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 FCD is proud that, in the last 6 years, 100% of our participants have graduated High School.  These students participated in after school tutoring sessions, academic enhancement programs, and mentoring in their preferred language. This is in contrast to the graduation rate nationally in 2023 of 83.7% (https://nationaldeafcenter.org/resources/research-data).  This is a life altering impact for teens at FCD.

Many of our programs focus specifically on literacy or include a literacy component.  The students from Family Center on Deafness attend both public and private schools and participate in our after school programs.  The focus on reading skills in the Elementary Programs resulted in measurable grade level improvements.  One teacher reported that a FCD participant improved three grade levels, demonstrated by test results.  While this was the largest gain, every participant showed measurable improvements over the course of September 2024 - December 2024.  Readers are leaders and FCD is proud to help students lead the way!

Percentage of students who can communicate successfully, ASL, Speaking or alternative forms, PLUS parents who use ASL...

Through our County, State and National alliances Family Center on Deafness has been able to share their strategies, methodology and successes with a wide range of Deaf and hard of hearing organizations.  This allows FCD to impact other Deaf and hard of hearing communities overcoming geographic barriers.