Outreach & Early Childhood at Louisiana School for the Deaf

03/04/2026

🍀 Lucky Little Learners with GOLD – March Family Meetups! 🍀

The GOLD program is bringing families together across Louisiana this March for playtime, connection, and community! Bring your little ones, meet other families, and enjoy a relaxed meetup in your area.

🌈 Baton Rouge – March 12 | 9–11
🌈 New Orleans – March 18 | 1:30–3
🌈 West Monroe – March 19 | 10–12
🌈 Lafayette – March 20 | 10–12

✨ Casual, family-friendly, and full of fun
✨ A great chance for GOLD families to connect

👇 Tell us in the comments:
Which city are you coming from?

💚 Tag a friend who should bring their kiddos!
📌 Save this post so you don’t miss your local meetup.

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12/01/2025

Doing anything special this Friday? Let's get together via zoom! Register today at tinyurl.com/goldworkshops

December is soon upon us, so grab your cocoa and join our upcoming workshop featuring speech therapist Gretchen Badon and Outreach Teacher Ms. Shannon DiMarco on December 5th!

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11/19/2025

December is soon upon us, so grab your cocoa and join our upcoming workshop featuring speech therapist Gretchen Badon and Outreach Teacher Ms. Shannon DiMarco on December 5th!

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11/14/2025

Wow, what a week it's been! Some of our GOLD families really took the time to stop and have some fun at the park! If you missed these events don't worry...we have some more events coming up you won't want to miss! Check out our page for more details and fun activities coming up this month across the state!
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11/13/2025

TOMORROW'S THE DAY! IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER!

Ever wondered how hearing tests work and what they can tell us?

Join Leigh Anne Norman, Audiologist, and Cheryl Glass, GOLD Teacher, as they break down the process...from why early hearing testing matters to what different types of tests reveal about a child’s hearing and communication access.

Understanding the “how” and “why” behind hearing tests helps families and educators better support every child’s language development.

Register today: www.tinyurl.com/goldworkshops

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11/13/2025

NORTH LOUISIANA the temps are just right for a day in the park! Join Cheryl today from 2-4 at AC Steere Park! 4009 Youree Dr. Shreveport!

11/08/2025

Let's wobble-wobble down to the park and the zoo before we go on our gobble-gobble vacation for Thanksgiving! Join the GOLD team across the state for some fun times together!
Join us!
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11/06/2025

Ever wondered how hearing tests work and what they can tell us?

Join Leigh Anne Norman, Audiologist, and Cheryl Glass, GOLD Teacher, as they break down the process...from why early hearing testing matters to what different types of tests reveal about a child’s hearing and communication access.

Understanding the “how” and “why” behind hearing tests helps families and educators better support every child’s language development.

Register today: www.tinyurl.com/goldworkshops

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10/03/2025

Today we celebrated Deaf Awareness month with new friends coming to visit! Thank you to Ascension Parish schools and East Jefferson HS for coming and being a part of our day! Our students had so much fun learning and chatting with you! We look forward to seeing you again soon! .
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09/15/2025

🌟 September is Deaf Awareness Month! This week we’re spotlighting resources available right here in Louisiana that support our Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind communities. 💙💛

Today, we’re highlighting the Louisiana DeafBlind Project (LADBP), a program that provides families, educators, and professionals with the tools and support they need to help children who are DeafBlind thrive.

LADBP offers:
✨ Family support & monthly parent groups
✨ Training for families & educators
✨ Transition planning for students
✨ Classroom visits & consultation
✨ DeafBlind intervener training
✨ Outside referrals

📩 For support, resources, or more information, reach out to ladbp@lsuhsc.edu

Watch this amazing video: The DeafBlind Intervener!

https://youtu.be/cDFt9x_xP0s?si=Sbr7Z3YnhaRI9P-S

Learn more:
👉 facebook.com/lsuladbp

👉 hdc.lsuhsc.edu/ladbp

Nicky Gillies, Project Director

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09/15/2025

We have some really great events you won't want to miss starting tomorrow! We can't wait to see you!

09/10/2025

📚✨ Did you know?
American Sign Language (ASL) is the 3rd most studied language in the United States! 🧏‍♀️🧏‍♂️

ASL isn’t just a class subject; it’s the native language of the Deaf community. And the best teachers of ASL are often Deaf individuals! By sharing their language, Deaf individuals empower others to communicate, connect, and appreciate the richness of Deaf culture. 💙💛

Here at L*D, we’re proud to offer community ASL classes as well as online classes for families of our students because learning ASL builds stronger families and stronger communities. 🤟❤️

Want to learn more? Type ASL in the comments and we’ll send you the details!

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