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Brooklyn, NY
Joined November 2012
Dr. Jodi L. Falk, our Executive Director received a Proclamation from the NY State Assembly! Her 25-year career in Deaf Education has transformed SFDS. Dr. Falk's passion for language, literacy, and professional development is unmatched. Thanks, Assemblymember @phara4assembly!
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Our ED Dr. Jodi L. Falk worked alongside Amanda Howerton-Fox, PhD, Michelle Veyvoda, PhD, and with the support of Chris Suriano, to develop the Literacy Brief for Educators of Students who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, and Deaf Disabled. buff.ly/11TL5yg
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Go on and celebrate! It's Disability Pride Month! You are loved and appreciated in the SFDS community.
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And, that's a wrap for SFDS School Year 2025-26! To the staff, students and service providers, thank you for bringing you full self to our community and making it a better place each year. Enjoy your summer!
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We are proud to support the bipartisan reintroduction of the Alice Cogswell and Anne Sullivan Macy Act, legislation designed to strengthen educational opportunities for children and youth who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, Blind and Deaf Disabled.
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"Kindness is cool!" Our annual PBIS Olympics brought smiles, teamwork, kindness, and plenty of memorable moments to SFDS. The day culminated with our annual Field Day. Thank you to everyone who helped make this year's PBIS Olympics a joyful celebration.
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June is DeafBlind Awareness Month. We would like to take a moment to recognize Bryan Ward, Board President DBDDCT & Coordinator, Helen Keller National Center and Christopher Woodfill, Executive Director, New York State Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing Governor's Office
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SFDS is looking for physical education teacher to join our team for the 2026–2027 school year! Adaptive Physical Education is a plus! Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today or share this opportunity with someone who would be a great fit! buff.ly/WuToBpe
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Urgent Hiring: Summer Teacher Assistant Are you or someone you know looking for a summer teacher assistant position in NYC? Great news! SFDS is hiring!
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Communication, connection, and confidence are at the heart of learning at SFDS. During Better Language & Communication Month, students came together to learn, grow, express themselves.
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Lots of creativity, teamwork, and school spirit happening at SFDS this week as students take part in our PBIS Olympics activities. #SFDS #PBIS #KindnessMatters
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A quick message from Casino Night's Master of Ceremonies Zavier Sabio! Thank you to our amazing community!
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Thank you to everyone who joined us for our 3rd Annual Casino Night. We were so happy to celebrate the evening surrounded by volunteers, staff, board members, supporters, families, and community partners who continue to show up for DeafBlind & Deaf Disabled Children of Tomorrow.
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We did it! 💙 Together, we raised $20,000 at this year’s Casino Night in support of the students and mission of SFDS. Thank you to every guest, sponsor, donor, volunteer and community member who believe in the power of our work. We are creating a brighter future together.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month Let's break the stigma, spread awareness, and support each other's mental well-being. Together, we can make a difference.
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Our 3rd Annual Casino Night was a success. Because of your support, we reached our $20,000 fundraising goal! Thank you to everyone who attended, donated, supported, and helped make this possible. We are deeply grateful.
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Thank you to our sponsor Securitas! We truly appreciate your support.
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Thank you to our sponsor PJS Group! We’re grateful for your support.
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Thank you to our sponsor Metropolitan Transit Police Guardians! We appreciate your support and partnership.
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Thank you to our sponsor Go Studios Penthouse + Rooftop! We truly appreciate your support in making Casino Night possible.
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