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If a child is academically successful, or has straight A’s, can they still be found eligible for a Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) program?

What resources are there for emergency preparedness for students who are DHH? How does a school handle safety concerns when they are away from communication sources (e.g., in the bathroom, in the hallway, etc.)?

Who is responsible for ensuring that a student’s hearing assistive technology (HAT) is working properly?

Which ASL dictionary is recommended for everyday use and state assessments?

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Accommodations, Supplementary Aids/Services

What resources are there for emergency preparedness for students who are DHH? How does a school handle safety concerns when they are away from communication sources (e.g., in the bathroom, in the hallway, etc.)?

Who is responsible for ensuring that a student’s hearing assistive technology (HAT) is working properly?

Which ASL dictionary is recommended for everyday use and state assessments?

What accommodations are available to make a foreign language class accessible for students who are DHH?

Is there a timeline for replacement of amplification equipment?

Are school districts responsible for mapping (or programming) a student’s cochlear implant?

Do I have to use the microphone?

Is the school responsible for replacing hearing aid batteries, batteries for FMs, etc?

Can a student who is DHH take their school-provided hearing assistive technology (e.g., FM system, hearing aids, etc.) home?

Are there financial assistance programs for families to help with purchasing home hearing assistive technology (HAT)?

Can students who are DHH access or be assessed via i-Ready? What are the alternatives to inaccessible assessments?

Where can I find ASL stories and other ASL media?

Educational Policy, Placement, and Procedures

If a child is academically successful, or has straight A’s, can they still be found eligible for a Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) program?

What is the least restrictive environment (LRE) for students who are deaf/hard of hearing?

Are schools required to provide an interpreter for extracurricular activities?

What is “Placement” and what are placement options for students who are DHH?

Who decides the student’s placement?

Are there resources to help me study for the Deaf or Hard of Hearing K-12 Certification Florida Teacher Certification Exam (FTCE)?

Specially Designed Instruction

What are some resources for explaining puberty to a child who is deaf/hard of hearing?

What accommodations are available to make a foreign language class accessible for students who are DHH?

If a child is academically successful, or has straight A’s, can they still be found eligible for a Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) program?

Working with Other Service Providers and Families

What resources are there for emergency preparedness for students who are DHH? How does a school handle safety concerns when they are away from communication sources (e.g., in the bathroom, in the hallway, etc.)?

What accommodations are available to make a foreign language class accessible for students who are DHH?

Are there financial assistance programs for families to help with purchasing home hearing assistive technology (HAT)?

Where can I find a list of certified Listening and Spoken Language Specialists (LSLS) in Florida?

What scholarships are available for students who are deaf/hard of hearing? (opens in new window/tab)

What summer camp options are there for children who are deaf/hard of hearing? (opens in new window/tab)

Where can I find ASL stories and other ASL media?

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