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Saturday Program Welcome Letter
Dear Friends:
The Saturday Program for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children & Teens is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year.
The program is for young people ages 5-20 who are enrolled in city or suburban schools and who are deaf, hard of hearing, of a child of a deaf adult. There is also a support group with speakers and activities for parents. The program meets two Saturdays per month from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Participants are divided into groups by age and school grade so that they can make friends in the program and be involved in appropriate activities. The program is free of charge, but parents are responsible for transportation to and from the program. Teens with permission may travel on their own. Children must bring lunch from home. Teens can bring lunch from home or money to purchase lunch; however, lunch from home is mandatory on trip days.
Children participate in a variety of activities including arts & crafts, cooking, games, and educational workshops. Teens are involved with peer intervention workshops, dance lessons, sports, and community service projects. One Saturday each month, children and teens enjoy field trips to cultural and recreational activities, including bowling, miniature-golf, apple picking, ASL interpreted theater performances, museum visits, and sporting events. While staff members coach and encourage participants in every activity, there is an expectation that all participants will be able to follow the rules for their program and age group.
Our staff includes deaf and hearing individuals experienced in working with deaf young people. They are proficient in American Sign Language and spoken English. Each child’s mode of communication is celebrated and recognized here.
If you have any questions please feel free to email Jaime Merola JMerola@childrensaidnyc.org or Cassandra Worko CWorko@childrensaidsnyc.org If you are interested in enrolling your child please complete the attached application form and student’s health record and return to us.
Newcomers to the program may be interviewed by a senior staff member or participate on a trial basis for one or two sessions to ensure a good fit. We look forward to seeing you at the Saturday Program.
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ASL Tours - The Bruce Museum
Read MoreBlanche Lazzell: Becoming an American ModernistSaturday, March 8, or March 15 2025, 1:00–2:00 pmMembers of the D/deaf, Hard of Hearing, and ASL student communities are invited to experience Blanche Lazzell: Becoming an American Modernist, the artist’s first monographic exhibition in nearly two decades, on a special tour led by a Museum Educator and an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter.Registration is required so please email auka@brucemuseum.org or call (203) 413-7537 to reserve your spot. Generous support provided by Art Bridges. -
Resources to Support Spanish-speaking Families of Deaf Students
Read MoreCreciendo en Comunidad: Learning Together🗓️ Febrero 26, 2025 | February 26, 2025⌚ 7-8:30 PM (ET)💻 Evento en vivo por Zoom | Zoom live event
This event will share valuable resources for Spanish-speaking families with deaf or hard of hearing children.
It is a 1.5-hour session featuring a documentary screening, a brief presentation, engaging discussions by the panelists, and a Q&A session. Click here to register.The session will be accessible via ASL, English/Spanish interpreting, and closed captions. -
Deaf Town Hall with the Mayor's Office and MTA - Feb 26
Read MoreOn February 26th, 2025 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm, join the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD) and The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) for an informative presentation and discussion on topics including, accessibility, congestion pricing, OMNY Reduced Fare Cards, and other relevant issues. Register now to participate and learn more!Register here to attend. -
Kids Week at the Intrepid with Free ASL Days
Read MoreASL Interpretation At Intrepid Museum Kids Week
Sunday, February 16, Wednesday, February 19 & Saturday, February 22 | 10:00am – 5:00pm ETFamilies and individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing are invited to attend Intrepid Museum Kids Week for free on February 16, 19 and 22! American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be provided for demonstrations, workshops and performances throughout each day. Advanced registration is required.American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be available for demonstrations, featured speakers, and performances.
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Making Games More Accessible for Deaf Children
Bridge Multimedia and PBS KIDS are inviting families to share feedback on games as they strive to increase accessibility for Deaf children and understand what makes them fun for you!Read More
TO PARTICIPATE OR LEARN MORE: For more information contact Wendy Sapp, PhD, at wsapp@bridgemultimedia.com or go to the registration link to sign up to participate.
** Please note the Lexington School for the Deaf is not involved in the project and has no position on whether the families should or should not participate. -
MOMA Family Festival with ASL Days
Read MoreMoMA Family Festival: Another World
Spaces to play, create, and dream
For children ages 2–17 and their familiesFebruary 15–19, 2025
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
With hands-on workshops, family films, and creative gallery activities, children can unleash their imaginations to create, play, and dream. Enjoy family-friendly dining, special shopping discounts, and unforgettable art adventures! Each festival day will offer two opportunities for ASL translation of the short film programs. Learn more.
ASL interpreters will be onsite from 10:00-4:00 p.m. on Monday, February 17. You may also request ASL interpretation services for your visit on other festival days.Read more to get ticket information.
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Join the Saturday Program for Deaf and HH Children
Read MoreThe Saturday Program for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children & Teens (ages 5-20) is now accepting applications! -
Food Pantry Information for Families
Plentiful is a free, easy-to-use reservation system for NYC food pantries and the people they serve. Families can use Plentiful to find pantries and get the food they need, without waiting in line. Click here to go to the Plentiful website: https://plentifulapp.com/Read More
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