Ethics: Medical & Hospital Setting Workshop 5/1/2021...
Deaf Network of Texas Ethics: Medical & Hospital Setting Workshop 5/1/2021 – Houston Date: Saturday, May 1, 2021 Workshop: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Pool Free-play: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM Location: Slick Willie’s Family Pool Hall 1200 Westheimer Road @ Montrose Houston, Texas… Read more →
Fri, Apr 09 2021

Deaf Austin Theatre: Deaf Artists Showcasing New Works via...
Deaf Network of Texas More details can be found on our website or Facebook, see below. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, March 26, 2021 Deaf artists showcasing new works via live streaming Austin, TX, Deaf Austin Theatre is excited to host the rest annual Short… Read more →
Thu, Apr 08 2021

PRESS RELEASE: 30 Bikes Donated to Students at Texas School...
Deaf Network of Texas JOINT PRESS RELEASE Contact: Gabriel Cardenas Phone: 512-462-5372 Email: Gabriel.Cardenas@tsd.state.tx.us Contact: Juan Soto Phone: 956-789-3331 Email: 100bikesforkids@gmail.com Contact: Chelsea McDonald Phone: 972.832.7121 Email: chelsea@woombikes.om FOR RELEASE APRIL 8, 2021 30 BIKES DONATED TO STUDENTS AT TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF… Read more →
Thu, Apr 08 2021

TAD 51st Biennial Conference Entertainment 2021 – Casting...
Deaf Network of Texas TAD 51st Biennial Conference Entertainment 2021 (Casting Call) Hello TAD Members! Check out this message from Co-Entertainment Chair Deidra Pelletier. She is sharing this message on behalf of herself and Co-Chair Candy Villesca in regards to a casting call for… Read more →
Thu, Apr 08 2021

Webinar: You Deaf or Hard of Hearing? Need a Phone or...
Deaf Network of Texas ASL Webinar for Deaf and Hard of Hearing: “You Deaf or Hard of Hearing? Need a Phone or Tablet?” If so, come join us. Date: Thursday, April 15, 2021 Time: 7:00pm to 8:00pm CST (Central & NE Texas) 6:00pm to… Read more →
Thu, Apr 08 2021

Be Heard: Navigating the System in the 21st Century 4/6/2021
Deaf Network of Texas BE HEARD: NAVIGATING THE SYSTEM IN THE 21ST CENTURY April 06, 2021 at 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM Sign up to take a webinar to learn about how to navigate the system for access to communication. The Trainer will provide… Read more →
Sat, Apr 03 2021

The TDI Scholarship Program – Deadline 5/14/2021
Deaf Network of Texas The TDI Scholarship Program TDI’s Communications Access Scholarship Program was set up to recognize the community volunteerism work that the graduating high school seniors who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, late-deafened, or deaf-blind have contributed to. These students are recognized for their… Read more →
Thu, Apr 01 2021

Public Notice: JMA School Board Member Vacancy – March...
Deaf Network of Texas Public Notice: School Board Member Vacancy Jean Massieu Academy Open Enrollment Public Charter School 823 N. Center Street Arlington, Texas 76011 For more information, please contact Monica Fox at mfox@jmaisd.org Website: https://www.jeanmassieu.com/ Read more →
Thu, Apr 01 2021

Updated Information from FEMA Regarding COVID-19 Vaccines...
Deaf Network of Texas Click here to view this message in ASL. DAC has continued to work with FEMA to ensure deaf and hard of hearing individuals in North Texas have access to COVID-19 vaccines. FEMA informed DAC that they will be offering the… Read more →
Thu, Apr 01 2021

Webinar: Hurricane Disaster Prep 4/12/2021
Deaf Network of Texas Hurricane Disaster Prep Come and Learn about the Hurricane Disaster Preparation. Be prepared before the Hurricane Season beings. Presenter: Charis Mallory, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Specialist When: Monday, April 12, 2021 Time: 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm Zoom… Read more →
Thu, Apr 01 2021

Webinar: Public College Tuition Waiver for Deaf and Hard of...
Deaf Network of Texas ASL Webinar for Deaf and Hard of Hearing: “Public College Tuition Waiver for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Texans” Date: Thursday, April 8, 2021 Time: 7:00pm to 8:00pm CST (Central & NE Texas) 6:00pm to 7:00pm MST (El Paso) To… Read more →
Thu, Apr 01 2021

TSD: Local Student Stars in Godzilla vs. Kong, Premieres...
Deaf Network of Texas Click image to view big picture TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF PRESS RELEASE Contact: Gabriel Cardenas Phone: 512-462-5372 Email: Gabriel.Cardenas@tsd.state.tx.us FOR RELEASE MARCH 31, 2021 TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF STUDENT STARS IN FEATURE MOTION PICTURE: GODZILLA VS. KONG Premieres… Read more →
Fri, Mar 26 2021

Drive-Thru Vaccine Clinic at TSD 4/7/2021
Deaf Network of Texas Drive-Thru Vaccine Clinic at TSD Registration is Now Open! Wednesday, April 7, 2021 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (by appointment only) at Texas School for the Deaf To reserve your vaccine, please complete the Sign-up and Consent form at: https://hipaa.jotform.com/210825354090147 Registration closes… Read more →
Fri, Mar 26 2021

FEMA to Help Pay Funeral Costs for COVID-19-related Deaths
Deaf Network of Texas FEMA Advisory March 24, 2021 FEMA to Help Pay Funeral Costs for COVID-19-related Deaths In early April, FEMA will begin providing financial assistance for funeral expenses incurred after Jan. 20, 2020 for deaths related to coronavirus (COVID-19) to help ease… Read more →
Fri, Mar 26 2021

Unfolding Scenarios: Mental Health 3/27/2021 – Houston
Deaf Network of Texas Image: Tan flyer with hiking boots displayed in header. Bayou Parkland Pavilion on the left. White roadway with green surrounding on right. Unfolding Scenarios: Mental Health Date: Saturday, March 27, 2021 Time: 0900 – 1200 Address: Bayou Parkland Pavilion 6532… Read more →
Thu, Mar 25 2021

ASL VRI Support during Community Vaccination Centers
Deaf Network of Texas ASL VRI SUPPORT PLEASE USE YOUR PHONE TO CONNECT TO VRI BY THE FOLLOWING Online (Recommended) Call (Through the VRS App)  [link] or 844.779.2996 If you have trouble accessing VRI, look for a staff member with a VRI sticker or… Read more →
Wed, Mar 24 2021

Christmas Market Land & River Cruise with Interpreter...
Deaf Network of Texas Kerstin’s Deaf Travel, P.O. Box 4023, Boynton Beach, Florida 33424 VRS: 561-452-5480 Fax: 888-851-4905 kerstin@kerstinstravel.com [link] [link] Christmas Market Land & River Cruise December 2-13, 2022 Switzerland – Germany – France – The Netherlands Including Sign Language Interpreter Service BOOK… Read more →
Wed, Mar 24 2021

JW: How to Cope With Pandemic Anxiety
Deaf Network of Texas How to Cope With Pandemic Anxiety JW.ORG Offers Five Practical Tools in ASL DALLAS — March 16, 2021 — Few events in modern history have harmed the emotional well-being of people around the world as has the COVID-19 pandemic. The… Read more →
Fri, Mar 19 2021

Treason The Musical with Captions 3/26-28/2021
Deaf Network of Texas Following its highly anticipated World premiere and online concert screening, Treason The Musical In Concert returns for a special on-demand encore screening available to watch from 26-28 March 2021. A historic tale of religious persecution and brutality, ending in an… Read more →
Fri, Mar 19 2021

TAD Conference 2021: Call For Presenters!
Deaf Network of Texas My name is Nida and I am the workshop chair for the Texas Association of the Deaf 51st biennial virtual conference this summer. Our vision for this conference is Transcend, from the self to the community. Our presentation themes are… Read more →
Fri, Mar 19 2021

LTC for Interpreters (License to Carry) Workshop 4/17/2021...
Deaf Network of Texas LTC for Interpreters LTC = License to Carry Presented by: Corporal Lucio Martinez (LTC instructor) Sonia Khurana (Deaf LTC holder) Date: Saturday, April 17, 2021 Time: 0900 – 1400 CST College of the Mainland 1200 N Amburn Rd, Texas City,… Read more →
Thu, Mar 18 2021

Webinar: 9-1-1 Call Center – Text 9-1-1 When? 3/25/2021
Deaf Network of Texas ASL Webinar for Deaf and Hard of Hearing: 9-1-1 Call Center – Text 9-1-1 Presented by Robert Uribe, 911 Communication & Technology Administrator How the 9-1-1 Call Center operates Availability 9-1-1 testing areas Come and join us. Gift Card Prize… Read more →
Thu, Mar 18 2021

Ethical Use of Soft Skills to Address Social Justice Issues...
Deaf Network of Texas Ethical Use of Soft Skills to Address Social Justice Issues in Interpreting Facilitated by Amanda Tuite Have you ever been in a situation as an interpreter where you wanted to speak up but you couldn’t because you didn’t know how?… Read more →
Thu, Mar 11 2021

Members Sought for the Advisory Board for the Evaluation of...
Deaf Network of Texas Members Sought for the Advisory Board for the Evaluation of Interpreters If you’re interested in issues surrounding the administration of the interpreter certification program, you may want to apply to be a member of the Advisory Board for the Evaluation… Read more →
Thu, Mar 11 2021

WEBINAR: Chat with D/HH Access and Technology Specialists...
Deaf Network of Texas ASL Webinar for Deaf and Hard of Hearing: “What Can We Do For You? Chat with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access and Technology Specialists” Come join to find out. To register, click on this link: [link] Registration confirmation will… Read more →
Sat, Mar 06 2021

BEI Performance Testing Update 3/5/2021
Deaf Network of Texas BEI Performance Testing Update 3/5/2021 The Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (ODHHS) is pleased to announce that after pausing activities due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are resuming in-person Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI) performance testing.… Read more →
Fri, Mar 05 2021

Dallas Public Library is hosting for a National Deaf...
Deaf Network of Texas Dallas Public Library is hosting for a National Deaf History Month. Please register to report what accommodations they need. We’re going to be providing ASL accommodation and caption services, but it would still be helpful to know who all needs… Read more →
Fri, Mar 05 2021

Sneak Peak – Texas Storytelling Festival – Updated
Deaf Network of Texas Click Here for More Festival Information Date: March 11-14, 2021 https://tejasstorytelling.com/festival/ Click Here to Register https://tsa23.wildapricot.org/event-4098340 Never been to a Storytelling Festival? See what is waiting for you at the City of Denton – Texas Storytelling Festival Check out those… Read more →
Fri, Mar 05 2021

UbiDuo 3 Wireless – the Evolution of Face to Face...
Deaf Network of Texas UbiDuo 3 Wireless sComm once again pushes forward the state of the art in face-to-face communication technology with the launch of the brand new UbiDuo 3. Loaded with more modern innovations than its predecessors, the UbiDuo 3 makes it easier… Read more →
Fri, Mar 05 2021

Virtual and at Isaiah’s Place Workshop – Passover...
Deaf Network of Texas ASL Religious Sign Workshop – Passover Concepts Date: March 27, 2020 Time: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm CEU’s Pending $20 each participant Zoom Workshop with optional choice on property Sign Up to attend in person Plan to register and join… Read more →
Thu, Mar 04 2021

VIRTUAL: Gallaudet University’s Camp Catch Them Young –...
Deaf Network of Texas Click Image Below to Register for Camp Catch Them Young. Application Submission Deadline: June 30, 2021 at 6:00PM ET Date: July 2021 A ten-day youth cultural immersion program that will address college readiness and develop leadership abilities. The camp cost… Read more →
Thu, Mar 04 2021

WEBINAR: COVID-19 Vaccines and People with Disabilities Q&A...
Deaf Network of Texas Accessibility and Disability Policy Webinar Series COVID-19 Vaccines and People with Disabilities Q&A The Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities (GCPD) invites you to join us for an important question and answer webinar focusing on COVID-19 vaccines and people with disabilities. Dr.… Read more →
Thu, Mar 04 2021

2021 Texas Student Transition Fair for D/HH High School...
Deaf Network of Texas 2021 TEXAS STUDENT TRANSITION FAIR FOR DEAF/HARD-OF-HEARING HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS SPONSORED BY ESC REGIONS 4, 10, 11, 13, 17 & 20 THIS EVENT WILL BE AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH AND AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE. Featured Speaker: Emma Faye Rudkin FEATURED SPEAKER: EMMA… Read more →
Thu, Mar 04 2021

Resources for Texans with Disabilities During and After a...
Deaf Network of Texas Resources for Texans with Disabilities During and After a Disaster in American Sign Language https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a5uyENj0eHk The Governor’s Office has created a list of winter weather resources. If you are currently without heat, do not use outdoor appliances indoors or run cars in the… Read more →
Thu, Mar 04 2021

NAD Asks Academy to Stop Rewarding Miscasting
Deaf Network of Texas The Academy of Motion Pictures, in its 94 years has given only two awards to actors who are deaf or have a disability. Additionally, in the 68 years since 1952, when the first able-bodied actor was nominated for playing a… Read more →
Thu, Mar 04 2021

Six Members Reappointed to Governor’s Committee on People...
Deaf Network of Texas Six Members Reappointed to Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities March 4, 2021 Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Eric Lindsay, Elyse Lieberman, Ph.D., Kristie Orr, Ph.D., Ellen M. Bauman, Dylan M. Rafaty, and Kris Workman to the Governor’s Committee on… Read more →
Thu, Mar 04 2021

Request for Application: HHSC – Resource Specialist...
Deaf Network of Texas Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) Solicitation Notification The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) is soliciting bid responses from qualified or eligible vendors for the solicitation ID… Read more →
Wed, Mar 03 2021

Texans Urged to Participate in Disaster Assistance Online...
Deaf Network of Texas Texans Urged to Participate in Disaster Assistance Online Survey Texans are urged to fill out the Texas Division of Emergency Management’s State of Texas Assessment Tool to help state and emergency management officials identify damages that occurred during the recent… Read more →
Fri, Feb 26 2021

Webinar: Coffee Chat with Us About Your Experience with the...
Deaf Network of Texas ASL Webinar for Deaf and Hard of Hearing: Coffee Chat with Us About Your Experience with the Snow Storm 1) Did the recent snowstorm affect your communication access? 2) Did you survive without it? Care to share with us? 3)… Read more →
Fri, Feb 26 2021

Drive Thru Bottled Water Distribution for D/HH in North...
Deaf Network of Texas A flyer with black text and red bold text on different blue shade background with water bottle titled: Winter Storm Uri Drive Thru Water Distribution by (red bold text) North Texas Operation Kindness in partnership with All Hands On Texas.… Read more →
Fri, Feb 26 2021

Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Federal Approval Allowing...
Deaf Network of Texas Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Federal Approval Allowing SNAP Clients To Purchase Hot Foods February 21, 2021 | Austin, Texas | Press Release Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) received federal approval to allow… Read more →
Fri, Feb 26 2021

WEBINAR: Fire Safety for YOU at Home 2/25/2021
Deaf Network of Texas ASL Webinar for Deaf and Hard of Hearing: Fire Safety for YOU at Home 1) Are you aware of your communication accessibility in case of fire or smoke? 2) Are there options for the Deaf or Hard of Hearing available… Read more →
Thu, Feb 25 2021

WEBINAR: The Medical Side of Hearing-Related Conditions,...
Deaf Network of Texas The Medical Side of Hearing-Related Conditions, Causes & Treatments Are you a professional, educator, community member, disability services provider, parent, or individual who is deaf or hard of hearing seeking a better understanding of the various causes of hearing loss?… Read more →
Thu, Feb 25 2021

Resources for Texans with Disabilities During and After a...
Deaf Network of Texas Resources for Texans with Disabilities During and After a Disaster The Governor’s Office has created a list of winter weather resources. If you are currently without heat, do not use outdoor appliances indoors or run cars in the garage for… Read more →
Fri, Feb 19 2021

WEBINAR: Audism Webinar Series – Please RSVP by 2/22/2021
Deaf Network of Texas CENTER FOR CONTINUING AND ONLINE EDUCATION AUDISM WEBINAR SERIES Link: https://www.gallaudet.edu/ccoe/audism (Full schedule) Gallaudet University’s Center for Continuing and Online Education, in partnership with the Deaf Studies Digital Journal and with support from the Office of the Dean of the… Read more →
Fri, Feb 19 2021

Barcelona – France River Cruise – Paris 2022 with...
Deaf Network of Texas Barcelona – France River Cruise – Paris May 2-15, 2022 Deaf tour including Certified Sign Language Interpreter Service BOOK BY FEBRUARY 25, 2021 AND RECEIVE A DISCOUNT OF $250 PP DBL OCC Prices include all of the following:    … Read more →
Fri, Feb 19 2021

Texas Storytelling Festival Online – March 2021 with...
Deaf Network of Texas 36th Annual City of Denton Texas Storytelling Festival Online! March 11-14, 2021 Everyone loves a story! Stories connect us to ourselves and others. The good news? You can join us from anywhere in the world. Four days and nights of… Read more →
Fri, Feb 12 2021

SOC: Spring 2021 – Discovery Retreat for D/HH Youth
Deaf Network of Texas                     SPRING 2021 Discovery Retreat Banner – two different photos of students working on labs. Going Viral! March 5-7, 2021: 11th-12th grades April 23-25, 2021: 9th-10th grades After much anticipation about… Read more →
Fri, Feb 12 2021

SOC: Summer Camps and Programs for D/HH Youths 2021
Deaf Network of Texas Since 1982, Statewide Outreach Center (SOC) at Texas School for the Deaf (TSD) has hosted summer activities for Texas children and youth who are deaf and hard of hearing, from ages 3 – 22. Summer Camps & Programs is recreational… Read more →
Fri, Feb 12 2021

WEBINAR: Conversation 360° RSVP
Deaf Network of Texas A BETTER EARTH & DISABILITY Date: Tuesday, April 6th, 2021 Time: 5:45PM – 8:00PM ONLINE: ZOOM Hosted by Disability – San Antonio 360 ‘Going Green’ means to live life, as an individual as well as a community, in a way… Read more →
Fri, Feb 12 2021