September Monthly Update
Important! Save the Date: November 13
Please save this date for a Deafblind TA Network Engagement meeting for state deafblind projects: November 13, 2 to 3:30 p.m. ET. The Network Engagement Committee is currently working on the meeting topic. Registration and additional details will be sent via email soon.
Usher Coalition Spanish Language Resources
The Usher Syndrome Coalition has a webpage with resources in Spanish: Recursos en Español. The page includes information on Usher Syndrome, sign language, and deafblindness.
New PLC: Child Count Data
This PLC will meet monthly to support new and experienced project personnel who would like to collaborate and use the Identification and Referral Self-Assessment Guide and their state’s child count data to build an action plan to increase their state’s identification, referral, and child count efforts. Emma Fricke and Carlie Rhoads will facilitate. Following the completion of the Self-Assessment Guide, the group will identify next steps. If you are interested in participating, please contact Emma Fricke, Identification and Referral Initiative lead, at efricke@helenkeller.org.
reSources Issue on IEPs
The most recent issue of reSources from California Deafblind Services focuses on individualized education plans (IEPs). Included are articles on developing IEP goals for learners who are deafblind, practical tips for families when participating in IEP meetings, student participation, and more.
Professional Development Modules Mailing List
Would you like to receive updates on the Teaching Children Who Are Deafblind: Professional Development for Educators series? Subscribe to our mailing list to receive occasional updates and user tips.
New Journal Articles
If you need assistance accessing any of these articles, contact support@nationaldb.org.
Axelsson, A. K. et al. (2024). Strategies to facilitate social interaction with adults with congenital deafblindness: Communication partner’s perceptions. International Journal of Disability, Development and Education, 1-17.
Caron, V., Lieberman, L., Beach, P., & Conroy, P. (2024). Experiences and perspectives of individuals involved in Camp Abilities: A scoping review. British Journal of Visual Impairment, 02646196241261635.
Demchak, M., & Sutter, C. (2024). Using constant time delay to teach sight words to students identified as deafblind. Journal of Behavioral Education. Accepted: 1 September 2024.
Rajasingam, S. et al. (2024). The barriers to and facilitators of academic and social success for deafblind children and young people: A scoping review. British Journal of Special Education, 51, 332–346.
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