Clarke Schools for Hearing & Speech

About

Founded in 1867, Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech has a long-standing history of delivering specialized educational services to children who are deaf or hard of hearing. With the mission to teach these children to listen and talk, Clarke provides a comprehensive continuum of programs tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals from infancy through their teenage years. This organization stands out as a pioneer in the field, being the first and largest nonprofit organization dedicated to such a mission in the United States. Clarke offers various services that include individualized education for infants, toddlers, preschool-aged children, and school-age students. Through the use of advanced technologies and methodologies, Clarke’s team—comprising experienced teachers of the deaf, audiologists, and speech-language pathologists—works collaboratively with families to foster learning environments that are rich in listening and spoken language. Clarke's approach emphasizes a strong foundation of family involvement, aiming to integrate these children into mainstream classrooms to ensure their social and academic success. Each year, Clarke serves more than 1,000 children and their families, supporting them in navigating the path toward a fulfilling life with hearing loss.