Family Resource Group
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Edition February 2022
Opportunities in the New Year!
Erin Campion
Family Resource Group Editor
February 9, 2022
Sight + Sound Bites
The Eye & Ear Foundation together with the Department of Otolaryngology proudly presents a lunchtime educational webinar series highlighting the research and clinical innovations at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
We invite you to join us on Wednesday, February 9th, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
for Sight + Sound Bites
Hearing Aids: Everything You Need to Know.
Presented By
Catherine Palmer, PhD, CCC-A
Please RSVP at
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_c8t-OTLJSqGwSuFaVwT0iw
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information on how to join the webinar.
February 10, 2022
Supporting Students with Disabilities In Virtual Environments: SSDVE
Save the Date! Check out the SSDVE HUB for more resources.
On February 10, 2022, SSDVE is focusing on Considerations and Strategies for Effective Partnerships with Parents and Caregivers. You can register here and on the PaTTAN training calendar (by clicking on the event on Feb 10th).
SSDVE Presents | Monthly Webinars
The "SSDVE Presents:" series offers educators, service providers, and families resources and supports for navigating education in virtual environments. Please see below under "Events" for links to register for upcoming SSDVE events being offered by PaTTAN.
Monthly "SSDVE Presents" webinars are held on the 2nd (second) Thursday of each month from 3:00PM - 4:00PM; registration is required.
SSDVE Schoology
Join the SSDVE Schoology course to access recordings and materials from SSDVE events, open discussion forums, and announcements of relevant news and opportunities.
To join: feel free to share the access code (3PT2-2TM9-F4X84) and instructions (accessible PDF) with others.
For support: access quick how-to videos or contact bestpracticesonline@pattan.net.
2021-22 Archived Topics:
Considerations and Strategies for Success in 2021-22
Considerations and Strategies for Effective Progress Monitoring
Considerations and Strategies for Accessible Virtual Learning Environments
Considerations and Strategies for Providing Special Education and Related Services
Delivery Models: Options and Outcomes
02/10/22: Considerations and Strategies for Effective Partnerships with Parents and Caregivers
February 13, 2022
Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show To Be First To Feature ASL Performers, On NBCSports.com And NBC Sports App
The National Football League (NFL) and the National Association of the Deaf (NAD) are honored to bring an elevated accessibility experience to the Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show with talented American Sign Language (ASL) artists. Viewers can access this elevated experience on NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app.
For the first time in its history, the Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show starring Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, and Kendrick Lamar will include ASL artists. Famed Deaf musicians Warren “Wawa” Snipe and Sean Forbes will sign the Halftime Show. Super Bowl LVI will take place at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California on February 13, 2022.
February 23, 2022
Including Low Incidence Students in STEM Using a Universal Design for Learning Framework
This session focuses on practical methods for teaching Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) across grade levels through the lens of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). The presenter will demonstrate how to include individuals with diverse learning needs, including low incidence students, in STEM courses and curriculum within the planning, instructional, and assessment stages, using both innovative and “tried and true” methods. The presentation will show a step by step model of instruction that can be used throughout various grade levels.
March 2-4, 2022
Pennsylvania Department of Education 2022 Conference
One Event, Two Experiences March 2-4, 2022
The 2022 PDE Conference will be offered in a hybrid format - in person at the Hershey Lodge and Convention Center or online through ChimeLive.
The Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Bureau of Special Education is excited to kick-off the Attract, Prepare, and Retain (APR) initiative at this year’s annual conference to bring forward the BSE’s commitment to increase and diversify qualified special education professionals in the field. The conference will highlight state and national initiatives to address the critical issues facing Local Education Agencies regarding the attraction, preparation, and retainment of special education personnel.
Additional Information:
Why You Should Attend -
What You Need to Know -
April 26, 2022
Transition Tuesdays Series-Engaging Families in Transition Planning: Before, During, and After the IEP
June 24-25, 2022
Family Learning Conference for Children and Youth who are Deaf-Blind
July 17 -29, 2022
The program runs for two weeks from Sunday, July 17, 2022 to Friday, July 29, 2022, and will cover self-advocacy skills in college, trade school, and the workplace, social and emotional skills, career planning, college support services, and communication access options. In addition, this summer program is fully accessible, with sign language interpreters and CART available for all classes and many extracurricular activities.