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				<title><![CDATA[We are Proud to Announce Dr. I. King Jordan as the 2026 Graduation Speaker]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Jordan served as president of Gallaudet University from 1988 to 2006, becoming the first Deaf person to lead the institution. His appointment followed the historic Deaf President Now protest, a pivotal moment for deaf rights. A psychologist by training, he earned degrees from Gallaudet and the University of Tennessee, later becoming a professor, dean, and influential advocate for people with disabilities worldwide.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:28:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Family Learning Weekend]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us for our 28th Annual Family Learning Weekend! Enjoy a fun, family-centered experience filled with hands-on activities, connection, and learning alongside other families. From workshops to shared moments, it’s all about building community and supporting one another together."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 14:03:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[8th Annual TSD Student Art Show]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us for the 8th Annual TSD Student Art Show at TSD Knoxville on May 14, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the AJM Building at the Elaine Alexander Gallery. Celebrate the creativity and talent of our students while enjoying a silent auction featuring Bid-De’VIA 6x6 canvases.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 10:55:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The Tennessee Observer is Back!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are pleased to announce that the Tennessee Observer is back. This publication offers valuable insights into campus events, highlights the experiences and achievements of students and staff, updates from the Superintendent, and the latest in sports. Those interested in receiving future issues are encouraged to complete the sign-up form using the provided link, with the option to select a physical copy, a digital edition, or both.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 10:09:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Graduation will now be held in Akin Gym]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Class of 2026 graduation location has changed. Please join us in Akin Gym at 7:00 PM as we celebrate our graduates!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 10:10:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[We’re partnering with the Knox County Public Library for an ASL summer reading program!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Signed Stories at the Library kicks off Tuesday, May 26. Join us every Tuesday at 11:30 AM at the South Knoxville Branch Library, featuring new books, crafts, and a snack each week.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:04:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[High School Special Olympic Games - Track & Field]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Vikings are headed to Hardin Valley Academy to compete in track and field events on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. The games begin at 9:30 AM.

Hardin Valley Academy
11345 Hardin Valley Rd
Knoxville, TN 37932]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 22:03:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[34th Annual Educational Interpeter's Institute]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us for the 34th Annual Educational Interpreter’s Institute on June 26, 2026! This year’s theme, Access to Understanding: Theory of Mind and Language Acquisition, offers an engaging opportunity to deepen your knowledge and enhance your professional skills. Attendees will earn 0.6 CEUs while connecting with others in the field. Registration is $75 and includes both breakfast and lunch. Don’t miss this chance to learn, grow, and be inspired!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:12:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[1st Annual Disc Golf Doubles Tourney]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mark your calendars!

The Class of 2029 is hosting its 1st Annual Disc Golf Doubles Tourney on May 7, 2026. Grab a partner, bring your competitive spirit, and come out for an evening of fun! Check-in begins at 5:30 PM, and the game starts at 6:00 PM. Don’t miss this exciting first tournament. Come support the Class of 2029 and see who takes home the win!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:10:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Elementary/Middle School Special Olympic Games - Basketball]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Special Olympics elementary and middle school teams will be traveling to Gibbs Middle School on March 5 at 9:30 AM to compete in their basketball games. Let’s go, Vikings!

Gibbs Middle School 
7625 Tazewell Pike 
Corryton, TN 37721]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:24:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[High School Special Olympic Games - Basketball]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Special Olympics High School teams are heading to Gibbs High School on March 4 at 9:30 AM for their basketball competitions! 

Gibbs High School 
7628 Tazewell Pike
Corryton, TN 37721]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:29:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[High School Special Olympic Games - Bowling]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Special Olympics high school bowlers are hitting the lanes at Main Event on February 11, at 9:30 AM! Let's go, team! Show off your Viking spirit! 

Main Event 
9081 Kingston Pike 
Knoxville, TN 37923]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 09:23:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Elementary/Middle School Special Olympic Games - Bowling]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Special Olympics elementary and middle school teams are rolling into Main Event on February 9 at 9:30 AM, for their bowling competition! Go Vikings!

Main Event
9081 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37923]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 08:34:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Varsity Basketball Games Against Virginia School for the Deaf Cancelled]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2161628</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Varsity basketball games against Virginia School for the Deaf, which were scheduled for Thursday, February 5, have been cancelled.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 17:36:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Middle School Basketball Game Against Temple Baptist Academy Cancelled]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Middle School basketball game against Temple Baptist Academy that was scheduled for Thursday, January 22, has been cancelled.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 07:11:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Middle School Boys Basketball Game Against All Saints' Episcopal]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2155246</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us as our Middle School boys’ basketball team hosts All Saints’ Episcopal at home on Wednesday, January 21. Tip-off is at 5:30 PM!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 14:02:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Varsity Basketball Games Against Kentucky School for the Deaf]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2151718</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Varsity Girls' and Boys' basketball teams are set for home games on Thursday, January 15th. The girls' game tips off at 5:30 PM, with the boys' game following at 6:45 PM, as they face the Kentucky School for the Deaf. Come out and support our teams!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 04:53:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Varsity Basketball Games Against South Carolina School for the Deaf]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2151717</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Varsity Girls' and Boys' basketball teams return to the home court on Wednesday, January 14th. The girls' game tips off at 5:30 PM, with the boys' game following at 6:45 PM, as they face the South Carolina School for the Deaf. Come out and support our teams. Let’s go, Vikings!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 04:44:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Middle School Boys Basketball Game Against Tate's School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2151716</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Middle School Boys' basketball team will host Tate’s School in a home game on Tuesday, January 13th. Tip-off is set for 5:00 PM.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 04:35:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Varsity Basketball Games Against Washburn School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2151715</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Varsity Girls' and Boys' basketball teams will hit the road for away games on Monday, January 12th. The girls' game tips off at 5:30 PM, followed by the boys' game at 6:45 PM, as they take on the Washburn School in an exciting matchup.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 04:27:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Middle School Boys Basketball Game Against Paideia Academy]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[It’s a home game for our Middle School Boys' basketball team as they take on Paideia Academy Monday, January 12th. Tip-off is at 6:00 PM.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 04:16:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Varsity Basketball Games Against GSD Cancelled]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The varsity basketball games against the Georgia School for the Deaf scheduled for Thursday, January 8, and Wednesday, January 21, have been cancelled.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:47:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Varsity Basketball Games Against Washburn Cancelled]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Varsity basketball games scheduled for Tuesday, December 16th have been cancelled.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 10:43:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Middle School Boys Basketball Game Against Knoxville Christian School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2145580</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Middle school boys are on the road this Monday, December 15th, for an away game against Knoxville Christian School. The game starts at 5:30pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 10:41:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Varsity Basketball At The Bama Classic]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2144801</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our varsity girls and boys basketball teams are headed to the Alabama School for the Deaf to compete in the Bama Classic from December 11th through 13th. Go Vikings!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 13:06:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Middle School Boys Basketball Game Against Apostolic Christian School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2144771</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our middle school boys basketball team is on the road this Thursday, December 11th, as they travel to Apostolic Christian School for their next matchup. The game begins at 6 p.m. EST.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Middle School Boys Basketball Game Against Paideia  Academy]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Middle School Boys Basketball Team hits the road for an away game on Tuesday, December 9th as they take on Paideia Academy. Tip-off is at 6:00 p.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 15:52:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Varsity Basketball Games Against South Carolina School for the Deaf]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2143816</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Varsity Girls and Boys Basketball Teams take the court at an away game Tuesday, December 9th, with the girls tipping off at 5:30 p.m. and the boys following at 6:45 p.m. They’ll be facing the South Carolina School for the Deaf in what promises to be an exciting matchup.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 15:31:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Middle School Boys Basketball Game Against Saint Mary's School]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Middle School Boys Basketball Team is gearing up for an away game on Tuesday, December 2nd, against Saint Mary’s School. Tipoff is at 5:30pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 20:35:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Varsity Basketball Games Against Kentucky School for the Deaf]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2140324</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Varsity Boys and Girls Basketball Teams take the court for an away game on December 4th. The girls play at 5:30 p.m., followed by the boys at 6:45 p.m., in a matchup against the Kentucky School for the Deaf.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 16:19:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Middle School Boys Basketball Against First Lutheran School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2139017</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Middle School Boys Basketball Team hits the home court on  November 25th at 5:30 p.m. for a matchup against First Lutheran School. Go Vikings!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Varsity Basketball Games Against Clayton-Bradley Academy Cancelled]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2138724</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Varsity boys and girls basketball games against Clayton-Bradley Academy on November 25th have been cancelled.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:57:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Middle School Boys Basketball Against Apostolic Christian Academy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2138640</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Middle School Boys Basketball Team will take the home court today, November 24th, at 5:30 p.m. against Apostolic Christian Academy! Come out and show your support.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 07:21:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Varsity Boys and Girls Basketball Against Washburn School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2133496</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Viking varsity girls and boys basketball teams are ready to kick off their season with scrimmage games against Washburn School! The action begins at 5:30 PM EST on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. 
Let’s go, Vikings!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 13:11:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[High School Special Olympics Games - Volleyball]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2127504</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our high school Special Olympics teams are on their way to Karns High School for their volleyball competition on November 13, 2025, at 9 a.m.! Let’s go, team!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 08:05:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Elementary/Middle School Special Olympics Games - Volleyball]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2127489</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our elementary and middle school Special Olympics teams are heading to Carter Middle School for their volleyball competition on November 12, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. We’re so excited to cheer them on and show our support as they compete. Let’s go, team!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Volleyball Against Arkansas School for the Deaf]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2118103</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Lady Vikings are on the road and ready to bring the heat! They’ll be hitting the court on October 18th at 2PM CST to take on ASD’s Lady Leopards in what’s sure to be an exciting away game. Let’s wish them luck as they spike, serve, and battle for the win!
#SeasonCloser]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 08:05:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Football Game Against Arkansas School for the Deaf]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2118088</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Vikings will be back on the field on October 18th at 10:00AM CST. They're hitting the road to take on the ASD Leopards in an exciting away game!
#SeasonCloser]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Volleyball at the Mason Dixon Tournament]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2117759</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Let’s Go, Lady Vikings! 
Our Lady Vikings are headed to the Mason Dixon Tournament from October 9–11!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 14:47:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Homecoming Football Game Against South Carolina School for the Deaf]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2114579</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Get ready for a night full of Viking pride! Join us on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at 7:00 PM for our Homecoming Football Game as the Vikings face off against the South Carolina School for the Deaf. This exciting evening will also include a special Senior Night celebration.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 19:02:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Homecoming Volleyball Game Against Kentucky School for the Deaf]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2114570</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Get ready for an exciting night of volleyball as we celebrate Homecoming and Senior Night this Thursday, October 2, 2025! Our Lady Vikings will take on the Kentucky School for the Deaf at 4:30 PM in the Old Gym. Come out and cheer on the team!  Let’s fill the stands and show our Viking pride!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 18:42:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Flag Football Against Knoxville Christian - KISL Playoffs]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2113989</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our middle school flag football team is headed to the KISL playoffs! Catch the #5 seed Vikings in action today at 5:00pm as they take on #4 Knoxville Christian School. Let’s show up strong and bring that Viking spirit!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 08:11:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Football Game Against Alabama School for the Deaf]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2112406</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Viking football team is hitting the road for an exciting matchup this week! They'll be taking on the Alabama School for the Deaf on Thursday, September 25, 2025, with kickoff set for 5:00 PM CST. Join us in cheering them on as they battle it out on the field!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:20:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Flag Football Game Against Sacred Heart]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2112376</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our next away Flag Football game is coming up on Thursday, September 25, 2025, as we hit the road to take on Sacred Heart! Kickoff is set for 6:30 PM EST at Knoxville Christian School.

*** Updated Game Information***]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 12:48:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Volleyball Game Against Georgia School for the Deaf]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2112391</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our volleyball team is back in action with an exciting away game against the Georgia School for the Deaf! The match is scheduled for Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 6:00 PM EST.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:03:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Show your viking pride and support the TSD Middle School.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2111797</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Show your viking pride and support the TSD Middle School.

25oz. Water Bottle : $25
Add-On Personalization: $5

Get your water bottle with the new TSD Vikings logo and help support the students and staff of the TSD Middle School! These stainless steel water bottles keep drinks at the perfect temperature. The dual-opening lid fits most ice cubes, while copper vacuum insulation keeps beverages cold longer. Each lid has a carrying handle for easy transport. 

Personalization can be added for a $5 fee. This is permanent adhesive vinyl. Shopping is available for an additional charge of $8.

Scan the QR code or contact Brandi Rood (b.rood@tsdeaf.org) to place your order. 
*Orders accepted until October 13, 2025*]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:35:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Special Olympics Bocce Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2111699</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Special Olympics team is on the way to the UT Sansom Sports Complex for their first Bocce competition! We’re excited to cheer them on as they compete. Let's Go Team!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2025 08:50:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Flag Football Game Against Tate's School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2110994</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our next away Flag Football game is set for Monday, September 22, 2025, as we take on Tate's School. Kickoff is at 5:00 PM EST at Knoxville Christian School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 04:45:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Volleyball Game Cancellations]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2109712</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The volleyball games originally scheduled for Thursday, September 18, 2025 against Georgia School for the Deaf, and Saturday, September 20, 2025 against Mississippi School for the Deaf, have been cancelled.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2025 07:27:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Volleyball Game Against SCSD]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2109155</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[It's the first home volleyball game of the season. The Lady Vikings play South Carolina School for the Deaf on Tuesday, September 17, 2025 at 6pm in the Old Gym.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 08:49:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Flag Football Game Against Saint John Newman]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2107899</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our next away Flag Football game is set for Monday, September 15, 2025, as we take on Saint John Newman. Kickoff is at 5:00 PM EST at Knoxville Christian School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2025 19:38:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Football Game Against Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2107585</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Get ready for some football! Our football team is hitting the road for an exciting matchup against Minnesota State Academy of the Deaf this Saturday, September 13, 2025. Kickoff is set for 3:00 PM EST.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 15:29:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Volleyball Game Against Minnesota State Academy of the Deaf]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2107566</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our volleyball team is back in action this weekend with an away game against Minnesota State Academy of the Deaf! The match is set for Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 9:00 AM EST.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 15:27:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Flag Football Game Against Clayton-Bradley Academy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2104230</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Vikings are back on the field for their next flag football game against Clayton Bradley Academy! Join us this Monday, September 8, 2025, at 6:30 PM EST for another exciting matchup.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 13:54:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Flag Football Game Cancelled Against Sacred Heart Cathedral School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2103632</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2025 13:54:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Flag Football Game Against Sacred Heart Cathedral School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2103109</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Flag Football team is back in action with a game against Sacred Heart Cathedral School! Kickoff is at 6:00 PM EST.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 15:06:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Varsity Football Game Against SC School for the Deaf]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2103092</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Vikings are hitting the road for their first football game of the season! Join us in cheering them on as they take on South Carolina School for the Deaf this Thursday, September 4, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 15:06:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Flag Football Game Against All Saints Episcopal School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2100510</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us as our flag football team takes on All Saints Episcopal School in an exciting matchup! The game kicks off at 5:30pm EST.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2025 08:07:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Volleyball Game Against Kentucky School for the Deaf]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2100502</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Lady Vikings are on the road and ready to compete as they head to Kentucky School for the Deaf for an exciting away volleyball match! The game kicks off at 6:00 PM EST.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2025 07:54:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Flag Football Game Against Berean Christian]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2098774</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Flag Football team is hitting the road today for an exciting matchup against Berean Christian! The game kicks off at 5:30 PM EST.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 08:46:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Flag Football Game Against Knoxville Christian]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2097404</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Middle School Flag Football season kicks off on Wednesday, August 21st, as our team heads to Knoxville Christian for their first matchup of the year! Kickoff is at 6:30 PM EST.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2025 08:23:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Volleyball Game Against South Carolina School for the Deaf and Blind]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2097162</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Next up for the Lady Vikings! 
Catch the action on Wednesday, August 21, 2025, as the Lady Vikings hit the road to take on the South Carolina School for the Deaf. Game time is 6:00 PM EST.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2025 13:47:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Volleyball Game Against Paideia Academy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/2096547</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Come out and support the Lady Vikings as they kick off their first game of the season on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 6:00 PM against Paideia Academy.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 11:56:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD has been named as an Exemplary District]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1888594</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tennessee Schools for the Deaf has been named as one of twelve schools in the state of Tennessee to be awarded Exemplary designation by Tennessee Department of Education.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Feb 2024 12:05:11 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTCA Membership Meeting; Pancake & Sausage Event 11/18/22]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1684490</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[PTCA Membership Meeting: 
You are invited to attend PTCA of TSD next week, November 14, on Zoom. This is a great opportunity to bring families, staff, and community together from all 3 campuses. Bring your ideas, suggestions, and enthusiasm for supporting our amazing kids! ASL/English interpreting will be provided. Please email if you have additional accessibility needs. 

Pancake & Sausage Event
Pancake and Sausage is back! Come to the TSD Knoxville campus on November 18th to eat, socialize, and support our PTCA of TSD organization. See you there!

Reunión de miembros de PTCA:
Está invitado a asistir a la PTCA de TSD la próxima semana, 14 de noviembre, en Zoom. Esta es una gran oportunidad para reunir a las familias, el personal y la comunidad de los 3 campus. ¡Trae tus ideas, sugerencias y entusiasmo para apoyar a nuestros increíbles niños! Se proporcionará interpretación de ASL/inglés. Envíe un correo electrónico si tiene necesidades adicionales de accesibilidad.

Evento de panqueques y salchichas
¡Pancake and Sausage está de regreso! Venga al campus de TSD Knoxville el 18 de noviembre para comer, socializar y apoyar a nuestra organización PTCA de TSD. ¡Te veo allí!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 13:00:34 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TN Deaf Mentor & Parent Advisor Program "Meet a Deaf Professional" Webinar - September 22nd]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1647258</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families, please join the TN Deaf Mentor & Parent Advisor Program on September 22nd at 7:00 pm EST / 6:00 pm CST for the Meet a Deaf Professional Webinar with special guest, Dr. Emily Jones, who will discuss "Experiences as a Deaf Audiologist". If you did not receive an email with the Zoom link, please contact Briella Diaz b.diaz@tsdeaf.org. We hope to see you there!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2022 14:25:58 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[National Association of School Nurses for the Deaf (NASND) July 19-21]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1628317</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2022 13:46:44 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville - 2-Hour Inclement Weather Delay 1/10/24]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1864943</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville is on a two-hour weather delay - Wednesday, January 10th. Essential staff report on-time. Teachers, all non-essential staff, and students report 2 hours late.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 21:34:48 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville - 2-Hour Inclement Weather Delay]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1794116</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville is on a two-hour weather delay - Thursday, August 10th. Essential staff report on-time. Teachers, all non-essential staff, and students report 2 hours late.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2023 04:55:13 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Statewide Conference for Families, Professionals, and Community: Building Strong Connections - April 14-15, 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1697604</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Image: Mark Your Calendars! Tennessee Schools for the Deaf and their Partners proudly present- The Annual Statewide Conference for Families, Professionals, and Community: Building Strong Connections. April 14-15, 2023 at the Tennessee School for the Blind Nashville, Tennessee. More details to come!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2022 19:19:16 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[30th Annual Educational Interpreters Institute Webinar: June 22-25]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1623547</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Educational Interpreters, join us June 22-25 for the 30th Annual Educational Interpreters Institute Webinar. EII will hold a variety of workshops in collaboration with TRID. Deadline to register is June 10th. Contact Angela Simmons (a.simmons@tsdeaf.org) or Heidi Green (h.green@tsdeaf.org) for questions.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2022 07:23:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTCA of TSD Membership Meeting Oct. 24th]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1675914</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2022 11:59:43 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TN Deaf Mentor & Parent Advisor Program "Meet a Deaf Professional" Webinar - May 26]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1610921</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families, please join the TN Deaf Mentor & Parent Advisor Program on May 26th at 7:00 pm EST / 6:00 pm CST for the Meet a Deaf Professional Webinar with special guest, Naima Boudreaux, who will discuss "Mental Health & Intersectionality". If you did not receive an email with the Zoom link, please contact Briella Diaz b.diaz@tsdeaf.org. We hope to see you there!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2022 14:59:55 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Online Store]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1609441</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[EXCITING NEWS! TSD now has an online store, open until May 18th. Grab your gear and support TSD! Click the video below for guidance on how to order.
*captioning on video available when you click the "CC" icon*]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 May 2022 14:21:01 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[FLW 2022 - Cancelled]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1605368</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The TSD Family Learning event planning team made the difficult decision to cancel Family Learning Weekend 2022. Please visit TSD's website again for information on upcoming Family Learning events across the state beginning in Fall 2022!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Apr 2022 08:13:58 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Become a contracted Deaf Mentor with Tennessee Schools for the Deaf!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1605361</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Are you deaf and fluent/advanced in ASL? 
Looking for extra income? 
Love working with deaf/hard of hearing children and their families? 
Seeking flexibility and the ability to work from home? 

Become a contracted Deaf Mentor with Tennessee Schools for the Deaf! Come to our free training in Nashville on July 19-21 to become a certified SKI*HI Deaf Mentor! We will provide you with a hotel room, meals, and parking, all free of charge. Contact Briella Diaz at b.diaz@tsdeaf.org for more details!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Apr 2022 08:05:55 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[30th Annual Educational Interpreters Institute Webinar: June 22-25]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1601976</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Educational Interpreters, join us June 22-25 for the 30th Annual Educational Interpreters Institute Webinar. EII will hold a variety of workshops in collaboration with TRID. Deadline to register is June 10th. Contact Angela Simmons (a.simmons@tsdeaf.org) or Heidi Green (h.green@tsdeaf.org) for questions.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Apr 2022 08:18:29 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TN Deaf Mentor & Parent Advisor Program "Meet a Deaf Professional" Webinar - April 28th]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1595322</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families, please join the TN Deaf Mentor & Parent Advisor Program on April 28th at 7:00 pm EST / 6:00 pm CST for the Meet a Deaf Professional Webinar with special guest, Dr. Natalie Delgado, who will discuss "Bimodal Bilingualism - Natalie's Story". If you did not receive an email with the Zoom link, please contact Briella Diaz b.diaz@tsdeaf.org. We hope to see you there!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Apr 2022 13:02:10 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville 2021 Art Show]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1594341</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville 2021 Art Show]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2022 08:58:50 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tennessee Observer Fall/Winter 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1589607</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Fall / Winter '21 Tennessee Observer is now available. Read updates from Dr. Sandra Edwards, Student Life activities on Knoxville's campus, outreach across the state, events and updates from the Nashville and Jackson campuses, and more.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Mar 2022 08:13:32 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Parent / Family ASL Class]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1584223</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[ASL classes for TSD parents and families will begin March 22nd! Classes are currently virtual. ASL classes are also open to families enrolled in the Deaf Mentor & Parent Advisor Program and TSD Toddler Learning Class. For questions please contact ASL Services, aslservices@tsdeaf.org. Deadline to register is March 18th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Mar 2022 08:33:12 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TN Deaf Mentor Program "Meet a Deaf Professional" Webinar - February 24]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1568247</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families, please join the TN Deaf Mentor Program on February 24th at 7:00 pm EST / 6:00 pm CST for the Meet a Deaf Professional Webinar with special guests, Scott Lehmann & Shayna Unger, who will discuss "Exploring the World as Deaf Individuals". If you did not receive an email with the Zoom link, please contact Briella Diaz b.diaz@tsdeaf.org. We hope to see you there!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Feb 2022 09:27:08 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Save the Date for Family Learning Weekend!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1563790</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents & Families: FLW will be June 2nd - 4th. We need your help! Please complete the short survey provided in the attached flyer to assist in the planning of FLW that will provide the best accommodations for parents and families.

Questions? Please contact David Ogle, Parent Outreach Coordinator, at (865) 469-9283 or d.ogle@tsdeaf.org.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2022 13:51:02 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Shared Reading Project Workshop for Beginners - March 6]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1556890</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The TN Deaf Mentor / Parent Advisor Program will be hosting a Shared Reading Project workshop for families with Deaf/Hard of Hearing children ages 0-5 on March 6th. Register in advance using the link provided in the flyer. We hope to see you there!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Jan 2022 07:16:46 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Title 1 Meeting - January 27th]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1556159</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents and Guardians - PLEASE mark your calendars for the annual Title 1 Meeting on January 27th at 7:00 PM EST / 6:00 PM CST. This virtual meeting provides important information to families about curriculum, spending of Title 1 funds, and ways parents can be involved. Register in advance using the link provided in the flyer. We hope to see you there!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jan 2022 08:34:48 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville - Two Hour Weather Delay - Monday 1/3]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1546578</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville will be on a 2-hour weather delay tomorrow, Monday, January 3rd, 2022 for teachers and students. All other staff should plan to arrive on-time or as soon as they are able to safely arrive.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 02 Jan 2022 21:37:37 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Superintendent, Dr. Sandra Edwards, announces Chief Academic Officer & Chief Compliance Officer.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1543283</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Superintendent, Dr. Sandra Edwards, announces Chief Academic Officer & Chief Compliance Officer.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2021 14:51:53 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Holiday Parties at TSD]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1533851</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents and families of students are invited to a holiday party at a campus near you! Activities include sugar cookie decorating, ASL holiday stories, and Signing Santa! Please see the attached flyer for more information.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Nov 2021 07:18:50 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TN Deaf Mentor Program "Meet a Deaf Professional" Webinar - December 9th]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1530069</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families, please join TN Deaf Mentor Program on December 9th at 7:00 pm EST / 6:00 pm CST for the Meet a Deaf Professional Webinar with special guest, Mary Harman, who will discuss "Self-Advocacy in a Hearing World". If you did not receive an email with the Zoom link, please contact Briella Diaz b.diaz@tsdeaf.org. We hope to see you there!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Nov 2021 12:55:39 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pancake and Sausage Day Cancelled]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1514989</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD is sad to announce Pancake and Sausage Day will be cancelled on November 19th. Because of the rising numbers of COVID-19 cases, TSD wants to ensure the safety among students, staff, and the community in limiting visitors on campus. Pancake and Sausage Day is a wonderful tradition that is cherished at TSD and in the Deaf community. We cannot wait to continue the tradition next year. Thank you for your understanding and support of TSD!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Oct 2021 13:33:47 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TN Deaf Mentor Program "Meet a Deaf Professional" Webinar - October 28]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1510810</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families, please join TN Deaf Mentor Program on October 28th at 7:00 pm EST / 6:00 pm CST for the Meet a Deaf Professional Webinar with special guest, Karen Putz, who will discuss "The Importance of Deaf Role Models". If you did not receive an email with the Zoom link, please contact Briella Diaz b.diaz@tsdeaf.org. We hope to see you there!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2021 09:13:16 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tennessee Observer Spring/Summer 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1504124</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[2021 has been an eventful year for Tennessee Schools for the Deaf. Read about TSD's Class of 2021 graduates, TSD's new Superintendent, outreach across the state, newest updates in Student Life, and more in the Tennessee Observer Spring/Summer 2021 Newsletter.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Sep 2021 12:58:02 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville Parent / Family ASL Classes]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1501940</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[ASL classes for TSD Knoxville parents and families will begin October 11th! Classes are currently virtual due to COVID-19. ASL classes are also open to families enrolled in the Deaf Mentor Program and TSD-K Toddler Learning Class. For questions please contact ASL Services, aslservices@tsdeaf.org. Deadline to register is October 8th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Sep 2021 13:22:12 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD 2021 Homecoming Canceled]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1492766</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Because of the rising numbers of COVID-19 cases in the state of Tennessee, TSD has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2021 Homecoming on September 18th (next Saturday).]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Sep 2021 10:55:34 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Updated Football & Volleyball Schedules 9/15/2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1495732</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There have been some changes to TSD's football and volleyball schedules. Please contact Rene' Skelton, Interim. Athletic Director, if you have any questions. Go Vikings!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2021 13:27:39 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TN Deaf Mentor Program "Meet a Deaf Professional" Webinar - September 30]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1493826</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families, please join TN Deaf Mentor Program on September 30th at 7:00 pm EST / 6:00 pm CST for the Meet a Deaf Professional Webinar with special guest, Raven Sutton, who will discuss "Deaf Culture: Music & Dancing". If you did not receive an email with the Zoom link, please contact Briella Diaz b.diaz@tsdeaf.org. We hope to see you there!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2021 10:20:55 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The PTCA of TSD Invites You to Join Us!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1482758</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The PTCA of TSD is a place for parents, teachers, staff, and community supporters to come together to collectively support TSD and share ideas as equals. The PTCA of TSD invites you to join us as we support TSD. For more information, check out the PTCA's Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/ptcaoftsd]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2021 12:17:48 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TN Deaf Mentor Program "Meet a Deaf Professional" Webinar - August 26]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1471488</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families, please join TN Deaf Mentor Program on August 26th 7:00 pm EST / 6:00 pm CST for the Meet a Deaf Professional Webinar with special guest, Sarah Sparks, who will discuss "Audiology & Deaf Culture: Can They Coexist?". If you did not receive an email with the Zoom link, please contact Briella Diaz b.diaz@tsdeaf.org. We hope to see you there!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Aug 2021 10:16:58 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tennessee Schools for the Deaf Announces Next Superintendent - Friday, July 30th, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1470310</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Sandra Edwards has been selected as the next Superintendent of Tennessee Schools for the Deaf.

The search for the next TSD Superintendent began in early March 2021 which produced three finalists, and they were evaluated by a search committee of teachers, staff, parents, community members, and alumni with representation from all three TSD campuses (Knoxville, Nashville, and Jackson). Dr. Josh Mason, Assistant Commissioner of State Special Schools at the Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE), accepted the search committee’s unanimous recommendation of Dr. Sandra Edwards as the next Superintendent of TSD on Monday, July 19, 2021. Full press release from Innivee Strategies can be found on TSD's Superintendent Search page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jul 2021 16:42:04 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tennessee Schools for the Deaf is seeking feedback on our ESSER 3.0 funding plan.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1466471</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As a district, TSD is at a juncture at which we need your input towards ESSER 3.0 funding. Summer break is not the easiest time to connect with our families and community members, but we are asking for your feedback! Thank you for supporting TSD.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jul 2021 08:57:52 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Family Learning Week (FLW): July 12 - July 16]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1459318</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families, please join Parent Outreach on July 12 - 16 for FLW! Family Learning Week will provide seminars about relevant topics to raising children with hearing concerns. To register, please click the link provided in the flyer.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Jun 2021 08:26:16 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ready, Set, Learn! Virtual Literacy Workshop - July 11]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1456904</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families with children 3-5 years old, please join Birth to 5 for Ready, Set, Learn! on July 11th from 2:00-3:30 PM EDT / 1:00-2:30 PM CDT. This virtual workshop is a great opportunity to encourage language development and literacy. For questions, please contact Tracy Duncan @t.duncan@tsdeaf.org.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2021 08:12:26 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Superintendent Search Update - Friday, June 4, 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1452548</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The TSD Superintendent Search Committee has selected Jessica McMahon and Scotty Lee as co-chairs. An update on the search with the ASL video has been posted to the Superintendent Search webpage for review.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Jun 2021 09:25:03 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Superintendent's Message to Families, Staff, and Community Members - Feedback Survey Deadline Extended to 5/31/21]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1447557</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Superintendent's Message to Parents/Families, Staff, and Community Members regarding Program Review Information is available for review on the TSD website. Program Review Feedback forms are due by May 28th. See the Superintendent's Letter to Families, Staff, and Community Members on TSD's website for additional information and links.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 May 2021 15:50:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Program Review Meetings]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1436110</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Program review meetings for parents of current TSD students, alumni, and interested community members will be held this week (May 11th - 14th) for all campuses. Online registration is required to receive the Zoom meeting room information. Registration deadline is Tuesday, May 11th - 12:00 pm EST/11:00 pm EDT.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 May 2021 09:17:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD and Innivee Strategies Announces the Prospectus and Opening of Application Process for Superintendent 4/23/21]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1428434</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tennessee Schools for the Deaf (TSD) and Innivee Strategies announces the Superintendent Prospectus and opening of the application process for the next Superintendent - Friday, April 23, 2021.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Apr 2021 17:52:19 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TDOE Seeks Contractors for Program Review of Tennessee Schools for the Deaf]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1411907</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The department is seeking up to two qualified contractors to conduct a program review at the TSD. This includes the Knoxville campus, Nashville campus, and West Tennessee campus in Jackson. The purpose of the program review is to assess program quality, viability, and facilitate appropriate program improvement.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2021 06:53:24 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[WTSD Recognized as a Model of Demonstration School, Bronze Level, Second Year in a Row]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1402683</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[For the second time, West Tennessee School for the Deaf (WTSD) was recognized as a Model of Demonstration School, Bronze Level, for Response to Instruction and Intervention-Behavior (RTI2-B). Thanks to the tireless work of WTSD's RTI2-B team, WTSD students continue to work toward and get rewarded for fulfilling the expectations of being responsible, respectful, and cooperative with the goal of supporting a positive social and behavioral climate at WTSD.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2021 09:24:53 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TN Deaf Mentor Program "Meet a Deaf Person" Webinar - February 25]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1389020</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families, please join TN Deaf Mentor Program on February 25th 5:00 pm EST / 4:00 pm CST for the Meet a Deaf Person Webinar with special guest, Giuletta Maucere, who will discuss Deaf Athleticism. If you did not receive an email with the Zoom link, please contact Briella Diaz @b.diaz@tsdeaf.org. We hope to see you there!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2021 08:18:42 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Virtual Book Club for Parents of Children with Hearing Concerns]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1362585</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents, are you looking for an opportunity to study together on the journey of raising children with hearing concerns? Parent Outreach has created a virtual book club to do just that! The date, time, and book will be determined by the participants. Please take advantage of the QR code on the flyer to sign up!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2021 07:18:28 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Virtual Family ASL Classes]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1359867</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Virtual family ASL class will begin January 26th! Classes range from ASL 1-3. We welcome all families of TSD students, the Deaf Mentor Program, and Toddler Learning Class. Please register by January 21st!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2021 12:16:54 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Superintendent's Personal Message to TSD Staff, Students, Parents, and Community 12/18/2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1358598</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Superintendent's Personal Message to TSD Staff, Students, Parents, and Community 12/18/2020 Regarding Her Decision to Retire 6/30/2021]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2020 12:05:40 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville to Continue Virtual Learning Through 1/8/2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1358149</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville to Continue Virtual Learning Through Friday, January 8th. Students will return to campus for instruction on Monday, January 11, 2021.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2020 17:02:29 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Superintendent's Message to TSD Knoxville Parents & Families 2/14/2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1387313</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville will have in-person learning for day students & Bus 1 students Tuesday 2/16 - Friday 2/19. All other bus students will transition to virtual learning this week due to the impending winter storm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 14 Feb 2021 13:40:08 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville - One Hour Weather Delay - Thursday 2/18]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1387881</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville will be on a one-hour weather delay for both in-person and virtual learning on Thursday, February 18th (9:00 am EST). Central Office and support staff report as usual. Contact your direct supervisor if you are not able to arrive on-time.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2021 18:02:36 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tennessee Schools for the Deaf Announces Director of Schools Retirement 12-16-2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1357361</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tennessee Schools for the Deaf Announces Director of Schools Retirement
Seeks Interested Applicants for TSD Director of Schools 12-16-2020]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 19 Dec 2020 08:18:19 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville Transitions to Virtual Learning 12/10-12/18/2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1353267</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville students will participate in classes through virtual learning (online) December 10th through December 18th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2020 12:19:11 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Superintendent's Letter Regarding Basketball Season and Our Annual Pancake and Sausage day. 11/11/20]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1337111</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Superintendent's Letter Regarding Basketball Season and Our Annual Pancake and Sausage day. 11/11/20]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2020 08:46:49 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Virtual ASL Family Classes - Beginning 10/19]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1314814</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD's Virtual ASL Family Classes will begin October 19, 2020 
Register now to attend]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2020 16:24:40 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2019-2020 Virtual Athletic Awards Show]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1311807</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 2019-2020 Athletic Awards Banquet generally scheduled in May of each year had to be canceled for spring 2020 due to COVID-19 and school closure. Each coach created a video to award students for their achievements virtually at the end of the school year with trophies being given to the chosen athletes in fall 2020. 
 
Congratulations all TSD Viking Athletes on your hard work and accomplishments in 2019-2020!
 
*Note: All videos are in ASL with captions (no audio).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2020 12:03:51 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tennessee Observer Spring/Summer 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1301681</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[2020 has been an eventful year for Tennessee Schools for the Deaf. Read about TSD's Class of 2020 graduates, spring activities, outreach in the state, and reopening the schools for the 2020-2021 school year following the COVID-19 pandemic in Tennessee Observer Spring/Summer 2020 Newsletter. 
 
Past editions of the Tennessee Observer are available for review on the TSD Newsletter webpage.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2020 06:46:38 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville - One-Hour Weather Delay Tuesday 12/1]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1346626</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville - One-Hour Weather Delay Tuesday 12/1 for teachers and students (on-campus and virtual learning). Central Office staff report at regular time.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2020 18:19:41 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Superintendent's Message on Fall Sports & Homecoming 8/19/2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1278247</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Superintendent's Message on Fall Sports & Homecoming 8/19/2020

ASL, English, and Spanish (Espanol) versions below]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2020 18:17:37 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Aspen Training on Zoom - August 20th]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1276818</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents & Guardians of TSD Knoxville, TSD Nashville, and WTSD -

Please join us on Thursday, August 20th from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm ET / 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CT for Aspen training on Zoom. We plan to cover basic Aspen navigation including finding schedules, grades, and assignments. Additionally, we will locate IEP documents for downloading and review.

* Please check your email for the Zoom link. If you did not receive an email, please email PortalHelp@tsdeaf.org.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2020 12:47:27 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Class of 2020 Virtual Commencement]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1306948</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tennessee School for the Deaf, Knoxville will host the Class of 2020 Virtual Commencement on Thursday, October 8, 2020 - 7:00 - 8:00 pm EST (6:00-7:00 pm CST). 

Commencement Speaker: Christopher D. Johnson, M.A.

*The Class of 2020 Virtual Commencement will be streamed live on the Tennessee Schools for the Deaf Facebook page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2020 07:40:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD's Parent COVID-19 FAQ for School-Reopening Posted 8/14/2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1274820</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD's Parent COVID-19 FAQ for School-Reopening Posted 8/14/2020 (see the PDF on the bottom of the page)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2020 19:22:57 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville - Superintendent's Letter to Families 8/14/2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1274793</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville - Superintendent's Letter to Families 8/14/2020]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2020 18:51:31 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville - School Opening Delay Announcement 8/6/2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1267725</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Superintendent Dr. Vicki Kirk has announced that TSD Knoxville will delay school opening until Monday, August 17, 2020. More information is available on the TSD COVID-19 Superintendent's Messages webpage.  (English and Espanol versions of the letter and ASL version)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2020 11:47:54 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD's Reopening Schools - Guidance Document posted]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1262830</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tennessee Schools for the Deaf (all campuses) is preparing for the re-opening of schools for the 2020-2021 school year following the planned calendar dates for each campus. After receiving feedback from staff and parents/families, the final "Reopening Schools - A Guidance Document for Tennessee Schools for the Deaf" has been posted and is available on the TSD COVID-19 webpage (7/29/2020).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2020 16:24:49 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD's Central Leadership Team (CLT) Message - Supporting BIPOC Students and Staff]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1264054</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD's Central Leadership Team (CLT) Message - Supporting BIPOC Students and Staff as we prepare for and begin the 2020-2021 school year - posted 7/31/2020

ASL video and English (PDF)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2020 21:28:47 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Schools (all campuses) Virtual Learning Plan In Response to COVID-19]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1257645</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[For the 2020-21 school year, Tennessee Schools for the Deaf (TSD) families have the option to attend their designated state special school for the deaf campus or participate in virtual learning through their designated campus location. With either option, all students are expected to maintain sufficient academic progress. This document provides an outline of the procedures and expectations for families and students who chose to enroll in TSD’s Virtual Learning Plan (VLP).

Parents interested in enrolling their student in the VLP should review the Virtual Learning Plan and submit the Virtual Learning Plan Application - due Friday, July 24, 2020 - 11:59 pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2020 15:26:06 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Class of 2020 Graduation Information: Letter from Principal Jessica McMahon]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1256059</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2020 12:21:16 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Informational Meetings for Parents & Families (all campuses)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1252478</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tennessee Schools for the Deaf will host Informational Meetings online regarding the re-opening of school for the 2020-2021 school year for parents and families July 7th, 14th, 15th, and 16th. Parents and families must register for each meeting they plan to attend.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2020 11:11:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[We Miss You!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1235722</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1235722</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[A message from TSD Knoxville's Student Life staff to residential students . . . WE MISS YOU!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2020 16:48:41 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[28th Annual Educational Interpreters Institute Webinar: June 22-24]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1235664</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us and special guest, Molly O'Hara, on June 22-24 for the 28th Annual Educational Interpreters Institute Webinar. This webinar is limited to K-12 educational interpreters who live and/or work in the state of Tennessee. Deadline to register is June 10th. The cost is $30; payments will be accepted by check only and due by June 15th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2020 13:49:27 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Virtual Family Learning Weekend]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1225904</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Family Learning Weekends are a free opportunity for parents of deaf and hard of hearing children to come together and learn from professionals. Join us on Saturday, May 30 from 9 AM - 11 AM EST / Saturday, June 13 from 10 AM - 12 PM EST.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2020 08:50:45 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Letter from the Director of Instruction, Lisa Collins, to Parents and Guardians]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1205445</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1205445</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Letter regarding school updates from the Director of Instruction, Lisa Collins, to parents and guardians.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2020 08:19:12 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Schools (all campuses) will remain closed through the end of the current school year.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1211278</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1211278</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[In accordance with Governor Lee's recommendation for all Tennessee schools on Wednesday, April 15th, Tennessee Schools for the Deaf (all campuses) will remain closed through the end of the 2019-2020 school year.  The Superintendent's Letter to TSD Parents/Families is available on the COVID-19 webpage.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2020 19:04:18 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Updates 3/19/2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1191585</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD updates 3/19/2020]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2020 12:25:47 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Announces a New App for School News, Events, and Push Notifications!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1191280</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tennessee Schools for the Deaf has a new app for school news, events, and push notifications. Information on downloading the app with a QR code is provided in this announcement. Search for Tennessee Schools for the Deaf after downloading the app.

TSD wants to thank Edlio for their support of schools and providing the app during this unprecedented time!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2020 08:47:34 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Updates 3/26/2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1197387</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tennessee Schools for the Deaf, all campuses, will be closed through April 24, 2020. TSD Knoxville residential students will return to campus on Sunday April 26th and classes will resume for all campuses on Monday, April 27th. For more detailed information including online learning for students, review the TSD COVID-19 Superintendent's Letters and Updates.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2020 07:56:34 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Launches New Webpages on COVID-19 and Important Information for TSD]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1185226</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tennessee Schools for the Deaf (TSD) has launched a new set of webpages on the COVID-19 virus with information from reputable sources and information in ASL and English about the impacts on TSD, including videos of the Superintendent's information. 

TSD is committed to providing our students, staff, and the community important information in ASL and English as we are able to put it together. Keep and eye on our TSD COVID-19 webpage for updates from TSD.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2020 12:58:26 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville - 175th Anniversary Gala Celebration Postponed]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1182690</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The TSD Knoxville 175th Anniversary Committee regrets to inform you that the April 3 - 4, 2020 Gala Event will be postponed to a later date. The event is not cancelled, only postponed. Keep an eye on the TSD website and Facebook pages for the future date.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2020 19:28:35 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[*Update* Tennessee K-12 Educational Interpreters Webinar - Friday, April 24, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1177074</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1177074</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[FAQs on Educational Interpreting - Free Webinar for Tennessee K-12 Educational Interpreters on Friday, April 24, 2020]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2020 12:45:31 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual TSD Youth Art Show Celebrates 175 Years]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1162956</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join TSD Knoxville’s Upper School Art students as they host the annual TSD Youth Art Show. This event is free and open to the public on March 12th from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm.

Please contact Tina-Margaret Steele, tm.steele@tsdeaf.org, for more information.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2020 09:46:03 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ready, Set, Learn! in Chattanooga, TN]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1163779</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1163779</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Join the Birth-5 Parent Outreach team and other families for a two-hour, hands-on workshop: "Transportation Unit". In addition, you will have the opportunity to talk with Teachers of the Deaf about your specific concerns. Ready, Set, Learn! will take place at Partnership Services for Family, Children, and Adults in Chattanooga, TN on April 26, 2020 from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2020 09:02:07 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Come celebrate TSD's 175th anniversary with us on April 3-4!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1166112</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Come one and come all to help us celebrate 175 years of Tennessee School for the Deaf on April 3-4! The 175th committee has a lot of fun events planned including the 175th BBQ Banquet, the "PAH!" Gala, and more. Please have your payments completed by March 6th, 2020 as payments will not be accepted at the door on the day of event. For more questions and information, please contact Anna Austin (a.austin@tsdeaf.org) and Penny Oaks (p.oaks@tsdeaf.org)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2020 19:14:11 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Upper School History Department hosts Chick-fil-A Fundraiser on March 5th!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1170952</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Upper School History Department is hosting a community-wide Chick-fil-A
Dinner Fundraiser on Thursday, March 5th, from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm in the
Dining Hall to raise money for events and field trips. Plates will be $6 each and includes nuggets, chips, drink, and dessert! Please see the flyer attached for more information.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2020 06:22:41 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tennessee Observer Fall 2019 Newsletter Now Available]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1162123</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Tennessee Observer Fall 2019 Newsletter is now available on the TSD Website (About Us > Newsletter).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2020 09:37:32 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville on one-hour weather delay Friday 2/21]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1169155</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville will be operating on a one-hour weather delay on Friday, February 21, 2020.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2020 17:40:46 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Family ASL Class Kicking off January 21st!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1149133</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Parent Outreach K-12 Program encourages all parents and family of deaf / hard of hearing children to participate in Family ASL Classes every Tuesday beginning on January 21st. Classes range from Intermediate to Beginner 2. Experience in ASL or no experience, all family members are welcome!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2020 13:25:25 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville - Parent / Family Night - December 9th, 2019]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1130071</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us at TSD Knoxville on December 9th from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM as we engage in an interactive discussion related to Bilingual Education and how it is used the classroom. We will also have holiday-themed ASL storytelling as part of the activity! This event is free of charge & interpreters will be provided.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 01 Dec 2019 13:10:33 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent/Family Bilingual Meeting @ TSD Knoxville - Video Archive]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1126412</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Parent/Family Bilingual Information Meeting was held on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at the TSD Knoxville campus. The video archive is available for viewing.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2019 10:40:26 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Join Mom's Night at Honeybee Coffee on Friday, November 1st!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1105396</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Deaf moms and moms of Deaf are invited to enjoy coffee and conversation at Honeybee Coffee on Friday, November 1st at 7:00 PM. We invite you to come for a relaxing evening with an amazing group of Supermoms! 

Questions? Contact David Ogle: d.ogle@tsdeaf.org / (865) 469-9283]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2019 13:44:43 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTCA's 60th Annual Pancake & Sausage Day will be held on November 27th, 2019!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1101318</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are excited to announce PTCA's 60th Annual Pancake & Sausage Day will be held on November 27th, 2019 at TSD Knoxville! There will be breakfast served from 7:00 AM - 11:30 AM along with door prizes, silent auction, crafts, white elephant booth, yummy baked goods and more. Breakfast tickets are $5 each and children 10 and under are $2.50 each. We hope to see you there!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2019 09:30:10 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville Opening One-hour Late 12/11/19]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1137124</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville Opening One-hour Late 12/11/19

Teachers and students report one-hour late, staff report as scheduled but are encouraged to exercise caution and notify their immediate supervisor of delayed arrival.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2019 04:34:59 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Statewide Outreach Workshop - Saturday, November 9th, 2019]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1100450</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Statewide Outreach Workshop will be held on Saturday, November 9th at TSD Nashville. Register for free online!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2019 10:52:36 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ASL Storytelling by Dack Virnig on October 16th!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1099976</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Recreation Department presents ASL Storyteller, Dack Virnig, at TSD Knoxville on October 16th from 6:15 PM - 8:00 PM. All are welcome!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2019 14:55:37 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bilingual Parent/Family Information Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1120498</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join us for Bilingual Parent/Family Information Meetings at TSD Knoxville Tuesday, November 12th 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM ET, or, at TSD Nashville Friday, November 15th 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM CT. All parents/family are encouraged to come learn about TSD's approach to bilingual education!

*The TSD Knoxville Bilingual Parent Information Meeting will be streamed live on TSD's Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/tennesseeschoolsforthedeaf/]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2019 10:32:33 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville - Opening 2 Hours Late - Tue 11/12]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1122904</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville will open 2 hours late due to inclement weather. Teachers and Students report at 10:00 am. Staff should report at regular time but are encouraged to exercise caution, contact your immediate supervisor to report delayed arrivals.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2019 04:58:20 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville Student Life Video Ad for Hiring Positions Dean and Youth Service Worker 1]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1097456</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville Student Life Department is seeking applications for Dean and Youth Service Worker 1. To apply, go to the Employment Opportunities webpage on the TSD site.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2019 15:08:22 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville 175th Anniversary Information]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1095633</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville announces dates for the 175th Anniversary Celebration - March 29 - April 4, 2020]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:24:47 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee Break: A Virtual Parent Meeting for Children 0-5 with Hearing Loss]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1092116</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join the Birth - Five Parent Outreach team the 2nd and 4th Tuesday night of each month at 8:00 PM from the comfort of your own home! Information will be shared from parents and professionals who help answer questions about raising a child with hearing loss. To join please contact Alisa Weeks, a.weeks@tsdeaf.org.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Sep 2019 10:28:42 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Come Join 4D (Deaf Dads and Dads of Deaf) at Honeybee Coffee on Friday, October 4th!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1082384</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[4D (Deaf Dads and Dads of Deaf) will meet Friday, October 4th from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Honeybee Coffee. Come enjoy coffee and conversation with Deaf Dads and Dads of Deaf! 
 
Questions? Contact David Ogle: d.ogle@tsdeaf.org / (865) 469-9283]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2019 12:23:10 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Family ASL Class Kicking off September 10th!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1074113</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Parent Outreach K-12 Program encourages all parents and family of deaf / hard of hearing children to participate in Family ASL Classes beginning on September 10th from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Come and receive information about class levels, placement and childcare. Experience in ASL or no experience, all family members are welcomed!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Aug 2019 14:36:39 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dr. Wyatte Hall - "The Hidden Social Epidemic of Language Deprivation"]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1062684</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Department of Instruction presents guest speaker Dr. Wyatte Hall, Research Assistant Professor at the University of Rochester Medical Center, to discuss "The Hidden Social Epidemic of Language Deprivation". This event will be held at TSD Knoxville's Ward Building Auditorium on August 30, 2019. All educators, parents and stakeholders are welcome!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Aug 2019 06:33:57 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Introducing the Raptor Visitor Management System!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1069639</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD is pleased to announce that we are using the Raptor Visitor Management System to strengthen our program of campus safety for students and faculty. The Raptor system will enable us to screen visitors, contractors, and volunteers in our schools and provide a safer environment for everyone.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Aug 2019 12:18:10 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Celebrate Deaf Awareness Month @ Ijams Quarry Wed 9/18]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1089435</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Student Life Rec program will be celebrating Deaf Awareness Month on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 from 5:30-7:30 pm at Ijams Quarry. Everyone is invited to attend! We hope you will join us!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Sep 2019 19:44:36 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ready, Set, Learn!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1069024</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join the Birth-5 Parent Outreach team and other families for a two-hour, hands-on workshop: "Transportation Unit". In addition, you will have the opportunity to talk with Teachers of the Deaf about your specific concerns. Ready, Set, Learn! will take place in Chattanooga, TN on September 28, 2019 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Aug 2019 08:08:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SKI-HI Deaf Mentor Contractual Positions Available]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1065724</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[SKI-HI Deaf Mentor contractual positions are now available. A Deaf Mentor provides family-centered information and guidance for families with deaf / hard of hearing / deaf-blind children. 

For questions, please contact Tracy Duncan - t.duncan@tsdeaf.org.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Aug 2019 14:43:51 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Director of Instruction Letter to Parents for the 2019-2020 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1063830</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Director of Instruction, Lisa Collins, letter to parents for the beginning of the 2019-2020 school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jul 2019 08:38:08 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Family Learning Day in Johnson City, TN - July 20, 2019]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1059940</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Family Learning Day will be held in Johnson City on June 20, 2019 from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM EST. There will be a variety of fun activities and workshops for parents and kids including Deaf Storytelling, Arts & Crafts, Deaf Adult Panel and many more. The cost of the event is $5.00 per person with a maximum of $20.00 per family. Please click the link provided to register!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jul 2019 07:19:52 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[175th Anniversary T-shirts On Sale!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1044989</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville is selling 175th Anniversary T-shirts to support the year-long celebration through April, 2020.

To purchase shirts, contact Ethan Pritchard - e.pritchard@tsdeaf.org or MaNeesha McIlwain - m.mcilwain@tsdeaf.org]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jul 2019 14:43:16 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[NIAAA recognizes Luke Benson as a Certified Athletic Administrator]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1038808</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The NIAAA announced on Monday, May 6, 2019 that Luke Benson has been recognized as a Certified Athletic Administrator.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2019 12:17:59 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Camille Benson recognized as the Outstanding American History Teacher by the Emory Road DAR Chapter]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1012984</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Emory Road Daughters of the American Revolution recognized Camille Benson as the Outstanding American History Teacher on Saturday, March 16, 2019.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2019 07:39:07 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The 3 Bears Group Decorates the Rock]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1012055</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 3 Bears Group painted the rock just in time for Spring!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2019 15:22:32 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Featured in The Blackburn Report]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1012050</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn featured some of our students in her newsletter, The Blackburn Report! She said, "This week, I welcomed an amazing group of students from the Tennessee School for the Deaf to my office in Washington, D.C.  I am so happy to continue working with the School for the Deaf to enrich the lives of their students and their community."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2019 19:39:23 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee Break: A Parent Event for Children Birth to Five with Hearing Concerns - Chattanooga]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1010621</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us on March 23 for Coffee Break! This meeting is for families who have a child identified with a hearing concern. Class size is limited, so please register today at this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3V5DQP5]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2019 19:52:11 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee Break: A Parent Event for Children Birth to Five with Hearing Concerns - Elizabethton]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1010617</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us on March 16, 2019 for Coffee Break! This meeting is for families who have a child identified with a hearing concern. Class size is limited, so please register today at this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3V5DQP5]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2019 19:40:21 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Family Learning Weekend Summer Events 2019]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1007602</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Family Learning Weekend and Family Learning Day events are now open for registration! These events are scheduled across the state and will occur between May and July. We hope you will make the Family Learning Events part of your family plans this summer!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2019 12:18:09 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TLC/Preschool Parent Training & Deaf Panel]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1007233</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Toddler Learning Class and Preschool teams had an AMAZING parent training for the month of February!
All of elementary school parents were invited to attend. The panelists told about their own experiences and communication barriers they experienced growing up. Thank you to our panelists and our parents for attending]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2019 08:44:37 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent & Family ASL Classes]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1005429</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[ASL Classes specifically for parents and families of Deaf and Hard of Hearing children will be held on Tuesday's (ASL 1 - 6:00-7:00 pm, ASL 2 - 7:00-8:00 pm) in the TSD Knoxville Elementary School Library.

For more information, contact David Ogle - d.ogle@tsdeaf.org]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Mar 2019 09:04:19 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[4D = Deaf Dads and Dads of Deaf, Friday, March 8, 2019]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1005410</link>
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4D = Deaf Dads and Dads of Deaf coffee and conversation will be held Friday, March 8, 2019 from 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Location: Honeybee Coffee, 700 Sevier Ave., Knoxville, TN 37920]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Mar 2019 08:55:10 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville will host a College & Career Readiness Fair - Thursday, March 14th, 2019]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville will host a College & Career Readiness Fair - Thursday, March 14th, 2019 from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm at the Alan J. Mealka High School.

Post-secondary institutions and service providers for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing will be on hand to discuss their services. 

For more information, contact Theron Strickland - t.strickland@tsdeaf.org.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Mar 2019 08:20:34 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Education and Advocacy Summit - 2/26-2/27/19]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1002383</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Students attend the Education and Advocacy Summit - 2/26-2/27/19 at the Laurent Clerc Center in Washington, DC.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 2019 07:38:37 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Culinary Arts & STEP featured in the Knoxville News Sentinel 2/12/19]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Knoxville News Sentinel highlights the Culinary Arts & STEP program on February 12, 2019. The printed article will be available in the newspaper on February 13, 2019.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2019 06:19:50 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD’s Bilingual Committee Preparing for the Future]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Bilingual Committee at Tennessee Schools for the Deaf spent two days preparing for the future.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 02 Feb 2019 19:47:01 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[WTSD Interactive Read Aloud]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[First grade students in Ms. Erin's and Ms. Renee's classes are eager to read and learn about the life cycle of plants. Their vocabulary is growing and they are really enjoying the interactive read aloud!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Jan 2019 07:40:51 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville closed due to illness 2/18 and 2/19]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/995809</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville campus will be closed for teachers and staff on Monday, February 18th and Tuesday, February 19th due to illness.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2019 08:11:33 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[WTSD Language for Littles - January 2019]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/977791</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Language for Littles provides a place for families to come together and build relationships with other families, adults who are deaf/hard of hearing, and professionals.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Jan 2019 07:16:29 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville Pancake & Sausage Day - Friday, December 14, 2018]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The annual Pancake & Sausage Day at TSD Knoxville will be held on Friday, December 14, 2018 from 7:00 am - 11:30 am.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 2018 06:27:32 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tennessee Department of Education Commissioner Candice McQueen announced the appointment of Dr. Kirk as TSD Superintendent 11/28/18]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Candice McQueen announced on Wednesday, November 28, 2018 that Dr. Vicki Kirk has been appointed to serve as the full-time Superintendent of Tennessee Schools for the Deaf beginning January 1, 2019. 

Dr. Kirk met with TSD staff Wednesday afternoon to follow-up on the announcement. The video of her meeting with TSD staff is posted with this information as well.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2018 18:48:12 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville - One-hour delay on Wednesday 1/30]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/985175</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville - One-hour delay on Wednesday 1/30]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2019 19:20:12 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville Closed Mon 1/21 - Optional for Central Office Staff]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/979381</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Knoxville will be closed for inclement weather on Monday 1/21. Central Office Staff have the option of reporting for work or taking the state holiday. Managers please inform staff of the option.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 20 Jan 2019 07:22:16 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[WBIR Channel 10 News Visits TSDK's Culinary Arts Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/919663</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[WBIR Channel 10 News visited TSDK's Culinary Arts Program on Tuesday, September 18th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 06 Oct 2018 11:53:55 -0500</pubDate>
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