Ohio Hands & Voices

02/05/2026

New Program with AG Bell (ages 12-16) - Bridging Futures Mentoring Program. See information below.

02/05/2026

Peppa Pig's new storyline with George 🩷

"Watching George go for a hearing test and start using a hearing aid is the kind of story I wish I’d had when my son was little."

02/04/2026

The H&V Latino Council forum -- Preparing for the Unexpected
Tuesday February 17, 2026
6:00=7:00PM MT
Register here: https://handsandvoices.org/regi.../latino-forum/spanish.html

02/04/2026

Scholarship Opportunity

Communication Contest for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (CCDHH)

Topic for the 2025-2026 school year is: "The Moment I Realized I Belonged - My Definition of Community"

Who: The contest is open to young people through grade 12. Students must submit the results of an audiogram completed no longer than 24 months prior to the date of the contest by a qualified audiologist. Students must be certified to have an uncorrected hearing loss of 40 decibels or more, which must be supported by the audiogram in order to be eligible to compete.

This contest offers an opportunity for children who are deaf or hard of hearing to present their thoughts in the community, gaining skills, which can only come from signing or speaking to a large audience. Patterned after the Optimist Oratorical Contest, the Communication Contest For the Deaf and Hard of Hearing offers hearing impaired youth the chance to compete in speech or sign language.

The winner will receive a $3,500 scholarship for post-high school education/vocational training. The contest will be held on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in Columbus.

Contestants must prepare an original 4-5 minute presentation and may use sign language, spoken word or a combination of both to compete. Eligible contestants must have an uncorrected hearing loss of 40+ decibels. Contestants may not use visual aids or slides.

For more information, contact upperarlingtonoptimistclub@gmail.com

02/03/2026

Don't forget this Saturday (Feb. 7th) at the Coventry Village Branch - ASL Storytime!

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Please join us Saturday, February 7th at 11am, at Coventry Library for ASL Storytime with Liliana Pokorny! 🙂
Liliana is a magnificent storyteller! Everyone is invited!
Interpreter provided.

We do ask folks to register and here is the link to the registration: https://events.heightslibrary.org/event/15345282

This program is funded in part through a federal Institute of Museum and Library Services LSTA grant awarded by the State Library of Ohio and a Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities Library Grant.

02/03/2026

Monsters Game - April 4th!

02/01/2026

If you know of, or are in search of events - check out this website:

DeafCoffee.com — providing a directory of deaf social events across the USA!

01/29/2026

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Please join us Saturday, February 7th at 11am, at Coventry Library for ASL Storytime with Liliana Pokorny! 🙂
Liliana is a magnificent storyteller! Everyone is invited!
Interpreter provided.

We do ask folks to register and here is the link to the registration: https://events.heightslibrary.org/event/15345282

This program is funded in part through a federal Institute of Museum and Library Services LSTA grant awarded by the State Library of Ohio and a Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities Library Grant.

01/29/2026

See information below on sessions hosted by Statewide Services & Outreach at the Ohio Deaf and Blind Education Services!

Teaching Literacy to Deaf, Hard of Hearing & Deafblind Learners.

Another great session being hosted by Statewide Services & Outreach at the Ohio Deaf and Blind Education Services! See below for more information...

A message from Statewide Services & Outreach Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing Abby White.

Teaching Literacy to Deaf, Hard of Hearing & Deafblind Learners

Join our exciting virtual sessions with literacy experts as we explore information and practical tools to support literacy development and deepen understanding of how to teach reading and writing skills to Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deafblind learners. Learn how access impacts language and literacy and how to adapt existing materials to meet diverse communication and learning needs. Join us for as many sessions as you can! Sessions are offered the second and fourth Tuesday of the month beginning in February. Register at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/exSJ2NqTRImV4lszzfilug

3:30 pm to 4:45 pm

February 10 - Setting the Stage

February 24 - Where to Begin

March 10 - Essential Components of a Literacy Lesson

March 24 - Phonemic Awareness and Phonics

April 14 - The Power of Syllable Types for Spelling

April 28 - Magnificent Morphology

May 12 - Literacy for Complex Learners

Hosted by Statewide Services & Outreach at the Ohio Deaf and Blind Education Services More Information - white@osdb.oh.gov

The flyer has a tan background with black lettering. A maroon box is used to highlight the session dates and titles.. There is an image of several stacked books, in various colors on the bottom right of the flyer.

01/27/2026

TONIGHT (JAN. 27th)

Family University for Families for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Deafblind
Topic: Your Child’s Journey: Ohio’s Guide for Deaf or Hard of Hearing Support
Date: January 27,, 2025
Time: 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
We are excited to share Your Child’s Journey, a free guide created to support families raising children who are deaf or hard of hearing. Michele Motil, will share the guide and resources — including communication options, Ohio supports, and practical tips to help your child learn and grow.

Family University is a monthly opportunity for families of children that are Deaf, Hard of Hearing or Deafblind (DHH/DB) to meet virtually with other families.

Register at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/WVDo49xTSk-MizA6UST4DA
Email white@osdb.oh.gov with questions

Family University is brought to you by Statewide Services and Outreach at ODBES, The Ohio Center for Deafblind Education, The Outreach Center for Deafness & Blindness

01/22/2026

For families of children with cochlear implants - this is a great camp if you can attend.

Please note: Registration fills up incredibly quick (typically under 30 minutes) and opens tomorrow (Friday 1/23) at 12 p.m. EST.

Follow https://www.facebook.com/CochlearImplantFamilyCamp for more information.

Plan ahead for Listen CI Camp registration in January!

Registration fills up fast, so take a look at the dates and create a camp account before registration opens: www.listenfoundation.org/campinformation/

01/19/2026

CampUS is March 14th!

Leadership Focus!!!
campUS isn’t just fun (though it definitely is 😉).
It’s about helping teens build:
✅ self-advocacy
✅ communication confidence
✅ leadership skills that transfer to school + life

March 14 is coming fast! Register Today!!!

http://campusdhh.org