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One question I’m
often asked by parents of mainstreamed students who didn’t attend CID is:
“My child has made it through preschool and even first grade. Why is he
struggling now?” Most often, this happens as academic subjects become more
difficult and the gap between hearing students and hearing-impaired students
becomes more evident. If you are a parent of a deaf or hard of hearing 6- to
12-year-old* working beneath his or her potential in a mainstream
educational setting,
you’re not alone.
Just having a
cochlear implant and being in class with students who are speaking will not
magically teach a deaf child to speak well, read or do math. In the CID
primary school, we group students by ability to maximize each child’s
progress in every subject and to help each student prepare for work in a
mainstream educational setting. Our creative and talented teachers are specially trained with
many years of experience helping deaf and hard of hearing children learn to
listen, talk and develop language, reading and academic skills.
CID uses the same
academic curriculum used in mainstream schools throughout the U.S. We
offer a diverse and challenging educational program emphasizing a hands-on approach to
learning. Included in our curriculum are classes in art, gym, music,
computer and social skills. Our goal is to educate the whole child.
Parents are an
integral part of our team. Families move to St. Louis so their children can
attend, and we do not take this commitment lightly. Wherever you live, if
your child needs help and is searching for answers, please call me today or
use the
GET
STARTED!
link and we will call you. We offer overnight accommodations for families
visiting from other locations.
I look forward to meeting you and your child. |
