Families can be introduced to sign language, deaf culture and even learn about careers in the deaf community at McAllen ISD’s DeafWorld 2024 later this month.
This free event will be from 5:30-8 p.m. on Friday, September 27, at McAllen ISD’s Brown Middle School gym (2700 S. Ware Road). It is being organized by McAllen ISD’s Regional Day School for the Deaf (RDSPD) Program.
This third annual DeafWorld will have a Super Hero theme.
“We encourage everyone to come have some fun as they learn about deaf culture, sign language, deaf education, careers, resources and more,” Liza Lara, the RDSPD Director, said.
McAllen ISD serves more than 300 deaf and hard of hearing students in all grade levels in the Upper Rio Grande Valley from Mercedes to Roma. Escandon Elementary is home to elementary age deaf and hard-of-hearing students. Middle school age students go to Brown Middle School and high school age students go to McAllen Memorial High School. The department also provides parent infant services. In addition, Roosevelt Elementary houses the RDSPD’s new oral program and qualifying RDSPD students may attend McAllen ISD’s STRIDES 18+ program.
About McAllen ISD
McAllen ISD is a three-time winner of the state’s highest rating, an “A,” and a four-time winner of the state’s Post-Secondary Readiness Distinction. In 2022, McAllen ISD was named the Best Large District in Texas through the H-E-B Excellence in Education awards. The district is home to 31 campuses and approximately 20,000 students. To learn more about McAllen ISD’s schools and programs, contact Student Outreach at 956-687-MISD (6473).