOW!!!!!!! I LOVE IT

[@siddmic]

Very nice

[@ninagirl9078]

I am autism but i love being who i am❤ Autism can make you special and other differences too❤❤

[@svh942]

Feel Good now

[@tinystarproductions8843]

This is an awesome video 😁

[@ProlibranasAcademy]

Seria a tradução mais perfeita dessa música?

[@buksiblingsfun8906]

OUTCASTS UNITE!

[@christienbbrooks7334]

Wow, awesome

[@awajiangirl]

Awesome

[@svh942]

Who oh song where a fool snogs ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@pewolfxd5408]

I don't now what they are doing but this is cool

[@kawaiiunicorn3067]

they are doing a cover of this is me in sign langauge

[@ire1398]

Pah! Tru-biz champ!

[@choirfandomcookingrantsand496]

Your high school is pretter than me

[@svh942]

Set a beautiful song I wrote this song snow van honr

[@BrandyBarnard]

Cool

[@stevengibson3641]

🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@Ann2thefloor]

I wanna learn sign language 😊

[@ASLSuzyQ]

I’m Deaf & I Kissfist this!💋👊🏼

[@landiodo]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@CaptinHoot51]

👀

[@leighmartin9187]

CHAMP!!

[@katherinegill7964]

YESSSSSS