November 2019 e-news

November 2019 E-newsletter

During #Grateful November, We Want to Thank You!

To our sponsors and partners: Working together, we can ensure children with hearing loss get the skills and tools they need to learn to listen and to speak. Thank you for sharing your resources with us.

To our families: We are proud to work with you every day to help your child succeed.

To our staff: Our students' success is a reflection of your expertise, professionalism, and compassion.

To our donors: Your generosity directly impacts our students and changes lives. We appreciate your support and your trust in us.

Our Success Depends on You!

Visionary Voices: Words from Dr. Michele

I just read a fun article by Anna Newell Jones, who writes about living happily with less.

As we celebrate #GratefulNovember, here is a bit I like to share.

Read more here.

Fundraising Corner: Amazon Smile

Remember us when you shop for the holidays! You can donate to us while purchasing gifts for family and friends. Or, you can select something from our wish list and make our days merrier and brighter. See our charity list here .

What is a Facilitated IEP?

According to Principal Wendy Adler, Child's Voice is changing the format of our IEP meetings, moving to a Facilitated IEP format. This will:

Create a more collaborative team approach to developing your child’s IEP by building and improving strong relationships among team members, reaching a true consensus
Focus the IEP content and process on the needs of the student
Emphasize an efficient, guided meeting process where effective communication and reflective listening is practiced.

One parent who recently attended a Facilitated IEP for her children stated: “I liked the display of the agenda and what will be happening during the meeting. As a parent, it is stressful to begin with, especially to hear about their growth and concerns. It was great to hear everyone’s feedback on my boys’ interactions and their growth.”

If you have any questions about the Facilitated IEP process, please call Principal Wendy at (630) 595-8200.

News from Our School Counselor

School Counselor Melissa Hyder works with students through group and individual counseling and classroom lessons to support their social, emotional, academic, and career goals.

In her latest newsletter , Ms. Melissa offers advice to parents about Social-Emotional Learning and dealing with "all the feels." She also documents a project to help our kiddos express themselves.

Impact Report Tells the Story of 2018-2019

Before next year begins, read about our last year. The 2018-2019 Impact Report features stories from families, community members, alumni, and more.

Click here for a list of those who supported us in 2018-2019.

A Winter Reminder!

Please remember the students will be going outside everyday as long as the weather is 20 degrees or above (with the wind chill). Please send in boots, snow pants, hats and mittens. And make sure you label them!

Upcoming Child's Voice Events

Parents, remember that you are always welcome to attend our Parent Association meetings that occur a half hour before Pizza Lunch! We’d love everyone’s help. This is a great way to get involved with Child’s Voice and to fulfill your parent commitment!

Winter Festival

December 20, 2019

9:30 a.m.

Child's Voice

You cannot miss this kiddo singing and dancing holiday extravaganza!

Alumni Winter Potluck

January 4, 2020

Watch for more information.

MED-EL Parent Education Series

This series will return in March.

Watch for more information.

Are You Following Us?

Be sure you're following our social media sites to see the latest news, photos and fun updates from Child's Voice, including updates on our programs and wonderful photos of our students!