BEGINNINGS Receives Federal Grant for Learning Impacted by COVID-19

Studies continue to show that the impacts of COVID-19 upon student learning are long-lasting and serious. That is why BEGINNINGS is pleased to announce we have recently finalized a contract through a Federal grant to implement new initiatives that will help our families of children who are deaf or hard of hearing mitigate that impact.

We will announce the initiatives soon. They will include special workshops, publications, and training for families on how to help children as they begin to make up the learning time that they missed over the past two years.

Executive Director Diane Doak says, "Children across North Carolina have experienced educational losses due to COVID. Children who are Deaf or hard of hearing have struggled with virtual learning, delays of in person evaluations and reduced service times. Our goal is to help parents learn to advocate for their child in order to mitigate those educational losses."

SAVE THE DATE: BBQ/Oyster Roast Oct. 21, Raleigh

Friday, October 21, 2022 is the date for our annual BBQ/Oyster Roast Fundraiser for BEGINNINGS! The location will be North Hills Club, 5-9 p.m. There will be beer, wine, oysters, BBQ and children's activities. Proceeds support our work with families of children who are deaf or hard of hearing in North Carolina.

Last year's event was our biggest ever, so you don't want to miss this fun family gathering!

For ticket information and other details, please click here.

Asheville Meet 'n' Greet Draws Crowd

BEGINNINGS held a meet 'n' greet in August in Asheville to announce our ESSERF grant and network with community leaders, audiologists, hearing loss professionals, educators and parents. A crowd gathered at New Belgium Brewery to enjoy appetizers, beer and conversation. (Photos by Ian Last).

Walk4Hearing is October 9

BEGINNINGS will have a team participating in this annual event sponsored by Walk4Hearing North Carolina and held at Wake Med Soccer Park, Cary! For more information on how to participate or support our team, click here. Walk4Hearing is a nationwide event spotlighting hearing health and empowering people to live well with hearing loss.

Q&A: Parent Educator Joan Burton

Q: Tell us a little about your background.

A: I am a teacher by training. I attended UNCG and obtained my undergraduate degree in Deaf Education and a Master's Degree in Elementary Education. I taught in the public school system for 17 years. While in school and in my teaching career, I fell in love with teaching language to those with limited language skills. I thoroughly enjoyed creating and participating in meaningful activities that increased my students ability to communicate their thoughts and feelings. Seeing them blossom with confidence was very rewarding.

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