DHH Program Goals

Program goals have been developed to meet the total needs of the students in the DHH Program. They are as follows:

• Students will develop skills in the communication areas of speech and language, speech-reading, sign language, and written language according to the areas most appropriate for them.

• Students will develop a working knowledge of their hearing aids.

• Students are encouraged to develop traits essential to good character and participate in activities that promote social and emotional health.

• Students will develop a realistic attitude toward their hearing impairment and use of compensatory strategies.

• Students will develop the fundamental skills necessary for maximum realization of their potential.

• Students will understand and pursue their personal and vocational interests.

• Students will participate in environments that are the most supportive environments given their needs and abilities and curricular areas within which they are being required to function.