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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[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[Tennessee Statewide Conference has been Cancelled]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 2024 TN Statewide Conference has been cancelled. Refunds are available for attendees, presenters, sponsors, and partners. Please contact Kristy Solomon at k.solomon@tsdeaf.org for more information.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 12:27:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTCA Membership Meeting; Pancake & Sausage Event 11/18/22]]></title>
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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[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[Statewide Conference for Families, Professionals, and Community: Building Strong Connections - April 14-15, 2023]]></title>
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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[TSDN Winter Carnival for Families of TSDN and Deaf Mentor/Parent Advisor Program]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families of TSDN and Deaf Mentor/Parent Advisor Program, You're invited to TSDN Winter Carnival! 
Familias de TSDN y Programa de Mentores sordos/Asesoradores, ¡estas invitado al Carnaval de Invierno de TSDN!
عائلات TSDN وبرنامج المرشد الصم / مستشار الوالدين، أنت مدعو إلى كرنفال TSDN الشتوي!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2023 13:24:54 -0600</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>
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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[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[TSDN & WTSD Closed Friday 2/4 Due to Inclement Weather]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1564957</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Nashville and WTSD will be closed tomorrow, Friday, February 4th due to inclement weather.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Feb 2022 19:57:42 -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>
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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>
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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[TSDN Closed Thursday 1/20 Due to Inclement Weather]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Nashville will be closed today, Thursday, January 20th due to inclement weather.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jan 2022 06:58:53 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Nashville - Two Hour Weather Delay - Tuesday 1/18]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1554514</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Nashville will be on a 2-hour weather delay tomorrow - Tuesday, January 18th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jan 2022 18:59:38 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSDN Closed Monday 1/3 due to Inclement Weather]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1546623</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Nashville will be closed Monday, January 3rd due to inclement weather.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Jan 2022 06:11:15 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Superintendent, Dr. Sandra Edwards, announces Chief Academic Officer & Chief Compliance Officer.]]></title>
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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>
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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[Families, Infants, and Toddlers (FIT) Class Begins January 2022!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1527295</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Nov 2021 15:19:12 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSDN Spirit Week - November 1-5]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1520926</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[It's Spirit Week at TSDN! Students and staff - be sure to dress up with school spirit all week! #PurplePride]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Nov 2021 07:04:16 -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[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[TSDN will be on a one-hour delay due to inclement weather Mon 2/22]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1391691</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Nashville will be on a one-hour delay due to inclement weather on Monday, February 22nd.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 21 Feb 2021 19:08:52 -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 Nashville will continue virtual learning on Tuesday, February 16th due to inclement weather]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1385235</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Nashville will continue virtual learning on Tuesday, February 16th due to inclement weather.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2021 14:15:38 -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[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[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'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'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[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[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>
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					<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 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 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>
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					<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 3/26/2020]]></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[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[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[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[Play date! Come play together!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1078818</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Birth - Five Parent Outreach Department is presenting "Play Date! Come Play Together!" Learn about the Toddler Learning Center program at TSD Nashville, meet other parents and have social time with other children. This event will take place at TSD Nashville from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. 

Please respond to Tracy Duncan t.duncan@tsdeaf.org by September 12th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2019 14:24:08 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSDN will be closed 3/4-3/6 due to inclement weather]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1176238</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Nashville will be closed Wednesday, March 4 through Friday, March 6, 2020 due to the severe weather experienced in the area on Monday night and Tuesday morning. Classes will resume on Monday, March 9, 2020.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2020 20:16:57 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Nashville Closed Tue 3/3]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1175368</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Nashville closed Tuesday, March 3, 2020 due to inclement weather.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2020 05:49:19 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSD Nashville closed Fri 2/7]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1161940</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Nashville is closed Friday 2/7 due to inclement weather.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2020 04:36:11 -0600</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[Santa Claus Visited TSD-Nashville]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/987760</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Along with a visit from Santa Claus to TSDN, the students also enjoying storytelling and special gifts from Tennessee School for the Blind.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 02 Feb 2019 20:45:41 -0600</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 Nashville will be on a 2-hour weather delay - 11/12/19]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/1122916</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSD Nashville will be on a 2-hour weather delay on Tuesday, November 12, 2019. Teachers and Students report at 9:30 am. Staff should arrive at normal time, but are encouraged to use caution and contact their immediate supervisor if there will be a delayed arrival.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2019 05:43:58 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TSDN Parent Testimonials]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/987759</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[TSDN opened August, 2018 and parents are sharing their thoughts on the school.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Feb 2019 15:15:57 -0600</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[TSD’s Bilingual Committee Preparing for the Future]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/987751</link>
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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[Tennessee Department of Education Commissioner Candice McQueen announced the appointment of Dr. Kirk as TSD Superintendent 11/28/18]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/957560</link>
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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 Nashville Open House 10/26/18]]></title>
				<link>http://www.tsdeaf.org/apps/news/article/932093</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Open House at TSD Nashville on Friday, October 26, 2018.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2018 18:49:20 -0600</pubDate>
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