Are you hard of hearing and looking for a chance to connect with others who get you? This is it! Let's explore what it means to be Deaf, hard of hearing, or somewhere in between. We'll chat about your hearing journey, share tips, and build confidence together.
This fun group is all about you! We'll talk about what matters to you, from communication styles to device use, to fitting in. Get ready to learn and make a new community of friends!
In this program, you will have opportunities to:
- Share experiences with peers and a Mentor with lived experience
- Discuss your hearing status and device use
- Learn about auditory fatigue and challenging listening environments
- Explore your unique identity
Program Details
- Grades/Age Level: Grades 4-7
- Language: English with ASL interpretation available
- Schedule: Wednesdays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. (AST) / 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. (NST)
- Dates: January 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 12, 19
- Program Length: 6 weeks
- Facilitators:
- Chrissy MacNeil, Education Support Specialist- Deaf Mentor (ESS-Deaf Mentor)
- Janice MacPhail, Education Support Teacher- Social Emotional Learning (EST-SEL)
Program Registration
Online learning programs for children and youth are designed for students who qualify for APSEA services and registration must be completed by the student's APSEA Educational Support Teacher (EST) / itinerant teacher.
- Register for My Journey, My Voice: Exploring Identity and Experiences
Registration closes on December 16, 2024