Events in October 2018
- Community ASL Class
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Community ASL ClassWisconsin School for the Deaf309 W. Walworth Ave.Delavan, WI 53115Community ASL Classes will be held regularly on Mondays during the 2018-2019 academic year. Please join us for Orientation on Monday, September 24th, to learn more about the classes and reserve your spot as a participant.
More details and full schedule will be available after the Orientation on September 24th.
For more information, please contact:
Alyson Urdahl, alyson.urdahl@wsd.k12.wi.usDHH Playgroups–
DHH PlaygroupsHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $25.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477Connecting children, families and communities through play! DHH PLAYGROUPS offer children ages birth to five who are deaf and hard of hearing, their parents, families, and caregivers the opportunity to have fun and learn in a friendly environment that promotes language, early literacy, and social & emotional development. While implementing a Total Communication (TC)* philosophy, DHH Playgroups welcome everyone to participate in play, songs, arts & crafts, stories, and enjoy the experience of getting together!
DHH Playgroups include, circle time, free play, table activities, and group snack time. Activities are presented using sign and spoken language. This is a great time for families who are just beginning to use sign language to practice their skills. While interacting with their children, parents have the opportunity to learn about hearing loss, discover resources, and support each other through chatting with parents, professionals, and members associated with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities.
DHH Playgroups are open to families who have children with hearing or speech differences, infant to age 5. Family members, including hearing siblings, are welcome.
$25 annual registration fee. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).* Total Communication (TC) is a philosophy of educating children with hearing loss that incorporates all means of communication; formal signs, natural gestures, fingerspelling, body language, listening, lipreading and speech.
Roots-N-Wings (RNW)–
Roots-N-Wings (RNW)Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Joleen Hunkins, Educational Interpreter
Register (Admission Fee: $30.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week ROOTS-N-WINGS class will teach children ages 6 through 12 the basic roots of sign language while encouraging them to spread their wings and feel comfortable using the language. Children will learn sign language naturally through games, stories and fun activities highlighted with opportunities to interact with members of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities. SIGN ON today!
RNW class is open to HNH families, special circumstances may apply. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $30.00/PP. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
- Little Listeners
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Little ListenersHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477LITTLE LISTENERS is an Early Support Service that assists families in developing a sound foundation for their early listener using auditory/oral communication. Through play, speech and listening activities, children and parents will learn strategies to support listening skills and spoken language development. Parents will have opportunities to share experiences and questions with other families in a supportive environment.
Sessions focus on aural habilitation (developing language, training in listening, and proper use of hearing device) and include small group, hands-on activities, and “talking points”. Little Listeners is designed to support children (18-36 mos.) with hearing and/or speech differences and their families.
Little Listeners is open to the community; cost is $60.00/parent & child. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Music-N-Motion–
Music-N-MotionHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Wendy Kroeber, Music Therapist & Music Together Teacher
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477MUSIC-N-MOTION is a music & movement class for infants and toddlers…and the grownups who love them! Music, children, and hearing loss? Yes! Music is powerful and participation in musical activities enhances learning by promoting communication skills, listening skills, language skills, cognitive skills, fine and gross motor skills, social and emotional development, and creativity.
Music-N-Motion is open to families who have children with hearing and/or speech differences, ages 6 months to 36 months. Cost is $60.00/parent & child, $20 each additional participant. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
American Sign Language (ASL) I–
American Sign Language (ASL) IHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week class will teach ASL signs frequently used between parents and their young children, and those essential to communicating with the Deaf Community. Individuals will learn family signs, verbs, emotions, and vocabulary used to communicate within the daily routine. Purposeful activities will coach participants on the language and structure of ASL and Deaf Culture.
Class is open to the community. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $60.00/PP. Register by September 10, 2018. - Prepping, It's Not Just for the End of the World! Training for Educational Interpreters
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Prepping, It's Not Just for the End of the World! Training for Educational InterpretersL.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, Eau Claire Room400 Eau Claire St.Eau Claire, WI 54701Topics Include
- Updates on Ed. Terp Licensing
- What can Outreach do for you?
- Prepping Resources available
Please RSVP by October 1, 2018.
RSVP or for more information, please contact:
Keith Burisek, keith.burisek@wesp-dhh.wi.gov, 262-749-6748 (text/voice) - DHH Playgroups
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DHH PlaygroupsHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $25.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477Connecting children, families and communities through play! DHH PLAYGROUPS offer children ages birth to five who are deaf and hard of hearing, their parents, families, and caregivers the opportunity to have fun and learn in a friendly environment that promotes language, early literacy, and social & emotional development. While implementing a Total Communication (TC)* philosophy, DHH Playgroups welcome everyone to participate in play, songs, arts & crafts, stories, and enjoy the experience of getting together!
DHH Playgroups include, circle time, free play, table activities, and group snack time. Activities are presented using sign and spoken language. This is a great time for families who are just beginning to use sign language to practice their skills. While interacting with their children, parents have the opportunity to learn about hearing loss, discover resources, and support each other through chatting with parents, professionals, and members associated with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities.
DHH Playgroups are open to families who have children with hearing or speech differences, infant to age 5. Family members, including hearing siblings, are welcome.
$25 annual registration fee. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).* Total Communication (TC) is a philosophy of educating children with hearing loss that incorporates all means of communication; formal signs, natural gestures, fingerspelling, body language, listening, lipreading and speech.
Roots-N-Wings (RNW)–
Roots-N-Wings (RNW)Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Joleen Hunkins, Educational Interpreter
Register (Admission Fee: $30.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week ROOTS-N-WINGS class will teach children ages 6 through 12 the basic roots of sign language while encouraging them to spread their wings and feel comfortable using the language. Children will learn sign language naturally through games, stories and fun activities highlighted with opportunities to interact with members of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities. SIGN ON today!
RNW class is open to HNH families, special circumstances may apply. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $30.00/PP. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
- DPI Annual State Superintendent’s Conference on Special Education & Pupil Services Leadership Issues
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DPI Annual State Superintendent’s Conference on Special Education & Pupil Services Leadership IssuesGlacier Canyon Lodge & Conference Center, Wilderness Resort45 Hillman Rd.Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 - Little Listeners
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Little ListenersHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477LITTLE LISTENERS is an Early Support Service that assists families in developing a sound foundation for their early listener using auditory/oral communication. Through play, speech and listening activities, children and parents will learn strategies to support listening skills and spoken language development. Parents will have opportunities to share experiences and questions with other families in a supportive environment.
Sessions focus on aural habilitation (developing language, training in listening, and proper use of hearing device) and include small group, hands-on activities, and “talking points”. Little Listeners is designed to support children (18-36 mos.) with hearing and/or speech differences and their families.
Little Listeners is open to the community; cost is $60.00/parent & child. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Music-N-Motion–
Music-N-MotionHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Wendy Kroeber, Music Therapist & Music Together Teacher
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477MUSIC-N-MOTION is a music & movement class for infants and toddlers…and the grownups who love them! Music, children, and hearing loss? Yes! Music is powerful and participation in musical activities enhances learning by promoting communication skills, listening skills, language skills, cognitive skills, fine and gross motor skills, social and emotional development, and creativity.
Music-N-Motion is open to families who have children with hearing and/or speech differences, ages 6 months to 36 months. Cost is $60.00/parent & child, $20 each additional participant. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
American Sign Language (ASL) I–
American Sign Language (ASL) IHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week class will teach ASL signs frequently used between parents and their young children, and those essential to communicating with the Deaf Community. Individuals will learn family signs, verbs, emotions, and vocabulary used to communicate within the daily routine. Purposeful activities will coach participants on the language and structure of ASL and Deaf Culture.
Class is open to the community. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $60.00/PP. Register by September 10, 2018. - College & Transition Fair
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College & Transition FairD.C. Everest Professional Development Center1480 County Road XXRothschild, WICalling all youth who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deafblind (and your families, and your educational staff)!
YOU are invited to attend the 2018 College & Transition Fair for students who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deafblind. FREE EVENT!
- A limited number of student interpreters will also be available
- An email RSVP would be appreciated
- Invited IHE and agencies include: UW of Wisconsin, Technical Colleges, State Departments (ODHH, DVR) Independent Living Centers, Interpreting Agencies, JobCorps, Goodwill, as well as programs specializing in DHH, and many more!
For more information, please contact:
Maryann Barnett, Outreach Transition Coordinator, maryannbarnett@wesp-dhh.wi.gov or 262-728-7194 - College & Transition Fair
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College & Transition FairWisconsin School for the Deaf309 W. Walworth Ave.Delavan, WI 53115Calling all youth who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deafblind (and your families, and your educational staff)!
YOU are invited to attend the 2018 College & Transition Fair for students who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deafblind. FREE EVENT!
- A limited number of student interpreters will also be available
- An email RSVP would be appreciated
- Invited IHE and agencies include: UW of Wisconsin, Technical Colleges, State Departments (ODHH, DVR) Independent Living Centers, Interpreting Agencies, JobCorps, Goodwill, as well as programs specializing in DHH, and many more!
For more information, please contact:
Maryann Barnett, Outreach Transition Coordinator, maryannbarnett@wesp-dhh.wi.gov or 262-728-7194 - DHH Playgroups
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DHH PlaygroupsHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $25.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477Connecting children, families and communities through play! DHH PLAYGROUPS offer children ages birth to five who are deaf and hard of hearing, their parents, families, and caregivers the opportunity to have fun and learn in a friendly environment that promotes language, early literacy, and social & emotional development. While implementing a Total Communication (TC)* philosophy, DHH Playgroups welcome everyone to participate in play, songs, arts & crafts, stories, and enjoy the experience of getting together!
DHH Playgroups include, circle time, free play, table activities, and group snack time. Activities are presented using sign and spoken language. This is a great time for families who are just beginning to use sign language to practice their skills. While interacting with their children, parents have the opportunity to learn about hearing loss, discover resources, and support each other through chatting with parents, professionals, and members associated with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities.
DHH Playgroups are open to families who have children with hearing or speech differences, infant to age 5. Family members, including hearing siblings, are welcome.
$25 annual registration fee. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).* Total Communication (TC) is a philosophy of educating children with hearing loss that incorporates all means of communication; formal signs, natural gestures, fingerspelling, body language, listening, lipreading and speech.
Roots-N-Wings (RNW)–
Roots-N-Wings (RNW)Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Joleen Hunkins, Educational Interpreter
Register (Admission Fee: $30.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week ROOTS-N-WINGS class will teach children ages 6 through 12 the basic roots of sign language while encouraging them to spread their wings and feel comfortable using the language. Children will learn sign language naturally through games, stories and fun activities highlighted with opportunities to interact with members of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities. SIGN ON today!
RNW class is open to HNH families, special circumstances may apply. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $30.00/PP. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
- TIG Transition Academy
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TIG Transition AcademyGlacier Canyon Lodge & Conference Center, Wilderness Resort45 Hillman Rd.Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965The Transition Academy events will be packed with information relating to all areas of transition. This conference is perfect for all, whether you are an educator, paraprofessional, parent, youth, or agency member.
Topics will include:
- Community Based Employment
- Postsecondary Education
- Transition Best Practices
- Rural Transition Practices
- Transition Partnerships
- Mental Health/Health
- Culturally Responsive Practices for Transition
- Family Engagement
- Self Advocacy in Transition
For more information, please contact:
Pam Jenson, pam.jenson@cesa2.org or 608-921-1400 - TIG Transition Academy
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TIG Transition AcademyGlacier Canyon Lodge & Conference Center, Wilderness Resort45 Hillman Rd.Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965The Transition Academy events will be packed with information relating to all areas of transition. This conference is perfect for all, whether you are an educator, paraprofessional, parent, youth, or agency member.
Topics will include:
- Community Based Employment
- Postsecondary Education
- Transition Best Practices
- Rural Transition Practices
- Transition Partnerships
- Mental Health/Health
- Culturally Responsive Practices for Transition
- Family Engagement
- Self Advocacy in Transition
For more information, please contact:
Pam Jenson, pam.jenson@cesa2.org or 608-921-1400Little Listeners–
Little ListenersHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477LITTLE LISTENERS is an Early Support Service that assists families in developing a sound foundation for their early listener using auditory/oral communication. Through play, speech and listening activities, children and parents will learn strategies to support listening skills and spoken language development. Parents will have opportunities to share experiences and questions with other families in a supportive environment.
Sessions focus on aural habilitation (developing language, training in listening, and proper use of hearing device) and include small group, hands-on activities, and “talking points”. Little Listeners is designed to support children (18-36 mos.) with hearing and/or speech differences and their families.
Little Listeners is open to the community; cost is $60.00/parent & child. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Music-N-Motion–
Music-N-MotionHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Wendy Kroeber, Music Therapist & Music Together Teacher
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477MUSIC-N-MOTION is a music & movement class for infants and toddlers…and the grownups who love them! Music, children, and hearing loss? Yes! Music is powerful and participation in musical activities enhances learning by promoting communication skills, listening skills, language skills, cognitive skills, fine and gross motor skills, social and emotional development, and creativity.
Music-N-Motion is open to families who have children with hearing and/or speech differences, ages 6 months to 36 months. Cost is $60.00/parent & child, $20 each additional participant. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
American Sign Language (ASL) I–
American Sign Language (ASL) IHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week class will teach ASL signs frequently used between parents and their young children, and those essential to communicating with the Deaf Community. Individuals will learn family signs, verbs, emotions, and vocabulary used to communicate within the daily routine. Purposeful activities will coach participants on the language and structure of ASL and Deaf Culture.
Class is open to the community. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $60.00/PP. Register by September 10, 2018. - DHH Playgroups
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DHH PlaygroupsHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $25.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477Connecting children, families and communities through play! DHH PLAYGROUPS offer children ages birth to five who are deaf and hard of hearing, their parents, families, and caregivers the opportunity to have fun and learn in a friendly environment that promotes language, early literacy, and social & emotional development. While implementing a Total Communication (TC)* philosophy, DHH Playgroups welcome everyone to participate in play, songs, arts & crafts, stories, and enjoy the experience of getting together!
DHH Playgroups include, circle time, free play, table activities, and group snack time. Activities are presented using sign and spoken language. This is a great time for families who are just beginning to use sign language to practice their skills. While interacting with their children, parents have the opportunity to learn about hearing loss, discover resources, and support each other through chatting with parents, professionals, and members associated with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities.
DHH Playgroups are open to families who have children with hearing or speech differences, infant to age 5. Family members, including hearing siblings, are welcome.
$25 annual registration fee. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).* Total Communication (TC) is a philosophy of educating children with hearing loss that incorporates all means of communication; formal signs, natural gestures, fingerspelling, body language, listening, lipreading and speech.
Parent-N-Parent Networking Program–
Parent-N-Parent Networking ProgramHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Facilitators: Michelle Kihntopf, Parent and Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator
Register
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477Enhancing the circle of support! PARENT-N-PARENT (PNP) Networking links parents with parents who have “been there” and have agreed to share their stories, experiences, expertise and advice. PNP connections strive to motivate and empower families to best support their young deaf and hard of hearing children.
Led by a parent facilitator and a deaf educator, parents network with other parents; guest presenters join PNP meetings on occasion; and volunteers play/socialize with the children.
Roots-N-Wings (RNW)–
Roots-N-Wings (RNW)Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Joleen Hunkins, Educational Interpreter
Register (Admission Fee: $30.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week ROOTS-N-WINGS class will teach children ages 6 through 12 the basic roots of sign language while encouraging them to spread their wings and feel comfortable using the language. Children will learn sign language naturally through games, stories and fun activities highlighted with opportunities to interact with members of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities. SIGN ON today!
RNW class is open to HNH families, special circumstances may apply. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $30.00/PP. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
- Little Listeners
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Little ListenersHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477LITTLE LISTENERS is an Early Support Service that assists families in developing a sound foundation for their early listener using auditory/oral communication. Through play, speech and listening activities, children and parents will learn strategies to support listening skills and spoken language development. Parents will have opportunities to share experiences and questions with other families in a supportive environment.
Sessions focus on aural habilitation (developing language, training in listening, and proper use of hearing device) and include small group, hands-on activities, and “talking points”. Little Listeners is designed to support children (18-36 mos.) with hearing and/or speech differences and their families.
Little Listeners is open to the community; cost is $60.00/parent & child. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Music-N-Motion–
Music-N-MotionHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Wendy Kroeber, Music Therapist & Music Together Teacher
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477MUSIC-N-MOTION is a music & movement class for infants and toddlers…and the grownups who love them! Music, children, and hearing loss? Yes! Music is powerful and participation in musical activities enhances learning by promoting communication skills, listening skills, language skills, cognitive skills, fine and gross motor skills, social and emotional development, and creativity.
Music-N-Motion is open to families who have children with hearing and/or speech differences, ages 6 months to 36 months. Cost is $60.00/parent & child, $20 each additional participant. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
American Sign Language (ASL) I–
American Sign Language (ASL) IHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week class will teach ASL signs frequently used between parents and their young children, and those essential to communicating with the Deaf Community. Individuals will learn family signs, verbs, emotions, and vocabulary used to communicate within the daily routine. Purposeful activities will coach participants on the language and structure of ASL and Deaf Culture.
Class is open to the community. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $60.00/PP. Register by September 10, 2018. - FAQ for Educational Interpreters - New Licensing Requirements
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FAQ for Educational Interpreters - New Licensing RequirementsGlendale Elementary School1201 Tompkins Dr.Madison, WI 53716More details coming soon
- Program Support Teacher (PST) Meeting for D/HH Professionals - Comprehensive Evaluation
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Program Support Teacher (PST) Meeting for D/HH Professionals - Comprehensive EvaluationOnline, via ZoomThe purpose of D/HH and Educational Audiologist Program Support Teacher (PST) Meetings is to provide deaf education professionals with updates from the Department of Public Instruction, current information related to topics in deaf education, and opportunities to learn from statewide peers in the field. PST meetings are scheduled several times throughout the year.
Comprehensive Evaluation
Zoom Meeting*
*In response to stakeholder input, we are offering the DHH PST meetings in a new format. All professionals working with DHH students are invited to participate. Opportunities to provide feedback on meetings and the new platform will be provided at the close of each meeting.
For more information, please contact:
Jennifer Meyer, jennifer.meyer@wesp-dhh.wi.govDHH Playgroups–
DHH PlaygroupsHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $25.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477Connecting children, families and communities through play! DHH PLAYGROUPS offer children ages birth to five who are deaf and hard of hearing, their parents, families, and caregivers the opportunity to have fun and learn in a friendly environment that promotes language, early literacy, and social & emotional development. While implementing a Total Communication (TC)* philosophy, DHH Playgroups welcome everyone to participate in play, songs, arts & crafts, stories, and enjoy the experience of getting together!
DHH Playgroups include, circle time, free play, table activities, and group snack time. Activities are presented using sign and spoken language. This is a great time for families who are just beginning to use sign language to practice their skills. While interacting with their children, parents have the opportunity to learn about hearing loss, discover resources, and support each other through chatting with parents, professionals, and members associated with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities.
DHH Playgroups are open to families who have children with hearing or speech differences, infant to age 5. Family members, including hearing siblings, are welcome.
$25 annual registration fee. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).* Total Communication (TC) is a philosophy of educating children with hearing loss that incorporates all means of communication; formal signs, natural gestures, fingerspelling, body language, listening, lipreading and speech.
Roots-N-Wings (RNW)–
Roots-N-Wings (RNW)Hand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Joleen Hunkins, Educational Interpreter
Register (Admission Fee: $30.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week ROOTS-N-WINGS class will teach children ages 6 through 12 the basic roots of sign language while encouraging them to spread their wings and feel comfortable using the language. Children will learn sign language naturally through games, stories and fun activities highlighted with opportunities to interact with members of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities. SIGN ON today!
RNW class is open to HNH families, special circumstances may apply. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $30.00/PP. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
- Little Listeners
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Little ListenersHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Jenny Geiken, Deaf Educator & Early Intervention Consultant
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477LITTLE LISTENERS is an Early Support Service that assists families in developing a sound foundation for their early listener using auditory/oral communication. Through play, speech and listening activities, children and parents will learn strategies to support listening skills and spoken language development. Parents will have opportunities to share experiences and questions with other families in a supportive environment.
Sessions focus on aural habilitation (developing language, training in listening, and proper use of hearing device) and include small group, hands-on activities, and “talking points”. Little Listeners is designed to support children (18-36 mos.) with hearing and/or speech differences and their families.
Little Listeners is open to the community; cost is $60.00/parent & child. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
Music-N-Motion–
Music-N-MotionHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Instructor: Wendy Kroeber, Music Therapist & Music Together Teacher
Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477MUSIC-N-MOTION is a music & movement class for infants and toddlers…and the grownups who love them! Music, children, and hearing loss? Yes! Music is powerful and participation in musical activities enhances learning by promoting communication skills, listening skills, language skills, cognitive skills, fine and gross motor skills, social and emotional development, and creativity.
Music-N-Motion is open to families who have children with hearing and/or speech differences, ages 6 months to 36 months. Cost is $60.00/parent & child, $20 each additional participant. Minimum enrollment required. Registrations can be made online or complete the registration form and send by mail. Send registration payment by mail or in person (online payment is not accepted).
American Sign Language (ASL) I–
American Sign Language (ASL) IHand-N-Hand Program Center1707 S. Oneida StreetGreen Bay, WI 54304Register (Admission Fee: $60.00)
Contact: Jenny Geiken, jlgeiken@hnhnew.org or 920-737-0477This 10-week class will teach ASL signs frequently used between parents and their young children, and those essential to communicating with the Deaf Community. Individuals will learn family signs, verbs, emotions, and vocabulary used to communicate within the daily routine. Purposeful activities will coach participants on the language and structure of ASL and Deaf Culture.
Class is open to the community. Class size is limited, minimum enrollment required; cost is $60.00/PP. Register by September 10, 2018.
