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National Deaf History Month

During the month of April, we celebrate National Deaf History Month, which provides us the opportunity to recognize and celebrate contributions by Deaf, hard of hearing, and DeafBlind people.

Here are some links with information about two significant historical events that occurred during the month of April.

April 15, 1817: Establishment of American School for the Deaf in Hartford, CT as the first permanent public school for the deaf.