CFISD - Northwest Harris County Coop for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing

Thank you Children’s Museum Houston!

Community Resource: ASL-Interpreted Performance

Families may be interested in an upcoming ASL-interpreted performance of "Let's Play: Unraveled" at Children's Museum Houston on Thursday, July 30 during Thursday Night programming.

📅 July 30, 2026
🕠 5:30 PM & 6:30 PM
📍 Children's Museum Houston, 1500 Binz St., Houston, TX 77004

Please note that Texas Hands & Voices is sharing this information as a community resource only and is not involved in hosting or coordinating this event. For questions regarding admission, registration, accessibility, schedules, or other event details, please contact Children's Museum Houston directly:

📞 (713) 522-1138
📧 [email protected]

Early registration for the Statewide Conference on the Education of the Deaf ends April 20th!
https://swced.org/
(The 2026 SWCED logo that says Mission: Possible. The word Possible is written using bright lightbulbs)

Statewide Conference for Education of the Deaf SWCED 2026 June 25-27, 2026Houston CityPlace Marriott at Springwoods Village Registration Now OPEN! Register Now This Year’s Theme Mission: Possible Every student presents a unique mission for educational teams. Every […]

Register using this link: https://tsd.formstack.com/forms/fy26earlygainsplaygroups

Students submit their art using this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXE288y1W14gMU06lgmu5WUt-5CJiPhNLpuZlqNfM4BYdX0Q/viewform

Gallaudet University Mid-West Regional Academic Bowl Competition at Oklahoma School for the Deaf. Good luck Rams!

🎉 **Congratulations to Carolina Morales – Emmott Elementary Paraprofessional of the Year!** 🎉

We are thrilled to celebrate with Carolina once again, as she recently achieved her goal of becoming a certified interpreter!!

Carolina works behind the scenes to help the day's schedule run more smoothly. She is a team player who brings collaboration to everything she does. We are lucky to have her!💙

Please join us in congratulating Carolina on this well-deserved honor! 👏

The Texas Statewide Conference for Education of the Deaf art contest is in full swing! Submissions for the 2026 SWCED Art Competition are now being accepted. The deadline to submit an entry is February 28, 2026.

Any student with a hearing difference can share his or her talents for this contest. Receiving special education services is not a prerequisite to participate. The winner will be awarded a $100 gift card!

SWCED 2026 SWCED 2026

Thanks Texas Hands & Voices for sharing these great safety tips!

The Texas Statewide Conference for Education of the Deaf (SWCED) is a premier event dedicated to advancing education, resources, and advocacy for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. Every two years, SWCED brings together hundreds of educators, administrators, specialists, parents, and advocates from across Texas and beyond to share research-based practices, innovative strategies, and a vision for a more inclusive future.

In 2026, through the theme “Mission: Possible,” SWCED will once again provide a platform where collaboration meets action with a focus on bridging expertise, passion, and resources to empower the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. This conference is not only a professional learning experience, but it is also a catalyst for lasting change in classrooms, homes, and communities.

I am inviting you to become a SWCED 2026 sponsor. Your partnership would directly contribute to the following:
Expanding Access – Ensuring educators and families across Texas have access to cutting-edge training and resources.
Empowering Educators – Supporting professional development that transforms teaching practices and student outcomes.
Advancing Inclusion – Promoting programs that foster equal opportunities for all students, regardless of hearing status.

Sponsorship Benefits
By becoming a sponsor, your organization will be recognized as a leader in advancing education for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. Benefits include the following:
Prominent logo placement in all conference materials, signage, and online platforms
Recognition during keynote sessions and in printed programs
Opportunities to connect directly with educators, administrators, and policymakers
Visibility to a statewide network of decision-makers and advocates

Additional information, including Sponsorship Levels and prices, can be found on the SWCED 2026 Website, https://swced.org/sponsors/.

Statewide Conference for Education of the Deaf
https://swced.org/

Texas Association of Parents and Educators of the Deaf
https://taped.org/

Texas Association of Parents and Educators for the Deaf - T.A.P.E.D. TAPED consists of families, educators, & communities collaborating to ensure excellence, equality, and success for students who are deaf or hard of hearing.