Mmmmm Mmmmm Good!!! Today was the final day of camp but energy was high for exploring the Culinary Arts. We all know that food tastes good but our young chefs/artists prepared delectable fruit tree centerpieces and learned about preparing a table for a feast.

COSTUMES....ACTING....PHOTOGRAPHY...    all that is glamour and glitz. That was the Art theme today at Summer Camp.

Read more about the Performance of the Day!!!

Today the campers are well on their way to finding that “performer” inside.  If you see a Hearts for Hearing camper you might hear them break out in song! We visited the recording studio of Jami Smith, local recording artist. The children enjoyed singing and recording a production with Jami. We look forward to hearing the results of their creation.

We are ready for another great Summer Camp experience June 21-24. This year 32 of our school-age students will join in the fun with the theme "I (heart) Art!". With a full group of Hearts for Hearing staff and volunteers, this camp will offer expanded opportunities for learning the language of the Arts.

We are ready for another great Summer Camp experience June 21-24. This year 32 of our school-age students will join in the fun with the theme "I (heart) Art!". With a full group of Hearts for Hearing staff and volunteers, this camp will offer expanded opportunities for learning the language of the Arts.

Are you ready for rainbows?  Most of us are eager to say goodbye to the Winter blues and get started with Spring.....and it's finally here!  In the Hearts for Hearing preschool, we have been having lots of rainbow fun during the last few weeks. 

Valentine’s Day is almost here and along with this loving holiday comes the opportunity for many fun activities for you to enjoy with your child.

Hearts for Hearing in co-sponsorship with Cochlear Americas is offering at no charge a one day conference. "Current Trends in Cochlear Implantation and Auditory-Verbal Practice" will be held at Francis Tuttle Technology Center, 12777 North Rockwell Ave., OKC on Friday, February 26th, 2010 from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Participants will learn about Auditory-Verbal teaching strategies and techniques to maximize auditory potential for children who are deaf or hard of hearing from detection to conversation. Any way you say it, this no charge conference will be well worth your time. Advance registration is required due to limited seating. The registration deadline is February 19, 2010. To register, please go to www.regonline.com/806957. For registration questions, call the Cochlear Meeting Planning Department at 800....

We hope to see you there!

 

Lisa and Kerrick Hunter get the prize for the best New Years Eve Party in Oklahoma. They hosted a “New Ears Rock” party in their community with 100 of their friends and family rockin’ in costume to 80’s music with a live band. They  raised over $5000 for Hearts for Hearing. What a wonderful example of giving back. The team would like to thank the Hunters for this fabulous gift to give babies with hearing loss a sound future. What a great start to 2010!

It’s that time of year again to make our annual resolutions.  Maybe you’re going to get back in shape, stay more organized, or learn a new hobby .  Parents of preschoolers, here are two more must-have resolutions for 2010…

Winter is a wonderful time to talk about bundling up for the freezing weather.  You have to remember to put on your coat, mittens and hat before you go outside. Have you contrasted winter clothes and summer clothes? 

Take this opportunity to focus on daily routines with your toddler.  Let them help you do the dishes on night after dinner.  Talk about the HOT and COLD water. 

Here's a fun game to try at home...Gather small learning to listen toys, popsicle sticks and ice trays.  Put the toys in the ice trays with the popsicle stick and fill with water. Once it's frozen you and your toddler can explore ways to melt the ice and find the treasure inside. Try hot water, a hot water bottle, or maybe a hair dryer.  Don't forget to make the activity about listening...use audition first and lots of rich language. 

Happy Melting!

Ms. Krissa

I've been dreaming of a white Christmas since I was a little girl and my dream finally came true, but this Oklahoma weather has kept most of us close to home this holiday.  

We are grateful for the opportunity to work will all of our amazing families and thankful for being able to do what we love everyday. We want to wish everyone and their family a safe and joyous holiday. We will close at 5 pm on Wednesday, December 23 and will open at 8 am on Monday, December 28.

Hearts for Hearing Annual Christmas Party

Christmas is right around the corner, and your preschooler is probably more excited  about the holidays this year than ever before!  Your preschooler is also more inquisitive and more independent than in years past.  Take time to capture that independence, and let your preschooler do some gift-giving of his own.

Pati Burns And Oticon "Focus on People Awards"

Pati Burns, Administrative Assistant, was nominated for the Oticon "Focus on People Awards". She is honored for achievements, dedication and spirit that are changing the perception of what it means to have a hearing loss. Additionally she has demonstrated hearing loss does not limit a person's ability to make a difference in the community and the world. Her contributions have distinguished her as a role model for all, but especially for those with hearing loss.

We are grateful for the opportunity to work will all of our amazing families and thankful for being able to do what we love everyday. We want to wish everyone and their family a safe and joyous holiday. We will close at noon on Wednesday, November 25 and will open at 8 am on Monday, November 30.

Toriello takes top honors at Taste of Elegance

 

Did you guess Pilgrims?

If April showers bring May flowers, what do May flowers bring?  

We are thankful for a wonderful classroom of preschoolers this fall!  We have been busy learning about cooking and the upcoming holiday of Thanksgiving. 

I love fall weather!  Don't you?  Why not take your infant or toddler out to experience this wonders of fall.

“Hearts for Hearing would like to thank the Pay it Forward Campaign for their donation of $1,524.00. Companies participating were North American Group, INSURICA – Insurance Management Network, and America First Insurance Company. Representatives from each company came to Hearts for Hearing for the check presentation and site tour. We are grateful for their commitment to the work of Hearts for Hearing and look forward to growing our relationship with these outstanding businesses.”

 

Hearts for Hearing (HFH) received a generous grant from the Association of General Contractors (OAGC) to develop and produce a fund raising video.

 

How many times have you watched your child race out to the mailbox to check the mail? 

Continuing Education for Professionals and Great Learning Opportunity for Families

Hooray for Fall!   At preschool, we are welcoming this new season with several  weeks of Autumn themes.

Need a fun fall outing for you and your little one?  This is the perfect time of year to plan a trip to your local Pumpkin Patch! 

 

Join fellow Oklahoman's for a culinary experience like none other!

Call now to schedule your free hearing screening to see if you qualify!

The Grape Event Fundrasier brought many friends of Hearts for Hearing together.

 

Jacob’s arrival into the world in Ardmore, Oklahoma was just perfect in every way.  Until.  Until the nurse arrived to tell his mother and father he had referred on his hearing screening.