This issue explores the many factors that shape success for deaf and hard of hearing students, from bilingual classrooms and early reading routines to ASL-rich preschool strategies and culturally responsive schools serving refugees and rural communities. You'll also find student reflections, family stories, and classroom innovations that build confidence, identity, and academic growth.
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