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KSD Outreach Support Services
Supports are available to districts and families of Kentucky students with all levels of hearing loss. The following list describes most of the supports that the KSD Outreach team is able to provide.
Communication/ Language Needs Assessment & Resource
Regular Consultation with teachers who have students with a hearing loss
Professional Development for Teachers
Program Development
Expanded Core Curriculum for Students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Parent Education on issues related to hearing loss
Behavior Observations
Functional Listening Assessment for students
Acoustic Evaluation for a variety of school environments
Assistive Technology Resources
FM/DM System Assistance/Troubleshooting
Attend ARC Meetings
Assistance with IEP goals
Research and Information on new trends and technology
Transition planning and assistance
Personal Future Planning
Hearing Aids/Cochlear Implants
Enhanced Learning Opportunities through Regional Student Events
Auditory Training/Listening Skills Resources
Specialized Materials for Loan
Mentoring for Interpreters
Techniques/Accommodations for Students who are Oral and do not use sign language
Sign Language Instruction
Self-Advocacy training for students
Personnel Recruitment
KSD Outreach Teacher Mentoring
KSD Outreach consultants are available to support teachers of the Deaf and hard of hearing in new skill development and ongoing growth through our Teacher Mentoring Program. This mentorship support can assist teachers as they learn to navigate and understand the special education process (ARC meetings, Eligibility, RTI, Individual Education Programs) as well as the following:
Assessment Tools
Caseload Management
Classroom Management (behavior and curriculum modification)
Data Collection & Analysis
Instructional Resources & Demonstration
Mentoring is available to certified teachers of the deaf and hard of hearing for up to one academic year. Requests may be made by the teacher or an administrator using the KSDO Request for Services Form. Support will be scheduled as mutually agreed upon or requested by the district administrator and may be provided both in-person and remotely.
KSD Outreach consultants/staff are considered employees of the state educational agency (KDE) and are covered under the FERPA exemption contained in 34 C.F.R. Part 99.31. Therefore, parental consent is not necessary for the consultant to review records, evaluate a student's program, and/or provide technical support.