Community Newsletter
December 7, 2021
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IMPORTANT SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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PB CORNER VLOG
Peter Bailey,
Head of School
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Masks in public spaces and when people cannot maintain social distancing are required. PSD will limit access for any nonessential visitors or volunteers, and cancel activities involving external groups or organizations until further notice. |
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In case you missed it,
please enjoy PSD students' in their two incredibly powerful performances at the 6ABC Thanksgiving Day Parade!
PSD ASL Choir - This is Me (1:35:20)
Youth Choir - What a Wonderful World (1:52:51)
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THANK YOU!
On #GivingTuesday, PSD raised $4,000 - double our goal of $2,000. This funding will support educational programs and our historic campus, including after school programs, classroom technology, early childhood education, school supplies, field trips, and more.
It is an honor and a privilege to work alongside such committed supporters, families, alumni, partners, and neighbors.
Please enjoy #thankyouwednesday, and a peaceful holiday season.
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Introducing Lauren Ridloff,
PSD's 200th Anniversary Gala Special Guest and
the Deaf actress who grabbed a breakthrough role in Marvel Cinematic Universe’s movie Eternals (released on November 5). In the article for Vogue, Ms. Ridloff penned how she unlearned the concept that speech equals power and as a result, reclaimed sign language as her own preferred method of communication. Because of ASL, she found power from within.
We are excited to welcome Ms. Ridloff to our grand gala
celebrationon on Saturday, March 5, 2022!
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PSD Professionals Lend their Expertise & Experience to the CEASD Accreditation Team at the Texas School for the Deaf |
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The Texas School for the Deaf (TSD) welcomed representatives from the Conference of Educational Administrators of Schools and Programs for the Deaf (CEASD) including our very own Valerie Houser, Director of Academic Affairs and Marcia Volpe, retired Director of Special Projects & Professional Development and the former Director of Curriculum & Instruction at PSD. The pair were teamed up with Jeff Bravin, Steve Farmer and Dr. Rosemary Gallegos. The CEASD accreditation team of professionals with in depth experience as administrators in deaf education, were onsite visiting the TSD campus, November 7 - 10, 2021 – for a review that happens every five years.
CEASD is a national organization with accreditation authority for U.S. schools serving students who are deaf and hard of hearing, based on twelve quality standards set to positively affect student performance and show continuous improvement. Read more.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
AND ACTIVITIES
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Join us for an Information Sessions!
General Information Sessions
Admissions 101
Find out more about our undergraduate degree programs, campus life, reduced tuition, access and support services available, and admission requirements. Wednesday, December 8, 7:00 p.m. ET
Click here to register for any of these session
that you would like to attend here.
Flash Topic Sessions
20-minute online sessions held every other week. Get a deep dive without the time commitment!
Audiology Services: Tips and Tidbits
Thursday, December 16 at 7:00 p.m. ET
Click here to register for any of these flash sessions
that you would like to attend here.
P.S. Deaf and hard-of-hearing students who join us for a virtual session can apply to RIT for free!
Rochester Institute of Technology - NTID Office of Admissions - 52 Lomb Memorial Drive - Rochester, NY 14623. 585-475-6700 (voice) - 585-743-1366 (vp) - 866-644-6843 (Toll-free) - ntidadmissions@rit.edu
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SEPTA Travel Survey for
Fall 2021
SEPTA is very interested in hearing from you. Thank you for your interest in SEPTA and public transportation. This innovative approach to customer communications is designed to provide the opportunity to share your views and suggestions on issues relating to our services. Please take a moment to participate in SEPTA Travel Survey for Fall 2021.
The survey will close on Wednesday, December 8, 2021.
Your feedback is essential to helping us improve our services.
Here are the links to the SEPTA Travel Survey:
Thank you for your help and participation!
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HURRICANE IDA ASSISTANCE
DEADLINE EXTENDED:
Individuals affected by Hurricane Ida in Bedford, Northampton, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, Philadelphia, and York counties can apply for assistance Online at DisasterAssistance.gov - Call 1-800-621-3362 or TTY 1-800-462-7585 . Hours: 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. ET, 7 days a week.
The last day to register is Friday, December 10, 2021.
PA Department of Human Services
888-677-1199 (Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 8 PM ET)
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Please register for curbside visits from Santa or to join any of our special events by clicking below!
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS! If you’re interested in being part of a crew of folks who make kids happy
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Deaf Social Group in American Sign Language
January 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Socialize with old friends and meet new friends. Discuss what is happening in the world. Learn about Deaf rights. This is a group for people who wish to interact through American Sign Language. RSVP: gorKhmil@libertyresources.org
267-507-1178 (VP)
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COVID-19, HEALTH,
EMERGENCY & SAFETY RESOURCES
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Deaf Mental Health & Substance Use
Resource Guide
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Department of Public Health
COVID VACCINE INFORMATION
Many clinics will also take walk-ins. COVID vaccines are FREE.
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The National Deaf Center
has a wide range of materials that are great for working with the deaf population. Please visit the website:
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LIHEAP offers heating assistance
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is now open to help families pay their heating bills. Find information to see if you qualify and learn how to apply here.
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Food Services-Fall 2021
City of Philadelphia:
The City of Philadelphia listing of Food Distribution Sites is available online here. MANNA cooks and delivers nutritious meals to neighbors in the Greater Philadelphia area who are battling a serious illness.
More information is available online here:
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Need assistive technology but not sure how you’ll pay for it? That’s our job. We know the funding resources in Pennsylvania better than anyone else, and we’ll work with you until you get what you need. [ Read Who We Are ].
Watch our "About Us" in ASL. https://patf.us/
We're Hiring!
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Consider a gift today to support the important work
we do for our students.
United Way #737
Combined Federal Campaign #87714
Thank You!
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Please forward comments and announcements for posting considerations to:
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