👷♀️🚧 Last week, some of our female students had the amazing opportunity to attend SheDig!
They explored careers in construction and heavy machine operation, learning hands-on what it’s like to work in these fields. 💪✨
What a great experience to open doors and inspire future possibilities! 💚💛🦁
#stritaschoolforthedeaf #shedig #futureleaders #careerexploration
Ms. Kindra's and Ms. Nanci's class took a virtual field trip to Wittenbach Apple Orchard in Michigan.
Students learned about how apples are grown and harvested, and enjoyed the fun way to explore agriculture without leaving the classroom. Thank you, Wittenbach Apple Orchard!
#stritaschoolforthedeaf #virtualfieldtrip #handsonlearning #applefarm
Last Friday, our 3–6 students got creative in science by attempting to make their own bouncy balls! 🏀
The perfect way to end the week while learning something new. 💚💛🦁
#stritaschoolforthedeaf #fridayfun #handsonlearning
She planned a few exciting activities for our students to enjoy in the hours leading up to dismissal. Check out these moments of laughter, teamwork, and smiles! 💚💛🦁
#stritaschoolforthedeaf #earlyreleaseday #funlearning
Picture Day is coming!
Friendly reminder! School Picture Day is on September 23!
Please make sure your child does not wear green… or they might turn invisible in the photos! 💚🚫👻
We can’t wait to see all those smiles! 💛🦁
#stritaschoolforthedeaf #picturedaysmiles
Today was our first afterschool STEM Club class, and we’d have to say the afternoon was a total success! 😀
Our students jumped right into hands-on activities, exploring, building, and learning together. We can’t wait to see what they’ll create next! 💚💛🦁
#stritaschoolforthedeaf #stemclub #handsonlearning
🖌 Mrs. Kim’s class got creative today by practicing letter writing with paint! 🎨
Hands-on activities like this make learning fun and help build fine motor skills while exploring letters in a colorful way. 💚💛🦁
#stritaschoolforthedeaf #handsonlearning #earlyliteracy
🙏✨ We’re excited to share some wonderful opportunities for our St. Rita families and the Deaf community to come together in faith, fellowship, and learning with Fr. Charles this fall.
Saturdays — St. Christopher Parish, Vandalia
Join other Deaf families at 2:00 PM for activities and learning, followed by Mass at 3:00 PM.
Sundays — St. Rita Chapel
Celebrate Mass at 10:30 AM right here on campus and enjoy fellowship with our school and parish community.
Deaf Retreat: Ask, Seek, Knock — October 18th
A special day of reflection, growth, and strengthening faith with the Deaf community. (Flyer coming soon!)
We’d love to see you at these events ! All are welcome! Please share with friends and families in the Deaf community.
#stritaschoolforthedeaf #deafcommunity #faithandfellowship
🏎️🍓 To end our lesson about wheels we had the students sort the cereal to the color of the cars! They used the cereal as the wheels and even got to eat it when they were done . They absolutely loved it !
#stritaschoolforthedeaf #handsonlearning #lionpride #earlylearning #funwithfood
Please plan ahead for pickup ! School will dismiss earlier at 11 am!
We hope everyone enjoys a great afternoon! 💛💚✈️
#earlyrelease #stritaschoolforthedeaf #soaringtonewheights
In Work Study class we focus on developing job and daily living skills. We are currently learning about the Metro!
Practicing real-world skills that will help them move confidently and independently. 💚💛🦁
#stritaschoolforthedeaf #workstudy #lifeskills #independence
Did you know… Thomas Edison, one of the most famous inventors in history, was deaf in one ear and hard of hearing in the other? 🔊 He created over 1,200 inventions including the electric light bulb, phonograph, and motion picture camera. Edison often said his deafness was a blessing because it helped him focus on his work. 💡
For more information: https://gallaudet.edu/student-success/tutorial-center/english-center/reading-esl/esl-practice-reading-exercises/biography-of-thomas-edison/
#deafawarenessmonth #stritaschoolforthedeaf #thomasedison
⛵ Today in Ms. Kindra’s class, our students built their own Mayflower as part of their unit on the 13 Colonies!
They’ve been learning about early American history and had so much fun bringing it to life through this hands-on project. 💚💛🦁
#stritaschoolforthedeaf #handsonlearning #13colonies #mayflower
🎲📕 Roll & Read fun from last Friday in Mrs. Kim’s room! Our students had a blast rolling dice and reading their way through words, smiles and learning everywhere! 💚💛🦁
#stritaschoolforthedeaf #rollandread #lionpride
Preschool fun + life skills! In our preschool social skills group this week, we learned all about rules and taking turns with our pathologists, Ms. Kim and Ms. Meg
What better way to practice than with a game of UNO? 🃏 The students had a blast while learning!
Thank you, Mrs. Kim and Ms. Meg, for teaching these important skills. 💚💛
#handsonlearning #preschool #socialskills #stritaschoolforthedeaf #soaringtonewheights
Real-world learning in action! ☕️ After practicing how to navigate the Metro, our students put their communication skills to the test by ordering at Starbucks with Ms. Molly and Ms. Nichol!
This is part of our Workforce Development Program, led by Ms. Molly and Ms. Nichol, where high school students gain hands-on experience to build independence, learn job and life skills, and prepare for a smooth transition into the real world after graduation. 💚💛
#workstudyskills #transitiontosuccess #deafeducation #stritaschoolforthedeaf #soaringtonewheights
💚 Win prizes. 💛 Change lives.
The Makers of Miracles Grand Raffle is underway and your ticket now gives you 61 chances to win from October 2025 to June 2026!
$2,500 Early Bird prize (Feb 13)
Monthly prizes from $100–$1,000
A $25,000 Grand Prize (April 7, 2026!)
Every ticket supports the incredible students at St. Rita School for the Deaf and shares the inspiring story of our Deaf teacher, Ms. Megan. 🦁
🎟️ Get your tickets here:
https://www.srsdeaf.org/o/srs/page/makers-of-miracles-grand-raffle
#stritaschoolforthedeaf #makersofmiracles #grandraffle2025 #deafeducation #supportourstudents
#wellnesswednesday #mentalhealthmatters #stritaschoolforthedeaf #soaringtonewheights
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” — Psalm 34:18 ✝️
May we continue to pray for peace, healing, and unity in our nation and throughout the world. 💙🤍❤️
#neverforget #911remembrance #prayfortheworld #stritaschoolforthedeaf
Super creativity in action for Deaf Awareness Month! Ms. Megan N.’s K-2 Deaf class read “Doodle Cat Wears a Cape” and then brought the story to life. 🐱🦸♂️
Not only did they make a video, but they also designed their very own capes using permanent markers and watercolor paints. Totally awesome! 💚💛
See the video HERE: https://youtu.be/NbuhzgyXwV0
