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Students who are deafblind have combined vision and hearing disabilities which require specific instructional strategies that address their unique support needs. In combination, the impact of these conditions, with or without additional disabilities, is educationally significant. This includes students with conditions that put them at risk for future combined vision and hearing disabilities. Families and school teams of students who are deafblind are encouraged to explore the resources on this website, and reach out to their regional DeafBlind Project Consultants (link to DeafBlind Project consultants list) with questions and support needs.

Resources

APR: Is a Career as a Teacher of the Deaf (ToD) Right for You? APR: Is a Career as a Teacher of the Deaf (ToD) Right for You? In alignment with Pennsylvania’s dedication to Attracting, Preparing, and Retaining practitioners in education, specifically in special education, this publication was developed for those interested in learning more or pursuing a career as a Teacher of the Deaf, a certified teacher who provides educational services and supports to students who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Click here to learn more about Pennsylvania's APR initiative. 
APR: Is a Career as an Educational Audiologist Right for You? APR: Is a Career as an Educational Audiologist Right for You? In alignment with Pennsylvania’s dedication to Attracting, Preparing, and Retaining practitioners in education, specifically in special education, this publication was developed for those interested in learning more or pursuing a career as an Educational Audiologist. An educational audiologist provides hearing services to students and are trained to diagnose, manage, and treat hearing and balance problems. 

Click here to learn more about Pennsylvania's APR initiative. 
APR: Is a Career as an Educational Interpreter Right for You? APR: Is a Career as an Educational Interpreter Right for You? In alignment with Pennsylvania’s dedication to Attracting, Preparing, and Retaining practitioners in education, specifically in special education, this publication was developed for those interested in learning more or pursuing a career as an Educational Interpreter. An educational interpreter uses sign language and spoken language to provide communication access for a student who is deaf or hard of hearing, in their educational setting. 

Click here to learn more about Pennsylvania's APR initiative. 
Communication Considerations for Children Who Are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or Deaf-Blind Communication Considerations for Children Who Are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or Deaf-Blind This brochure discusses communication options and supports that are key to the success of a child who is deaf, hard of hearing, or deaf-blind. It also emphasizes the role of the parent on the child's team and suggests resources for guidance and parental support.
Hearing Accessibility: Event Planning Checklist Hearing Accessibility: Event Planning Checklist All meetings and training events, live or virtual, must have captions and use microphones for auditory information. This checklist will help you ensure hearing accessibility when planning your live and virtual events.
Students Who Are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or Deaf-Blind: Safety Checklist for IEP Teams Students Who Are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or Deaf-Blind: Safety Checklist for IEP Teams This list is intended to guide discussions to determine needs and supports for students who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deaf-blind during emergency situations.
Teachers' Desk Reference: Deaf-Blindness Teachers' Desk Reference: Deaf-Blindness

This issue of Teachers' Desk Reference focuses on what teachers need to know about educating students with deaf-blindness in the general education classroom, including the impact of deaf-blindness on a student's learning and best practices in programs for students with deaf-blindness.


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The Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Project Brochure The Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Project Brochure This brochure provides information about deaf-blindness and the Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Project. Through PaTTAN, the Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Project offers a variety of training, technical assistance, and resources to assist educators and families in the areas of assessment, instruction, and family involvement activities.
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Consultants

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Molly Black PaTTAN - EAST
Jennifer Edgar PaTTAN - EAST
Sue Ann Houser PaTTAN - CENTRAL
Patti McGowan PaTTAN - EAST
Gregory Lazur PaTTAN - WEST
Jennifer Craig PaTTAN - WEST
Tara Kelly PaTTAN - EAST
Gregory Gerhart PaTTAN - CENTRAL
Tammy Bertel PaTTAN - EAST
Tim Knight PaTTAN - WEST