Community Newsletter
August 22, 2022
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IMPORTANT SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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Peter Bailey,
Head of School
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Update from PSD as of January 18, 2022
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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Family Conference Welcomed Families from Multiple States
July 16, 2022
Thank you to everyone who helped make the Family Resource Center’s first annual family conference a success! On July 16th, the first family conference at PSD’s campus was open to any families with deaf or hard of hearing children. The theme of Raising a Deaf or Hard of Hearing Child: Planting Seeds for Success was presented by Germaine Graham and Dr. Rashaun Davis. We welcomed families from Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey and even Massachusetts! The program included workshops for families and caregivers, supervised activities for Deaf and hard of hearing children and their siblings, lunch and a performance by Sunshine 2.0, a professional traveling theater troupe based at Rochester Institute of Technology’s National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID).
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A Day at the Academy of Natural Sciences
July 30, 2022
The Family Resource Center was honored to collaborate with the Academy of Natural Sciences at Drexel University to host a Family Day at the museum. The event was again open to all families with deaf/hard of hearing children, including PSD families, and offered a truly special way for families to network and connect with one another! The Family Resource Center provided discounted tickets for community families and free tickets for PSD families, ASL interpreters and an ASL accessible museum map for the visitors, which families could scan with their smartphones to open up videos with ASL signs/phrases they could use throughout the museum! There was also an informal social during lunchtime.
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Yes, Please Touch! - August 13, 2022
The Family Resource Center at PSD partnered with the Please Teach Museum to host a fun day for families with Deaf and hard of hearing children! We were so excited to welcome 70 children and family members to enjoy a day at the museum with a special map consisting of ASL videos and QR codes for exhibits, guided tours in ASL with interpreters, and ASL story time! Thank you to everyone for making this a rich, valuable, and fun experience. We can't wait for our students to return in September and share what they have learned!
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Congratulations DHCC on
50th Anniversary!
PSD was honored to co-sponsor DHCC's golden anniversary Good Vibrations event on Saturday, July 23rd at the Variety Club in Worcester, PA. We had big fun, even with the heat, and are so proud of our partnership with DHCC!
Congratulations to Executive Director Neil McDevitt and the incredibly devoted board, staff, interpreters and collaborators on this momenteous milestone, and many, many thanks for the vital services DHCC provides every day to the Deaf, hard of hearing, DeafBlind and hearing communities!
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Philadelphia Youth Network Summer Program Partnership Spurs Student Entrepreneurs!
Thanks to PSD's partnership with the Philadelphia Youth Network, our students have formed a bath bomb enterprise while they practice teamwork, gain work-readiness skills, and develop an entrepreneurial mindset! Check out some of our students as they explore building a small business from the ground up.
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The bath bombs were created in a variety of fragrances: coconut, vanilla, tangerine, lavender, and more. The colorful beautifully packaged toiletries were sold in small, medium and large sizes...... awwwww, let's learn, earn and relax! Big congrats to the entire Transition Team!
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PSD is hiring!
We are currently seeking staff to join our dynamic team. At PSD, you will never stop growing. Plus, you simply cannot beat Philadelphia's culture and community?
Please apply:
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PSD WALK TEAMS!
Come Join Us!
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JOIN
TEAM PSD 2022
Pennsylvania Walk4Hearing
Sunday, October 16, 2022
The Navy Yard
4747 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA. 19112
Have fun and help raise funds to support
PSD family engagement programs!
As an Alliance Sponsor, 40% of what is rasied comes right
back to PSD to support families!
FREE registration, FREE parking
- Select Pennsylvania Walk - October 16
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Enter Team PSD 2022
- Select individual registration & record your fundraising goal
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JOIN
TEAM PSD NPFH 2022
for
The Walk Against Hate
Sunday, October 23, 2022
at the Philadelphia Navy Yard
4747 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia PA 19112
As an official NO PLACE FOR HATE school, join our efforts to combat bias and bullying, increase appreciation for diversity and build communities of respect.
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Join the PSD Community
as a Volunteer!
The PSD Volunteer Program is ready to welcome new and re-connect with previous volunteers! Join or re-join our team to support the programs and activities of the school. Volunteer opportunities include support in classrooms (pre school through high school), in student service departments (speech, physical therapy, etc.), the library, Family Resource Center, special projects, community events, and more. Applications and PA State clearances are required. Flexible schedules. American Sign Language (ASL) skills a plus!
Contact Karen Leslie-Henry, Manager of Community Relations at klesliehenry@psd.org for more information and to request an application.
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Stay tuned with the PSD community.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
AND ACTIVITIES
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August Newsletter
Liberty Lite in ASL click Here
Access Passcode: 6K.$zbJc
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From: Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick
I am working as a casting consultant with NBC's New Amsterdam seeking a D/deaf/HoH talent for the role of JAEL (can play 6-8 years old, all genders.)
It shoots in NYC in September. Casting is open to talent based anywhere in the US. No acting experience needed! I encourage all talent interested to submit. Anyone who is a fit-please have the guardian email me ASAP (by no later than Wednesday 8/24 but the sooner the better so talent has ample time to submit an audition tape!)
(also here via phone, text or calls, for any questions: 561-723-4801 is my cell )
Please have them share:
TALENT'S FIRST NAME & LAST NAME:
TALENT'S DOB:
NAME:
GUARDIAN'S EMAIL ADDRESS:
GUARDIAN'S CELL PHONE NUMBER:
ARE YOU REPRESENTED BY A TALENT REP (Yes/No, if Yes, please share who):
**A photo and any other details about talent are always welcome but not a must.
Here to answer any questions you or any parents etc may have!
Thanks so much!
Danielle
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Interested in learning scuba diving?? Have questions? Feel free to DM me or call the Scuba World at 302-697-2882. It will be one of your best lifetime experiences! We have 2 open water certification classes using ASL (end of August and September). If the dates do not work for you, please do let me know and we will have more offerings in near future. Several epic facts that all divers should know: 1. Sharks ARE friendly beasts. 2. Ocean is the last frontier. 3. Water absorbs light. 4. Recreational diving is limited to 130 feet. 5. Soon, ocean will contain plastic more than fish.
August 19, 26, 27, 28
September 15, 22, 24, 25
SCUBA World Inc Aqua Hands, LLC PADI
Mindi Failing
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Hamilton Relay, the contracted service provider of Pennsylvania Relay and Captioned Telephone Relay Service, is candidates for the Hamilton Relay 2022 Deaf Community Leader Award. We are looking for individuals who are Deaf or DeafBlind and who have been a positive influence in Pennsylvania, demonstrating commitment to volunteerism, leadership, advocacy and enhancing the lives of those in the Deaf community. The award will be presented during Deaf Awareness Week in September.
Is there someone you wish to nominate for 2022? Please complete this questionnaire which will provide information about your candidate, including a brief description about the individual and what they have done to contribute to their community. Nominations are due August 26th.
Hamilton Relay Deaf Community Leader Award recipients from previous years include:
- Christina Derhammer (2020)
- Janet Parker (2018)
- Angela Lundy (2017)
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Sharing that the performances that will have ASL interpreters at the National Folk Festival, August 26-28 in Salisbury.
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- U.S. Access Board to visit Philadelphia
In September, the U.S. Access Board will be visiting Philadelphia and offering a full line up of events in partnership with the City of Philadelphia and other community organizations. A Town Hall will be held at Liberty Resources on September 14, 2022 followed by a networking event. Register here for the Town Hall and other sessions being held September 1-14, 2022! Space is limited!
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SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 |
8 - 9:30 pm (ET)
Instructor: Hilary Ainbender
Online via Zoom | $25*
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The PA Advisory Council for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing meetings are being held on location and virtually using Zoom.
September 14, 2022 at 9:00am
If you would like to attend, please review the meeting information below. The link you receive is individual to each registrant.
Registration is required to ensure security protocols are followed. Once you have completed registration, you will receive a confirmation of registration with the meeting link. A laptop, or computer, is strongly encouraged to attend this meeting for best communication access.
If you wish to speak via public time, you will be asked during registration for your name and topic. Should you have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to ODHH.
Contact ODHH:
717-783-4912 v/tty - 717-831-1928 videophone
email: ra-li-ovr-odhh@pa.gov
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Blindness and Diabetes Webinar:
Dexcom vs. Freestyle Libre
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 at 12:00 PM ET
Please join Accessible Pharmacy Services for the Blind and University of Pennsylvania's Diabetes Education Center as we compare Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) devices available to our blind, DeafBlind, and low vision patients living with diabetes. We will be discussing differences between Dexcom and Freestyle Libre as well as their accessibility features.
This webinar will have captioning and a live ASL interpreter.
If you are unable to attend, please register to receive the webinar audio and video via email.
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- ASL Interpretation in PDPH Briefings- Please subscribe for regular
- Extreme Heat Webinar- PDPH has put together this webinar on how to prepare
yourself, what to look out for, and other information on Extreme Heat. ASL is
We need to hear from you to help Philadelphia become a more inclusive
city for all people with disabilities. We are looking for feedback from
members of the disability community who live in Philadelphia and can
take a few minutes to share about their experiences. Make your voice
heard in this important survey and help determine the actions that need
to be taken to build a more inclusive Philadelphia.
The survey is anonymous, takes less than 10 minutes
meetings, events, announcements directly related to the Mayor’s
Commission on People with Disabilities.
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Connect with Tech
gives free tablets and tech support to people who have trouble getting technology and health care services.
Do you live in Pennsylvania and need a computer or tablet? You might be able to get a free tablet. CLICK HERE for more information or call 215-204-0101.
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Philly families
can check out this list of
this month.
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EMERGENCY & SAFETY RESOURCES
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The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) is excited to announce the second annual publication of the Resource Guide for Supporting Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing Individuals.
This Guide can be found at:
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Get connected to our most-requested resources for housing,
utilities, food, employment and expenses, health, and mental health.
View the full list of our resources for PA on our search page.
To get help from a resource navigator, text your zip code to 898-211 or dial 211.
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Philadelphia Police Department ADA Registration form
Individuals with a disability or medical condition may need accommodations from emergency responders. To prepare for an emergency, you can tell the Philadelphia Police Department about members of your household who might need extra help.
You should update and resubmit your information for the 911 program every two years. The form can be turned in to your local police district.
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Text-to-911
Text-to-911 is a service that allows the public to send a text message to 911. Just as in a voice call, the 911 telecommunicator will continue to ask more questions about your emergency – confirming your location, the people involved, and any other details that are important to responders. Typing questions and answers back and forth with a 911 telecommunicator takes a considerable amount of time, so please be patient and be as clear and concise as possible with your answers. For this reason, a voice call is preferred.
For more information on how to useText-to-911 click here
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Call the City’s 24-hour Violence Prevention Hotline
Philadelphians can now dial 2-1-1 to get access to resources and services for violence prevention in the city 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.
To use the hotline, callers can dial “2-1-1” to be directed to a
2-1-1 main menu. Callers should then press “3” to be put in touch with a Resource Navigator. This Resource Navigator quickly gathers information from the caller to refer or connect the caller to the resources they need.
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Trolley Modernization Survey
Riders of SEPTA’s eight trolley lines are being encouraged to take a survey to help determine the course of a $1.85 billion overhaul.
The authority is in the early stages of its “Trolley Modernization” project, a multi-year effort to replace trolley vehicles, improve accessibility, update stops and speed up service. Some lines may also be extended.
New trolley stations will be larger than existing stops, and participants in the online questionnaire are asked their opinions. Share your thoughts at the link above.
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HANDS UP PRODUCTIONS
Providing high quality theatre interpreting in the Greater Philadelphia area since 2007.
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DeafCAN! provides services to Deaf, DeafBlind, Late-Deafened, Hard of Hearing individuals and their families living in Southeastern PA. |
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Consider a gift today to support the important work
we do for our students.
United Way #737
Thank You!
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Content Disclaimer
The information contained in the e-newsletter is for general information purposes only. The information is provided by Pennsylvania School for the Deaf and while we endeavor to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the newsletter or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the e-newsletter for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this e-newsletter. Through this e-newsletter you are able to link to other websites that are not under the control of PSD. We have no control over the nature, content and availability of those sites. The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them.
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