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Family Center News and Information
The Family Center
Here at St. Mary’s School for the Deaf, we continue to meet the ever-growing educational needs that we believe will make our students' lives more productive and meaningful. Partnership is the key to accomplishing this goal. We are committed to bringing you the best possible programs, resources, and access to services to assist you in having a direct, clear and effective partnership in your child's education.
The Family Center is a relaxing facility located in the center of the SMSD Main Building. It serves as the bridge between families and the school, welcoming and encouraging your calls or visits on any number of concerns, issues, or resources. The Family Center provides a comfortable setting to encourage learning and communication.
Beth Winters
Family Center Coordinator
716-834-7200 x.355 (phone)
Family Center Events and Activities
Pumpkin Carving
Our families love coming together for some fall fun. We read a story and learn related fall-themed ASL vocabulary. Families are then given a pumpkin to carve! This is a social opportunity for families to meet each other and enjoy an evening together.
Winter Wonderland
Winter Wonderland is a chance for our students and families to come together to celebrate the holidays and enjoy each other's company. It's a chance to meet Signing Santa and take in all the theme-filled festivities with students, families, and staff.
International Ethnic Festival
The International Ethnic Festival is a time when our SMSD family comes together to share our ethnic cultures. It’s not only a time to share the various ethnic foods families bring, but also cultural displays and information on each culture. Our families and classes work together from our various represented countries.
Grandparents & Special Friends Day
Grandparents and those who are special to us are worth celebrating. Grandparents and Special Friends Day is an event-filled morning that we take to honor those who play an important role in our students’ lives.
Parent/Guardian Education and Training
SMSD is committed to supporting families through a variety of parent/guardian education and training opportunities. Throughout the year, we will host a series of webinars and in-person events designed to equip families with valuable tools and insights to support their children’s academic, social, and emotional development. These sessions will cover topics such as effective communication at home, digital safety, learning strategies, and mental health awareness. We encourage all families to participate and take advantage of these resources to strengthen the home-school partnership.