Birth - 5
PLAY Groups
Promoting Language Acquisition for Youth
Resources and individualized instruction to foster school readiness and enhance parenting skills. FCD collaborates with the home bound and pre-kindergarten school programs to improve continuity between home and school as well as providing recreational outings outside of school hours and during the summer to build peer support, increase language development and enhance parenting techniques.
Meet John Miller
John started his career as an educator in the K-12 Public School System in Central Michigan. He earned a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education. A highlight of his efforts resulted in the development of an entire inter-generational Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program collaborating with local businesses, the university, and and families.
At Michigan State University John studied for his PhD in Literacy focusing on the D/HH population.
John also met his business partners at MSU and 16 years ago they created signingsavvy.com.
John has focused on literacy for the bulk of his career. He worked at MSU training teachers and continuing his research. He will work with the 0-5 students and families to avoid early language deprivation and increase their literacy skills.
Parent Network
Parent Network
(All Ages) A parent-governed group meets regularly to foster peer support, share experiences and information. Supervised activities that build self-esteem and cultural identity, as well as improving communication skills, are provided for children during adult sessions. Additional recreational activities provide opportunities of socialization and building relationships for families.