Welcome to Greater Metro Regional Program for Children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.

The Greater Metro Regional Program (GMRP) is a division of the Nebraska Regional Programs. Our mission is to provide support for the unique educational, socio-emotional, cultural, and transition needs of children who have a hearing differences ages birth through graduation from high school and their families, through cooperative regional planning of interactive activities, organizations, and career explorations that meet or exceed the Nebraska Department of Education standards.

How to join the GMRP: complete the annual health/permission forms so your son or daughter can participate in activities.

Click here for the Important Documents page for the forms.

Virtual Sign Language Classes

The spring virtual sign language class registration information is available now. Classes will start in January 2026. See the "Sign Language Classes" page for additional details and registration.

New Funding Resource Site

Check out the list of funding resources complied by Dr. Tina Childress, AuD. She also has many other resources on her website for parents and students.

Funding Resources by Tina Childress

How many hours do you hear?

Interesting fact: Hearing access is about giving the brain access to language and information from your surroundings. Supporting Success for Students with Hearing Loss did the math for summer loss of language when students don't use their auditory equipment.

****Check out the Student Activities section for information on upcoming activities.****

****Check out the Parent and Professional Opportunities under the "More" or "Parents, Community Professionals" sections for additional offerings.****

2526 Language Mentoring.pdf

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