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Oralism leaves deaf children behind in our society
Years ago, a friend of mine told the story of his sons birth. He recalled the doctor somberly gave the news that their son was deaf. The doctor was astonished when the parents hugged and rejoiced. They explained to the befuddled doctor that because he was deaf, he would be able to fully share the culture and language of his parents.

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 23:49:24 -0700

Diane Ravitch Named Fellow of The Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture
Dallas - The Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture has named Diane Silvers Ravitch, Ph.D., as a Fellow of the Institute.

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:25:28 -0700

Plantation organization honors attorney David Singer for good deeds
David Singer's first experience with the American Cancer Society came through a trip to ``jail.'' Twenty years ago, he was taken down to the old Hollywood Mall, where the American Cancer Society had set up shop for its annual Jail and Bail event. Community leaders who agree to be locked up have to call friends to raise bail in the form of donations to the society.

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:47:06 -0700

Mighty Casey Media & Strategy By Design Kick Off Message Marketing Project for Education Psychology Expert Abigail ...
Richmond - Education is at the heart of any societys success economic development, arts and culture, infrastructure, and innovation of any kind require an educated population.

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:40:08 -0700

Native Youth, Clinging to Their Culture (in News)
'At potlatches they speak in our language. I've no idea what's going on.' Fifth in a reader-funded series.

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:36:55 -0700