Web Research Project by Kandi Miller

Families of deaf and hard of hearing students

sfhfc — 2025-10-06 19:46:41 UTC

Being Deaf or hard of hearing means a child has partial or complete hearing loss, which can make it harder to hear speech or sounds around them. Every child’s experience is different because some children are born Deaf, while others lose hearing later in life. Deaf children learn and communicate in many ways. Some use American Sign Language (ASL), some use spoken language with hearing aids or cochlear implants, and others use a mix of both. With early support, family involvement, and access to language, Deaf and hard of hearing children can thrive in school, build friendships, and express themselves fully just like any other child. Families play the biggest role in helping their child grow by learning about communication options, finding community support, and celebrating their child’s unique way of connecting with the world, but as important is the way a teacher supports the kids.

American Society for Deaf Children

sfhfc — 2025-10-06 20:13:29 UTC

ASDC supports families and professionals by promoting early language access through American Sign Language (ASL). The site offers family conferences, online learning, and ASL storytime events. It’s great for families wanting to strengthen communication and connect with a community that values Deaf culture and family learning together.

National Association of the Deaf - NAD

sfhfc — 2025-10-06 20:16:13 UTC

The NAD advocates for the rights and inclusion of Deaf and hard of hearing people in education, employment, and public life. Families can learn about laws such as IDEA and ADA, find advocacy materials, and explore ways to support their child’s rights in school. This helps families understand the broader community and empowers them to advocate effectively.

Hands and Voices

sfhfc — 2025-10-07 01:44:26 UTC

Hands & Voices is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families with children who are DHH with no matter the communication method they choose. It provides parent-to-parent support, local chapters, and resources on education and advocacy. This site focuses on family unity, diversity, and understanding individual communication choices.

Hearing First

sfhfc — 2025-10-07 01:46:21 UTC

Hearing First helps families whose children use spoken language through listening and technology. It offers online learning, parent guides, and early education resources. Families can find community discussions and expert-led webinars that support early learning and family-centered development.

Kandi Miller's Web Research Project

sfhfc — 2025-10-07 02:16:53 UTC

This is a video giving a brief overview of my padlet :)

A video talking about American Society for Deaf children

sfhfc — 2025-10-07 02:31:36 UTC