DEAF/HARD OF HEARING (DIST 62)

Deaf/Hard of Hearing (Dist 62) is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the NW Suburban Spec Educ Org school district, located in Des Plaines, IL with about 20 students. With about 8 teachers, Deaf/Hard of Hearing (Dist 62) has a student/teacher ratio of about 2:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Based on the location provided, this facility is the **District 62 Deaf/Hard of Hearing Program**, located within the administrative and educational infrastructure of Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62 in Illinois. This specialized program serves students from early childhood through the elementary/middle school levels who have identified hearing impairments. By operating within a public school district, the program focuses on providing an inclusive yet supportive environment that caters to the specific communication and accessibility needs of students who are deaf or hard of hearing.

The program typically utilizes a multidisciplinary approach, integrating classroom instruction with specialized support services to ensure students can access the general education curriculum. Depending on the individual student's Individualized Education Program (IEP), the facility provides access to assistive technology, sign language interpreting, and consultative services from teachers of the deaf. The goal of this program is to foster academic growth and social development while addressing the unique linguistic and hearing-related challenges of its students within their home district.

For more information, contact Deaf/Hard of Hearing (Dist 62) at (847) 463-8174 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.