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Exploring Identity and Experiences (older learners)

Inviting all older hard of hearing learners to join our community and connect with others who understand your experience. Let's talk about your hearing journey, share tips, and build confidence together.

This program is all about you. We'll discuss what matters most to you, from communication styles to device use and self-identity. Get ready to learn and meet new people.  

In this program you will have opportunities to:

  • Share experiences with peers and a Mentor who understand your journey.
  • Discuss your hearing status and device use.
  • Learn about auditory fatigue and challenging listening environments.
  • Explore your unique identity and place in the Deaf and hard of hearing community.

Program Details

  • Grades: 8 to 12
  • Language:
    • English with ASL translation available
    • ASL with English translation available
  • Program Length: 5 weeks
  • Days/Time: Thursdays (November 14, 21, 28 and December 5, 12) from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. (AST) / 11:15 a.m to 12:15 p.m. (NT)
  • Facilitators:
    • Chrissy MacNeil, Educational 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.