Upcoming Offerings from Iowa School for the Deaf

Upcoming Activities

Educators • Families • Students

Introducing a guide to monthly activities and events for students who are deaf or hard of hearing, their families and educators. Save these dates for classes, activities and cultural experiences created just for you! Please share with others who might benefit from this email's content.

September & October 2023

Thursday, Sept. 7, 6 – 7 p.m.

New! In-person Family ASL Storytime

All area families who have children who are deaf or hard-of-hearing are welcome! Non-ISD families are welcome.

No registration necessary. Held at the ISD Elementary Library.

Questions about Storytime?

Sept. 8 – 29

Registration open for American Sign Language classes held virtually via Zoom. Free; must be eligible. Classes will be held Oct. 16 - Dec. 4.

Virtual ASL Classes

Mondays, Sept. 11 & 25; Oct. 9 & 30

New! In-person American Sign Language classes featuring a weekly theme. Offered to families of ISD and others in the local area who have children who are deaf or hard of hearing. Non-ISD families are welcome; however, space is limited and ISD families will be prioritized. Please register to reserve your seat.

Classes are held Mondays, 6-7 p.m. on ISD's campus.

In-person ASL Classes

Thursdays, Sept. 14 & 21

Family Resources Workshop, in-person and via Zoom

Theme: Language Acquisition and Development

For families and educators of school-age children who are deaf or hard of hearing. Non-ISD families and educators are welcome! Interpreters provided. Free; registration required.

6-7:30 p.m., In-person and virtually

Family Resources Workshop

Friday & Saturday, Oct. 13 –14

Iowa School for the Deaf Homecoming

Homecoming is a big deal at Iowa School for the Deaf! With volleyball tournaments, football game, Hall of Fame celebrations, concessions and so much Bobcat spirit, it's no wonder so many alums, family and friends attend this annual celebration! All are welcome. Admission may be charged for some events.

Homecoming Details

Family Fall Fun Activity

Date and details to be determined in September or October

For area students who are deaf or hard of hearing and their families, and ISD families. Watch Facebook for details or contact us to receive information when available.

Sports

The public is always welcome at home sporting events! Admission fee may be charged.

Sports & Activities Calendar

Save the Dates

More information about these upcoming events will be emailed in October.

Can't wait? Email the organizers through the "contact us" links.

Nov. 2 and 9: Family Resources Workshop

Reading with Your Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing Child

6-7:30 p.m.

Workshop details

Saturday, Nov. 4: Explore ASL

Central Iowa location to be determined

It's our annual celebration of American Sign Language! Be among the estimated 300 students, educators, interpreters, family members and other Iowans who will enjoy this day of ASL discovery and learning. Watch for details.

Visit our NEW website!

Nov. 10 – Dec. 8

Registration open for American Sign Language classes via Zoom. Classes to be held Jan. 8 - Feb. 26. Free; must be eligible.

Saturday, Nov. 11: Bobcat Boutique

Council Bluffs Campus Lied Multipurpose Complex

Get a jump on your holiday shopping and help the Class of '26 at the same time! You can be a vendor or a shopper at this annual event. Wide variety of items are for sale- from handmade crafts and baked goods to special orders,

Nov. 13: In-person American Sign Language Classes

Theme: Holidays, time and months

In-person class details

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