by Karen | Oct 7, 2025 | For Professionals, Secondary Transition
Transitioning from high school into college or careers is a challenge for many students. But for Deaf and hard-of-hearing (DHH) individuals, systemic barriers—accessibility, communication, under-resourced support, and attitudinal biases—make the journey especially...
by Karen | Sep 23, 2025 | Early Childhood: Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, For Professionals
Children with hearing differences face multiple challenges in acquiring language and achieving social well‑being. Research consistently shows that early intervention, robust language support, and attention to social factors are critical for improving developmental...
by Karen | Jun 10, 2025 | For Professionals, Language and Speech Development Issues, Listening (Auditory Skills) Development
The majority of students with hearing loss in mainstream educational settings are expected to learn primarily through auditory modalities. The role of itinerant teachers of the deaf is critical in supporting both school personnel and students by providing guidance on...
by Karen | May 28, 2025 | For Professionals, What's New Blog
Reading is a multifaceted process, and various models have been developed to elucidate the components that contribute to skilled reading. Scarborough’s Reading Rope has long been a prominent model for illustrating the main components of literacy that must be woven...
by Karen | Apr 21, 2025 | For Professionals, Virtual Education
As districts face persistent shortages in Teachers of the Deaf (TODs) and related service providers, many school systems have resorted to virtual learning and teletherapy to provide services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) students. While technology offers the...
