Deaf Network of Texas

Governor Abbot Recognizes Helen Keller DeafBlind Awareness...
Deaf Network of Texas Governor Abbot Recognizes Helen Keller DeafBlind Awareness Week: June 25-30, 2017 Helen Keller was born on June 27, 1880. At 19 months old she contracted an illness, the exact nature of which is unknown that left her completely deaf and… Read more →
Sat, Jun 24 2017

Town Hall Meetings for the TWC VR Services CSNA
Deaf Network of Texas Town Hall Meetings for the TWC Vocational Rehabilitation Services Comprehensive Statewide Needs Assessment (CSNA) The Rehabilitation Council of Texas and the Texas Workforce Commission’s (TWC) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) divisions will hold five town hall meetings in July 2017 to inform… Read more →
Sat, Jun 24 2017

DAC & Chipotle Fundraising Event 2017
Deaf Network of Texas Whacha having lunch for Saturday, July 29, 2017 Cause an Effect Please come and support the Deaf Action Center, a local Deaf-run and non-profit organization by dining at Chipotle Mexican Grill at 208 N Market Street Suite 100 in Dallas… Read more →
Fri, Jun 23 2017

Resource Specialists and STAP Outreach Services RFA...
Deaf Network of Texas Resource Specialists and STAP Outreach Services RFA Announcement The Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (ODHHS) seeks qualified vendors to provide ODHHS Resource Specialist services and Specialized Telecommunications Assistance Program (STAP) Outreach… Read more →
Fri, Jun 23 2017

Maya at Perot Museum Deaf Day 2017 – DFW
Deaf Network of Texas Hosted by Deaf Seniors of Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex DSDFWM: Maya Tuesday, August 22, 2017 Perot Museum of Nature & Science MAYA: HIDDEN WORLDS REVEALED Event Summary Uncover a world buried over time, in Maya; Hidden Worlds Revealed. 200 artifacts,… Read more →
Fri, Jun 23 2017

Several ASL Teacher Wanted in Texas
Deaf Network of Texas Several ASL Teacher Wanted in Texas Several information from Teacher Job Net and word of mouth / Facebook. Hurry before it gets filled fast! Plano ISD in Plano, TX is seeking a full time ASL teacher for the 17-18 school… Read more →
Thu, Jun 22 2017

TAD Conference 2017: Nominations, Registration and Memoriam
Deaf Network of Texas Go to [link] for more information about our conference. We also can be reached via tadconference@txad.org. Sponsorship and vendor opportunities are available. “Breaking the Wall” Subtopics: ASL, Employment, Empowerment, LEAD-K, ASL/English, Communication Access Texas Association of the Deaf 49th Biennial… Read more →
Fri, Jun 16 2017

REMINDER: 4th Global Methodist Missions Conference of the...
Deaf Network of Texas 4th Global Methodist Missions Conference of the Deaf Press Release From: Rev. Dr. Thomas H. Hudspeth, Pastor of the Deaf, Lovers Lane United Methodist Church, Dallas, Texas, USA. General Secretary, World Federation of Deaf Methodists and President of the United… Read more →
Fri, Jun 16 2017

Deaf Retirement Community La Vista needs your Help
Deaf Network of Texas Deaf Retirement Community La Vista needs your Help La Vista Retirement Community is owned by American Foundation for the Elderly Deaf. We are located in the Heart of Texas, just on the outskirt of San Marcos, Texas near Austin. La… Read more →
Fri, Jun 16 2017

SVRS Introduces the ntouch VP2 Videophone to Austin 6/20/17
Deaf Network of Texas For release: June 13, 2017 SVRS Introduces the ntouch VP2 Videophone to Austin SALT LAKE CITY – (June 13, 2017) Sorenson Communications, LLC, the company that revolutionized communication for Deaf people, will host an event in Austin, Texas on June… Read more →
Fri, Jun 16 2017

Uncovering the Mysteries of Linguistics – Tyler
Deaf Network of Texas Uncovering the Mysteries of Linguistics DATE: Saturday July 22,2017 TIME: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm ADDRESS: TJC West Campus 1530 SW Loop 323 Tyler, Texas WEBSITE: --- In this workshop participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of linguistics. Through… Read more →
Thu, Jun 15 2017

DeafBlind Camp of Texas Golf Benefit 6/25/17 – Austin
Deaf Network of Texas DeafBlind Camp of Texas Golf Benefit Helen Keller DeafBlind Awareness week All profits go to the DeafBlind Camp of Texas. If you don’t like golf, that’s okay! We offer Dinner, Drink, and Live Music afterwards! Only Dinner & 2 Drinks… Read more →
Thu, Jun 15 2017

Fall 2017 – Registration at Austin Community College
Deaf Network of Texas START HERE – GET THERE!! Fall 2017 – Registration at Austin Community College Exciting things are happening at Austin Community College! As the largest community college serving the Texas Deaf Community, ACC enrolls more than 180 deaf and hard of… Read more →
Thu, Jun 15 2017

ProTactile Thrives for DeafBlind Workshop 6/23/17 – Austin
Deaf Network of Texas ProTactile Thrives Hayley Broadway is a ProTactile consultant and trainer that resides in Austin, Texas with her two children. She is a graduate of Texas State University and holds a Bachelors De-gree in Special Education, Magna Cum Laude. She completed training… Read more →
Fri, Jun 09 2017

ASL Teacher Wanted – Denton
Deaf Network of Texas ASL Teacher Wanted – Denton in the Denton ISD is looking for an ASL teacher. Anyone interested should contact the high school office and ask to speak with Cory Hailey. Cory Hailey Email: Dhailey@dentonisd.org 940-369-1002 Read more →
Fri, Jun 09 2017

FCC Seeks Comment: Accelerating Wireline Broadband...
Deaf Network of Texas Public Notice, Federal Communications Commission Seeks Comment: Accelerating Wireline Broadband Deployment by Removing Barriers to Infrastructure Investment  In 1973, an engineer from Motorola made the first “handheld” phone call to his competitor at Bell Labs. Today’s cell phone technology allows… Read more →
Fri, Jun 09 2017

Job Opportunity: American Sign Language (ASL) Aide – Tyler
Deaf Network of Texas American Sign Language (ASL) Aide Posting Date: 4/13/2017 Position: American Sign Language Aide Location: Whitehouse High School Description: Provide instructional support services for the American Sign Language Classroom; Assist teacher in instruction, preparation, and management of classroom activities; Work under direct… Read more →
Fri, Jun 09 2017

Disaster Preparedness and the Deaf Community 7/5/17 –...
Deaf Network of Texas For Wednesday, July 5, 2017 Emergency Preparedness Plans for Those with Hearing Loss; for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Late Deafened You and your family could be anywhere when disaster strikes at work, school or in the car. How… Read more →
Thu, Jun 08 2017

Disaster Preparedness and the Deaf Community 6/29/17 –...
Deaf Network of Texas Thursday, June 29, 2017 Disaster Preparedness and the Deaf Community; for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Late Deafened Description: You and your family could be anywhere when disaster strikes at work, school or in the car. How will you… Read more →
Thu, Jun 08 2017

Cheer retreats in June at Isaiah’s Place
Deaf Network of Texas Cheer retreats in June at Isaiah’s Place June 22-25, June 27-30, 2017 * Cheer activities include: individual cheers, team cheers, cheer dance, pompoms, and flags * Team T-shirts given out. We will provide pompoms and flags while at IP. *… Read more →
Thu, Jun 08 2017

DAC Interpreting — A-Kon 28
Deaf Network of Texas DAC Interpreting — A-Kon 28 YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/oCE7Jkp1hAQ We’re excited to announce a partnership with A-Kon Anime Convention for this year in making their event accessible for the #DDDBDHH community! Check out the vlog for more details. CC and HD… Read more →
Thu, Jun 01 2017

Deaf Self-Advocacy Training 6/8/17 & 6/9/17 – Houston
Deaf Network of Texas ******* SAVE THE DATE!! ********** Open to both Deaf and Hard of Hearing — All Ages Welcome! Are you struggling with communication at work? You are not alone. Many Deaf and Hard of Hearing people experiences communication barriers every day.… Read more →
Thu, Jun 01 2017

Deaf Seniors of DFW Metroplex: Meeting and Social –...
Deaf Network of Texas Here is the DSDFWM newsletter/announcement. You are welcome to invite your friend to come to the meeting, social time and brown lunch box. Deaf Seniors of Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex Reminder: General Meeting and Social Playing giant Jenga When: Saturday,… Read more →
Thu, Jun 01 2017

Job Opportunity: Interpreter & CART Provider...
Deaf Network of Texas Job Opportunity: Interpreter & CART Provider Substitutes – DFW Hello!!! Plano Regional Day School Program for the Deaf is currently looking for Interpreter substitutes and CART Provider substitutes for the 2017-2018 school year. Please contact Lindsay Chandler if interested. THANKS! Email: lindsay.chandler@pisd.edu… Read more →
Thu, Jun 01 2017

Six Flags Over Texas Deaf Day 6/24/17 – DFW
Deaf Network of Texas Six Flags Over Texas – DEAF AWARENESS DAY   Summer is close enough we can taste it, isn’t it?! With summer comes Six Flags, and Deaf Day will be Saturday, June 24, 2017. You can order tickets online using the… Read more →
Thu, May 25 2017

A5 + DNO 6/5/17 – DFW
Deaf Network of Texas A5 + DNO We’re EXCITED to present the A5 event, an open mic event with performances by Marianna Galloway and Ashley Wood, and Prism Co. This event is where the DeafDisabled, DeafBlind, Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DDDBDHH) community can… Read more →
Thu, May 25 2017

HHSC-DHHS Two Webinar Online – June 2017
Deaf Network of Texas Interpreter: Two Webinar Online – Sign Up!  Texas Health and Human Services, Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS) presents the following training opportunity: BEI Test Overview: What is the Test Testing? Webinar Earn 0.3 DHHS CEUs! (General… Read more →
Thu, May 25 2017

Hurricane Harbor Deaf Day 8/5/17 – DFW
Deaf Network of Texas Hurricane Harbor Deaf Day 8/5/17 – DFW New Life Deaf Fellowship Hosts DEAF AWARENESS DAY Date: Saturday, August 5, 2017 Time: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM Address: Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Waterpark 1800 E Lamar Blvd Arlington, Texas 76006 Advanced… Read more →
Thu, May 25 2017

Harris Communications Coming to Mid-Atlantic D/HH Expo...
Deaf Network of Texas News Release: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ASL Video News Release: https://youtu.be/pYqzcRebYRQ Harris Communications Bringing Latest Assistive Devices to Mid-Atlantic Deaf and Hard of Hearing Expo June 3, 2017 See New Options for Home Signaling Systems, Including the New MyAlert™ System EDEN… Read more →
Thu, May 25 2017

Deaf Day: Wet N Wild Splashtown 8/19/17 – Houston
Deaf Network of Texas Wet N Wild – Splashtown The Park That Gives You More! 2017 Deaf Awareness Day Date: Saturday, August 19, 2017 Cost: $35 per ticket Children 2 and under are Free. Limited quantities available. Saving of over $10 off any day… Read more →
Fri, May 19 2017

Job Opening: Full Time Sign Language Interpreter at SFA
Deaf Network of Texas Job Opening: Full Time Sign Language Interpreter at Stephen F. Austin State University, Disability Services Posting Number: 0604912 Position Type: Non-Exempt Position Status: Full Time Pay Rate: Commensurate with education and experience, Department: Disability Services Job Summary: This is a… Read more →
Fri, May 19 2017

Mental Health Interpreter Training on the Road Workshop –...
Deaf Network of Texas Mental Health Interpreter Training on the Road! DATE: July 10, 11, 13, 2017 TIME: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Texas School for the Deaf’s Educational Resource Center on Deafness, in conjunction TEA and Region 11, is excited to announce our… Read more →
Fri, May 19 2017

Beginners & Intermediate ASL Class 2017 – DFW
Deaf Network of Texas   Beginners & Intermediate ASL Class 2017 Beginners ASL Class 2017 Come join us as we learn basic ASL. This class is for those who just need a refresher as well as those who want to learn for the first… Read more →
Fri, May 19 2017

Isaiah’s Place Retreats for 2017
Deaf Network of Texas Isaiah’s Place Retreats for 2017 June 22-25, 2017; June 27-30, 2017 Cheer Retreats – Cheer activities include: individual cheers, team cheers, cheer dance, pompoms, and flags – Team T-shirts given out. We will provide pompoms and flags while at IP. –… Read more →
Fri, May 19 2017

ASL Interpreter Wanted – DFW
Deaf Network of Texas ASL Interpreter Wanted – DFW Mesquite ISD RDSPD is hiring one/two certified interpreters for the fall 2017. Please see the job description file attached. Location: Mesquite, Texas near Dallas Download Job description 2017 (PDF format) Thank you so much!! Jennifer Hernandez, MEd.… Read more →
Fri, May 19 2017

Young artists, writers win RIT/NTID’s digital arts,...
Deaf Network of Texas Release Date: May 10, 2017 Contact: Vienna McGrain 585-475-4952 or vnccom@rit.edu Twitter: @viennamcgrain PHOTO AVAILABLE: [link] Caption: The Wind, created by high school student Gabriel Veit of Austin, Texas, took first place in the graphic media category of the RIT/NTID… Read more →
Fri, May 19 2017

Skyline Raiders & Samuell Spartans Deaf Reunion –...
Deaf Network of Texas SKYLINE RAIDERS & SAMUELL SPARTANS REUNION IF YOU ATTENDED SKYLINE HIGH SCHOOL AND/OR W.W. SAMUELL HIGH SCHOOL, YOU WILL NOT WANT TO MISS THIS EXCITING EVENT!!! OUR 4TH HIGH SCHOOL REUNION JUNE 23 AND 24, 2017 Richardson Civic Center 411… Read more →
Thu, May 18 2017

Day of Hope Golf Tournament 2017 for Deaf Orphanage – DFW
Deaf Network of Texas Deaf Orphanage Fundraiser Through Compass Christian Church Join us for the 20th Annual Day of Hope Golf Tournament benefitting Central India Christian Mission. Day of Hope is a cooperative effort by Compass, individuals and local companies to aid children in… Read more →
Fri, May 12 2017

Job Opportunity: Adjunct Instructor – Sign Language
Deaf Network of Texas Job Title: Adjunct Instructor – Sign Language Posting Number P001424 Position Type Adjunct Position Status Part Time Pay Rate Commensurate with education and experience Department – TR Arts Job Summary – To assist students in their learning process by utilizing all… Read more →
Fri, May 12 2017

SBA Programs & Resources Entrepreneurial Workshop...
Deaf Network of Texas SBA Programs & Resources Entrepreneurial Workshop – Hearing Impaired SBA Dallas/Fort Worth District Office The SBA Dallas/Fort Worth District Office will host an SBA Programs & Resources Entrepreneurial Workshop on Wednesday, May 31, 2017, from 6:00 p.m. Until 8:00 p.m.… Read more →
Fri, May 12 2017

Support Skyline and W W Samuell Class Reunion T-Shirt For...
Deaf Network of Texas Support Skyline and W W Samuell Class Reunion Hello everyone! You know that Laurent Clerc came to America and started ASL 200 years ago. *Wave hands in the air* ASL is such a rich part of Deaf Culture. It allows… Read more →
Thu, May 11 2017

Deaf Business Owners in Austin Work to Overcome...
Deaf Network of Texas Deaf Business Owners in Austin Work to Overcome Communication Hurdles, Stigma By Stef Manisero May 8, 2017 Many people dream of one day owning their own business — a dream that’s easier for some to live out than others. But… Read more →
Thu, May 11 2017

Summer Job Opportunity – Male Counselors Needed!!
Deaf Network of Texas CAMP SIGN 2017! Looking for the perfect youth summer camp for your child or teenager? Well, you’ve found it! Camp Sign is more than just a Texas summer camp for kids who are deaf or hard of hearing. July 30-August… Read more →
Thu, May 11 2017

Want to Learn to Dive in Summer? DFW
Deaf Network of Texas Learn to Dive Discover Deaf Diving – Deaf and Hearing welcome! Date: Sunday, July 9, 2017 Time: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM Must be at least 10 years of age We will have a certified interpreter present! Admission: TBA For… Read more →
Thu, May 11 2017

Free Comic Book Day 5/6/17
Deaf Network of Texas Free Comic Book Day 5/6/17 On Saturday, May 6, 2017 – the comic book industry once again celebrates Free Comic Book Day! The annual event is the perfect opportunity to introduce your friends and family to the many worlds of… Read more →
Sat, May 06 2017

4th Global Methodist Missions Conference of the Deaf
Deaf Network of Texas   4th Global Methodist Missions Conference of the Deaf Press Release From: Rev. Dr. Thomas H. Hudspeth, Pastor of the Deaf, Lovers Lane United Methodist Church, Dallas, Texas, USA. General Secretary, World Federation of Deaf Methodists and President of the… Read more →
Fri, May 05 2017

Comicpalooza 2017 – Houston
Deaf Network of Texas Comicpalooza 2017 – Houston Comicpalooza is happening May 12-14, 2017 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston.  There will be many celebrity guests from shows and movies such as Daredevil, Luke Cage, Iron Fist, The Punisher, The Walking… Read more →
Fri, May 05 2017

Deaf Community Mass with Msgr. Glenn Nelson – DFW 5/7/17
Deaf Network of Texas Good Afternoon!! We hope you can join us for the Deaf Community Mass this Sunday at St. Rita. Sunday, May 7, 2017 Msgr. Glenn Nelson, J.C.L., Director of the Deaf Apostolate from Rockford, Illinois will be saying the Mass for… Read more →
Fri, May 05 2017

Congrats Graduates from Krown Manufacturing, Inc.
Deaf Network of Texas Congrats Graduates from Krown Manufacturing, Inc. Here’s to a bright future ahead for savings worth celebrating… Check out our gifts for grads! [link] Enter promo code GRAD17 for 15% OFF your total order Hurry, valid for one coupon per customer… Read more →
Fri, May 05 2017

Interpreting in Sexuality Settings Workshop & General...
Deaf Network of Texas Communication Matters: Interpreting in Sexuality Settings Workshop & General Meeting When: THIS Saturday, May 6, 2017 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Where: Austin Deaf Club 8818 Cullen Lane Austin, TX 78748 .3 CEUs RID/BEI Only 50 seats available Cost:… Read more →
Fri, May 05 2017