the child’s diagnosis emotional and social supports hearing and hearing loss hearing tests hearing devices (hearing aids, bone conduction aids, cochlear implants, FM systems) early communication listening and spoken language development tips to encourage listening and...
CID services include family and caregiver coaching at CID, in the home and community settings. We have a class for toddlers that combines group instruction and individual therapy. Services begin when our intake coordinator contacts a family to help them navigate the...
We do use phonics — and phonological awareness. Our pediatric audiologists ensure the students have optimal access to auditory information from their hearing aids and/or cochlear implants. We teach our children to read using all of the same methods, strategies and...
Unlike most schools for the deaf, CID teaches children how to listen and talk without using sign language. Instruction takes place in small classes of 2 to 5 children grouped for their ability in speech and language. Constant interaction and activities give the...
Today’s hearing technologies, early intervention and targeted, individualized teaching methods make it possible for most children who are deaf and hard of hearing to listen, talk, read and participate socially and academically in regular education classrooms. Learning...
