Deaf and Hard of Hearing Support

The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Support Program offers assistance to any student with deafness or hearing impairment. Deaf and Hard of Hearing Support service provides students with a mild to profound hearing impairment with an education to develop optimum communication skills through sequential language acquisition and academic support.

Level of Support

Students may receive full-time, supplemental, or itinerant support services, depending on need. All programs are individualized based on student need. Students will be provided with all necessary supports to assist them to access the curriculum successfully.

Communication Plan

The Total Communication approach provides the foundation for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Support Program. Sign language, oral communication, speech reading, and auditory training are utilized in all classrooms. These are essential links for the students’ success within the general education curriculum, as well as social interaction with peers and adults. The teams work with families to develop the Communication Plan incorporating the major mode of communication for each student. North Allegheny providers, in conjunction with the Allegheny Intermediate Unit, monitor the assistive technology available to students in this program and explore options for emerging technology.

Interpreters and Audiological Services

Interpreters and audiological services continue to be provided as needed for all students in the program under contract with the Allegheny Intermediate Unit.

Supports

Students may receive supports including FM amplification, sign language interpreters, speech/language support, and/or other accommodations. Other support services can be provided based on student need.

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