How Can My Child’s School Team Plan for My Child’s Communication Needs?

Communication planning is an essential part of the individualized education program (IEP) process. Learners who are deaf or hard of hearing (D/HH) have unique language and communication needs. With language and communication needs met, students who are D/HH will be able to fully access and engage in education and social life.
Access the Outreach Center’s Communication Planning Guide for Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.

Use this comprehensive guide to develop meaningful communication avenues and provide access to the learning environment for students throughout the day. Be sure to have your relevant medical information, such as the audiogram (from your audiologist), available to share with the team during this planning process.