"Hearing Impairment" is defined under federal law as "an impairment of hearing, whether permanent or fluctuating, that adversely affects a child's educational performance but that is not included under the definition of deafness". "Deafness" is defined under federal law as "a hearing impairment that is so severe that the child is impaired in processing linguistic information through hearing, with or without amplification that adversely affects a child's educational performance".
A variety of services are available for students with hearing impairments such as audiology services, speech development training, language, academic, and auditory training, and comprehensive screenings and evaluations. Service delivery options include classroom-based programming, individual and small group instruction, team teaching, and consultation.
The Bismarck Special Education Department employs four teachers certified to teach students with hearing impairments.
For more information about these services, contact:
Cindy Wetzel
701-323-4007
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