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Building Strong Foundations: A Parent-Youth-Professional Q&A for Families of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children and Youth

Hosted By: Parent Information Center of Delaware (PIC)

March 15, 2025 2:00pm - 4:30pm

A Parent-Youth-Professional Q&A for Families of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children and youth Building Strong Foundations

Join us for a FREE event designed for families of children and youth who are deaf or hard of hearing, as well
as the professionals who support them. This is a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions, ask
questions, and gain insights from our panel of experts, parents, and youth who share real-life experiences. Whether
you’re seeking advice on communication strategies, educational resources, or navigating challenges, this event
provides a supportive space to connect, learn, and build a stronger community for your child’s success. Don’t
miss this chance to be part of an empowering conversation!
Panelists include: 

Elise Miller & Maddie Morris – Children Representatives, Children with Hearing Loss

Preston & Sam Miller – Youth Representatives, Teenagers with Hearing Loss

Melissa Hunter – Parent Representative, Parent of Daughter with Hearing Loss

Shannon Francese – Support Services Operations Manager – Audiology, Nemours Children’s Health

Kristin Johnson – Deaf Educator, Delaware Statewide Programs for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind

Rebecca Castro – Educational Audiologist, Delaware Statewide Programs for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind

Paula Thomas – Teacher of the Deaf, Red Clay Consolidated School District


March 15th | 2:00 – 4:30 pm
ROUTE 9 LIBRARY & INNOVATION CENTER
(3022 New Castle Ave New Castle, DE 19720)

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