Gallaudet University Youth Programs

Gallaudet University Youth Programs Home to Academic Bowl, Battle of the Books, National Literary Competition, and Summer Youth Camps!

10/02/2026

Hey you, we're hiring! 👋

Gallaudet Youth Programs is looking for an Associate Youth Programs Coordinator to join our team. If you love working with young people, thrive in a fast-paced camp environment, and want to help shape unforgettable experiences for our campers, this could be your next chapter.

👉 Apply today at gallaudet.edu/careers (link in bio)
___
Video Description: Reel opens with the text, "Hey you—we are hiring!" The screen goes blank before a pink text box drops in with the title "Associate Youth Programs Coordinator." The job title is then replaced with "Join our team," and the background fills with pictures of Summer Youth Programs campers and camp staff. When the background is full, the text transforms to "Apply today." The screen is wiped clean, leaving the Gallaudet Youth Programs logo.

09/29/2026

The 2026-2027 National Literary Competition has officially launched! 🚀

Submit your work by January 8th. We can’t wait to see what your creative minds come up with! Check out our website for more information. Link in bio.

_____

The video opens with clips of previous National Literary Competition submissions, a projector, and ASL silhouettes before transitioning to Tyler against a blue background. He introduces this year’s National Literary Competition and explains the two competitions: ASL and Writing.

For the ASL competition, the theme is “A package arrives at your front door. What happens when you open it?” Students can participate in Storytelling or Poetry. Elementary, middle school, and high school students are eligible.

For the Writing competition, the theme is “An ordinary day takes an unexpected turn. Take us along for the ride.” Students can submit Creative Writing or Poetry. Middle school and high school students are eligible.

Tyler then introduces the prizes. First- and second-place winners across categories and age groups will receive a $100 gift card, a Gallaudet University sweatshirt, and one waived summer camp fee.

The Grand Prize includes one winner from each competition. Grand Prize winners will receive a $250 gift card, a Gallaudet University sweatshirt, and a free trip to the 2027 Deaf Way Festival at Gallaudet University, taking place October 21–24, 2027.

Tyler shares the submission deadline, January 8, and directs viewers to the Gallaudet University Youth Programs website for submission information and competition details.

The video closes with more clips from previous submissions, Tyler saying “Good luck!”, and a final reminder to submit by January 8.

09/28/2026

The books are in. The battle begins. Are you ready? ⚔️📚


____
Video Description: Alison is putting away books on a shelf. Alex comes up to her and asks, “I’m looking for the prelim books for Battle of the Books. Do you know where I can find them?” Alison responds with “Yes! I can help you, let's go!” Alison picks a book off the shelf and hands books one at a time to Alex as on-screen text names each division.

BUFF DIVISION appears on screen as Alison hands Alex:
Beyond the Bright Sea by Lauren Wolk
Mascot by Charles Waters & Traci Sorell
The Science of Breakable Things by Tae Keller

BLUE DIVISION appears on screen as she hands over:
Starfish by Lisa Fipps
Big Apple Diaries by Alyssa Bermudez
Elatsoe by Darcie Little Badger

BISON DIVISION appears on screen as she hands over:
Katie the Catsitter by Colleen AF Venable
Dory Fantasmagory by Abby Hanlon
Wildfire by Breena Bard
Sugar by Jewell Parker Rhodes

The camera pans to Alison, who says, "Have fun!" Alex turns and walks toward the camera. The books obstruct the camera lens, and the screen fades to a text slide with the Battle of the Books logo and the Preliminary dates:

Bison: November 3, 2026
Buff: November 4, 2026
Blue: November 5, 2026

A final text slide reads, "Good Luck Readers!"

We’re thisssss close! Academic Bowl and Battle of the Books registration closes this Friday, September 18 @ 6pm EST. Get...
09/16/2026

We’re thisssss close! Academic Bowl and Battle of the Books registration closes this Friday, September 18 @ 6pm EST. Get your team registered, then the fun can begin! 🏆📚

_____

Post Description: A 10-image carousel featuring a bright blue sky with the Tower Clock in the background. In the foreground, a hand pinches the sky between its fingers. Text on the images reads, “We’re this close…” With each swipe, the images progressively zoom closer to the space between the fingers. It leads into a reminder that says, “TO THE AB+BOTB REGISTRATION DEADLINE! Register by this Friday, 9/18”.

09/09/2026

Looking for a sign? 👀 Here it is! Academic Bowl and Battle of the Books registration ends September 18. Make sure your team is registered before the deadline!
____

Video Description: The video opens with Tyler, Alison, and Casey standing outside a building. Text on screen reads, “We were gonna make an announcement when we saw this HUGE airplane!” The three prepare to make an announcement when Casey notices something in the sky and points toward it. Tyler and Alison look up, and Tyler moves toward the camera, pointing it toward the sky. A paper airplane flies past the camera. Text on the paper airplane reads, “Academic Bowl + Battle of the Books registration deadline: Sept 18!”

Best of luck to the GallaudetU College Bowl team as they compete in the NAD College Bowl Competition tonight!We’re cheer...
07/03/2026

Best of luck to the GallaudetU College Bowl team as they compete in the NAD College Bowl Competition tonight!

We’re cheering on Casey, our Youth Programs Coordinator and College Bowl coach, along with our former and current Student Ambassadors. Go, Bison! 💙💛

Photo desc: 1) A group photo of the CoBo team by the shore. 2 - 6 are individual photos, in order: Coach Casey Johnson-Pasqua, Player Julia Bronneberg, Player Courtney Bronson, Player Sevan Ikeda, and Player Frederick Scott.

And that’s a wrap on our 2026 Summer Programs! Thank you to our incredible camp counselors, instructors, staff, and ever...
06/30/2026

And that’s a wrap on our 2026 Summer Programs! Thank you to our incredible camp counselors, instructors, staff, and everyone who helped make this summer unforgettable. Your dedication, enthusiasm, and hard work created meaningful experiences and lasting memories for every camper.

Here’s to an amazing summer and all the connections, growth, and fun we shared. Until next year! 💙🦬

Photo desc: 1) A group photo of all campers and staff by the Chapel Hall steps. 2) The group is signing “Bison” with two horns on the head.

From the high ropes course to hands-on classroom learning, our campers fully embraced both academic programs and college...
06/28/2026

From the high ropes course to hands-on classroom learning, our campers fully embraced both academic programs and college life this week! We ended the week on a sweet note with ice cream and a fun-filled dodgeball showdown against our camp staff.

Graphic Desc: 1) Campers doing an activity at the high ropes course. 2) A camper showing a swan towel (made during the hospitality session). 3) Immersive classroom learning 4) Campers at the high ropes course. 5) Campers working together in a team competition. 6) Hands-on activity classroom session. 7) All campers are in a circle watching a magic trick. 8) Dodgeball at the gym!

What can you expect at our camps? Fun. Friends. Growth. Community. 🦬☀️Graphic desc: 1) A group photo of DC² in STEM camp...
06/26/2026

What can you expect at our camps? Fun. Friends. Growth. Community. 🦬☀️

Graphic desc: 1) A group photo of DC² in STEM camp. 2) Our Immerse Into ASL campers during their session. 3) DC² campers at the Arts & Industries Building. 4) Campers diving into the world of Linguistics! 5) Immersive activities with IIASL! 6) Testing the strongest bridge built of popsicles.

What a week it’s been with our high school immersion camps! It has certainly flown by. This week, 70 campers explored th...
06/26/2026

What a week it’s been with our high school immersion camps! It has certainly flown by. This week, 70 campers explored their futures and immersed themselves in ASL while experiencing Washington, DC. Check out highlights from their DC tour earlier this week—especially that incredible sunset!

Graphic desc: 1) A welfie at the WW2 memorial. 2) Posing at the National Monument. 3) Campers walking around the National Monument. 4) A group photo at the WW2 Memorial. 5) Sunset by the Abraham Lincoln Memorial. Campers are walking by the Reflection Pool.

Address

Washington D.C., DC
20002

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Gallaudet University Youth Programs posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share

Category