{"id":3358,"date":"2024-08-30T13:10:08","date_gmt":"2024-08-30T18:10:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chsstl.org\/?p=3358"},"modified":"2024-08-30T13:10:37","modified_gmt":"2024-08-30T18:10:37","slug":"preparing-to-send-your-child-to-school-with-hearing-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chsstl.org\/preparing-to-send-your-child-to-school-with-hearing-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"Preparing to Send Your Child to School with Hearing Loss"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As the new school year approaches, parents eagerly prepare their children for a successful return to the classroom. Parents of children with hearing loss need to consider a few extra factors to ensure their child is ready to thrive in the school environment. From scheduling checkups to communicating with school staff, here\u2019s how to make sure your child is equipped, confident and ready to succeed despite their hearing loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Start With an Audiology Checkup<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Before the school year kicks off, it\u2019s important to have your child\u2019s hearing aids inspected by an audiologist. Regular checkups help identify any issues<\/a>, such as wear and tear, and ensure that the devices are still meeting your child\u2019s hearing needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Communicate With School Staff<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Open communication with your child\u2019s teachers, school nurse and other key personnel is crucial for a smooth transition. Approximately 34 million children<\/a> worldwide present with hearing loss. Because the condition is so widespread, your child\u2019s school likely already has systems in place to accommodate them. Share important details about your child\u2019s hearing loss and any specific accommodations they may need, including but not limited to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n