A Publication of Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech | July 2021
Celebrating Clarke Students Moving Up and Moving On:
Graduation Photo Galleries
Find details about upcoming commencement ceremonies at clarkeschools.org/events.
Latest News:
Facilitating Success for Students With Hearing Loss in Mainstream Schools
Over the past decade, there has been a significant increase in the number of children who are deaf or hard of hearing entering mainstream schools by kindergarten—sometimes even earlier. Judy Sexton, Clarke’s chief program officer, was recently published in DA District Administration and shares best practices for facilitating success for students with hearing loss using listening and spoken language in mainstream schools.

Clarke Leaders Featured in Equity and Access PreK-12
The May-June 2021 issue features Judy Sexton, Clarke’s chief program officer, as one of 20 women who are leading the education industry (page 52). The digital magazine also includes an article about the college search process for students who are deaf or hard of hearing by Claire Troiano, director of Mainstream Services and K-8 Program educational administrator at Clarke Northampton (pages 70-73).
  • Clarke's New Website is Live: This redesigned, modern site is mobile-friendly and accessible with the same URL, clarkeschools.org. Visitors can easily request services, refer a child or make a donation, as well as view inspiring content in our video and story galleries.

  • Clarke's Hear Me Out Blog: Heather Stinson, Clarke itinerant teacher of the deaf, shares what to look for when considering if a child needs extended school year support (ESY).
Upcoming Happenings
Clarke is pleased to share these upcoming happenings for students, families, alums and professionals!
Clarke Peloton Challenge: Save the Date (September 26)
Join us for a virtual Peloton ride and fundraising challenge benefitting Clarke students and families on September 26!

Don't have a Peloton bike? No problem! Join us on any stationary bike from your home or gym using the Peloton app with the hashtag, #PelotonforClarke.
  • Save the Date! Good Laughs for a Good Cause: The second annual Tammy Jacobson-Landon "I Can Hear You Now" Comedy Fundraiser will take place on September 24, 2021 in West Springfield, MA. This adults-only event, held by her family, honors the late Ms. Jacobson-Landon, an inspiring member of the Clarke team.

  • Kilwins Ice Cream Run: Save the date for the COOLEST event in Northeast Florida on Saturday, March 26, 2022!
Advancing Clarke
The Bright Spot: Uplifting Stories from Our Community
Meet current and former students and read their stories.
What does #LSLSuccess sound like?
Hear for yourself from Clarke preschool students.
Clarke Voices
“Danny has improved so much. He was almost non-verbal and unintelligible when he started at Clarke. Clarke has given him a voice and now he talks and sings all the time.”  


—Alexandria, mother of a recent Clarke graduate
We close each issue of Clarke Connection with a special quote from a member of the Clarke community. To become the next featured Clarke Voice, send your quote to communications@clarkeschools.org 
Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. As an IRS qualified charity, gifts to Clarke are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Our Work. Our Reach. Your Role: New and increased donations will go even further thanks to a partial matching grant from a generous funder.

Since 1867, Clarke has provided children who are deaf or hard of hearing with the education needed to succeed in a hearing world. Clarke has evolved to best meet the needs of children and families today though our infant-toddler, virtual tVISIT, preschool, K-8, mainstream and summer programs, as well as through our hearing center, comprehensive educational evaluations and research and professional development.

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