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07/01/2024

And that's a wrap for our 2024 Summer Youth Camps! We had so much fun. Join us next year! 🙌

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Video Desc: A compilation of short clips showcasing campers engaging in various activities throughout our summer camps, including ice breakers, visits to Washington D.C., classroom instructions, Six Flags adventures, museum tours, and sports activities.

06/07/2024

Excitement is in the air as we countdown to just one week until the exhilarating start of the 2024 Summer Youth Camps at Gallaudet University! We are excited to welcome all our eager campers ready to dive into an unforgettable adventure across programs like Bison Sports Camp, Discover Careers and Colleges, Financial Wizards, GenCyber, and Immerse Into ASL. Get ready to meet our SUBLIME SYC staff!

Photo Carousel Desc: All graphics feature an Instagram frame with "2024 Summer Youth Camps Staff" text at the top. At the bottom of the frame, include each staff member's full name, pronouns, and role. The Gallaudet University logo appears in the top right corner of the frame, and the frame borders each staff member's portrait. 1) Corrie Ballentine, She/Her, Camp Counselor 2) Chanel Bonheyo, She/Her, Youth Programs Manager 3) Shane Carrizales, He/Him, Team Leader 4) Dania Collins, She/Her, Camp Counselor 5) Kyle Florio, He/Him. Camp Counselor 6) Pablo Gonzalez Jr, He/Him, Team Leader 7) Casey Johnson-Pasqua, She/Her, Youth Programs Coordinator - Staff 8) DeMontae Joseph, He/Him, Camp Counselor 9) Jett Kelly, He/Him, Camp Counselor 10) Asheli Kleckley, She/Her, Camp Counselor 11) Mary Maslanova, She/Her, Camp Counselor 12) Brianna McCarthy, She/Her, Camp Counselor 13) Alison O'Hara, She/Her, Youth Programs Coordinator - Camper 14) Liora Selzer, She/Her, Camp Counselor 15) Jesse Saunders, He/Him, Medical Coordinator 16) Annabelle Scroggins, She/Her, Camp Counselor 17) Elisha Spinosi, He/Him, Camp Counselor 18) Bryan Solis, He/Him, Camp Counselor 19) Jonathan Summers, He/They, Camp Counselor 20) Nyasia Wright, She/Her, Camp Counselor

05/31/2024

📣 PAH! The long wait is finally over. The moment you have been waiting for has arrived: unveiling the 2025 Academic Bowl Regional locations and dates. Without further ado, check it out and see where we will go next year! Make sure you mark down the dates on your calendar! 🗓

Photo carousel desc: Transparent blue background with buff border overlaying action shots of players playing. The Academic Bowl logo is on the top right, and the GU logo is on the bottom right. The text between the two logos is as follows: 1) West Regional, California School for the Deaf, Fremont, January 30 - February 2, 2025. 2) Midwest Regional, Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind, February 13-16, 2025. 3) South Regional, Alabama School for the Deaf, February 27-March 2, 2025. 4) East Regional, Maryland School for the Deaf, March 7-10, 2025.

05/18/2024

🏈🏀⚽️ Get ready to unleash your inner athlete at Bison Sports Camp! Join us at Gallaudet University for an action-packed experience filled with fun, fitness, and teamwork. Limited spots available, so sign up by May 31st!

APPLY HERE: https://gallaudet.edu/youth-programs/summer-youth-camps/bison-sports-camp/
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Photo carousel: 1) Kids playing soccer. 2) A camper is running on the field. 3) Campers playing at the esports arena. 4) A camper is running at the basketball court. 5) Campers are climbing up our indoor rock wall.

05/17/2024

🎮 GAMERS -- Registration is open for the first of two summer seasons! Play online against other Deaf and Hard of Hearing students nationwide in our Youth Esports Series. Game on, Bison!

Register now: https://gallaudet.edu/youth-programs/youth-esports-series/
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Photo desc: 1) A gamer is playing in the esports arena. 2) A close up of the gamer in action.

05/16/2024

Unlock the secrets of the stock market and become a financial wizard at the Financial Wizards Bootcamp by , where magic meets money mastery! We have a few spots left for this FREE camp, funding graciously given by .

APPLY NOW: https://gallaudet.edu/youth-programs/summer-youth-camps/financial-wizards/
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Photo carousel: 1) Campers are on their computers. 2) A close up of a camper smiling. 3) A close up of a camper with an instructor in front of a computer. 4) Instructors leading the class in ASL. 5) Financial Wizards Bootcamp flyer with text: "A week-long summer program for deaf or hard of hearing students entering 10th, 11th, and 12th grade. Gallaudet University, June 15 - 22nd, 2024. For more information and to register: https://gallaudet.edu/youth-programs/summer-youth-camps/financial-wizards/ with a QR code. There are logos of Wells Fargo, CSD Learns, Gallaudet University Youth Programs, Sifma Foundation and The Stock Market Game.

05/09/2024

We, the Youth Programs, congratulate our 2024 graduating students for achieving this significant milestone! Their hard work, determination, and dedication to the Youth Programs are a celebration of their accomplishments. We are incredibly proud of them and excited to see where their journey takes them. Warmest congratulations on their well-deserved success!

Photo carousel desc: All photos have an ombre blue overlay, with individual images of all graduating students. A Gallaudet University Youth Programs logo is on top, with a buff line leading to the bottom, with text indicating each graduating student's name and their major(s) and minor(s). 1) Franco Bippus, BS, Business Administration and Risk Management and Insurance 2) Rayston Fonseca, BS, Business Administration with a Minor in Physical Education and Recreation and Athletic Coaching 3) Jared Herman, BA, English and a Minor in Communication Studies 4) Breanna Power, BS, Physical Education and Recreation and a Minor in Deaf Studies 5) Dekisha Smith, BA, International Studies and Spanish 6) Jonathan Summers, BA, English with a Minor in Information Technology with Honors 7) Bethany Yance, MA, International Development

04/30/2024

Are we part of YOUR summer adventure? This is your last chance to apply to our exciting line up of summer camps: Bison Sports Camp, Discover College and Careers, Financial Wizards, GenCyber, and Immerse Into ASL. Only a few spots remain! Apply now: https://gallaudet.edu/youth-programs/summer-youth-camps/
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Video desc: A badge with text "Explore our summer adventures" appears. Followed by a series short clipsand photos of campers at our camps. Esports, Mozzeria, Field House, and Science labs are featured. Text appears: Summer 2024: Discover College and Careers, GenCyber, Bison Sports Camp, Immerse Into ASL and Financial Wizards. Video ends with a Youth Programs logo and text: "2024 Gallaudet University, All Rights Reserved."

04/23/2024

Sixteen teams nationwide came to the nation’s capital in Washington DC for the 28th annual National Academic Bowl competition. The 16 teams portrayed strength, bravery, and knowledge here on the Buff and Blue campus at Gallaudet University. Congratulations to all the award winners!

2024 National Champions: California School for the Deaf, Fremont
2nd place: Model Secondary School for the Deaf
3rd place: W.T. Woodson High School
4th place: Indiana School for the Deaf

Team Sportsmanship: Delaware School for the Deaf
Team Sportsmanship: Kentucky School for the Deaf

All-Star Award:
Bentley White, Kentucky School for the Deaf
Geneva Brock, California School for the Deaf, Fremont
Hiruni Hewapathiranage-Mayadunne , Model Secondary School for the Deaf
Jeanique Davis, Texas School for the Deaf
Josiah Lockhart, Maryland School for the Deaf
Maggie Smallwood, W.T. Woodson High School
Michelle Eicher, Indiana School for the Deaf
Sonan Sahgal, W.T. Woodson School for the Deaf

Most Outstanding Player: Sevan Ikeda, California School for the Deaf, Fremont

This concludes the 2023-2024 Academic Bowl season! Many thanks to all the regional host schools, teams, families, and community members for making this season a successful one! We look forward to a new cycle of Academic Bowl, stay tuned for the 2024-2025 Academic Bowl dates.
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Graphic Desc: Each photo has text: "2024 National Academic Bowl" with title of awards, photos of award winners, and text of school name, and Gallaudet Youth Programs logo. The award winners are listed in order as above copy.

04/21/2024

Tune in to see California School for the Deaf, Fremont and Model Secondary School for the Deaf compete for the title of the 2024 National Academic Bowl Champions. Which Eagle will take the trophy home?!

04/21/2024

The stage is set for greatness! 🏆 Our championship tournament bracket is locked in, featuring the best of the best, ready to battle it out for the 2024 Academic Bowl trophy. Which team will seize the ultimate prize? Watch the live stream tonight!
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Graphic Desc: Text: “2024 National Academic Bowl” A bracket showing eight teams in quarterfinals, four in semifinals, and two teams in championship. Team vs team is competing for third place. Text: “Championship match live streamed at 7 pm”.

04/20/2024

You asked, we answered. Here are the 16 National Academic Bowl teams!
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Video Desc: Jett walking, "Meet our National Teams". Teams are cheering and showing off their team attire and/or mascots in the following order: "California School for the Deaf, Fremont, California School for the Deaf, Riverside, Delaware School for the Deaf, Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind, Indiana School for the Deaf, Jean Massieu School, Kentucky School for the Deaf, Maryland School for the Deaf, Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf, Model Secondary School for the Deaf, Montgomery Blair High School, New Mexico School for the Deaf, Rocky Mountain Deaf School, Texas School for the Deaf, Washington School for the Deaf, and W.T. Woodson High School.

04/18/2024

We're thrilled to host 16 teams at Gallaudet University for the 2024 National Academic Bowl! Join us as we cheer on our players. Family, friends, and fans are welcome. Schedule and match updates are available on our website: https://gallaudet.edu/youth-programs/academic-bowl/2024-national-competition/

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And that's a wrap for our 2024 Summer Youth Camps! We had so much fun. Join us next year! 🙌 #gallaudetu #GUYouthPrograms #summeryouthcamps ____ Video Desc: A compilation of short clips showcasing campers engaging in various activities throughout our summer camps, including ice breakers, visits to Washington D.C., classroom instructions, Six Flags adventures, museum tours, and sports activities.

2024 Gallaudet Summer Camps

Are we part of YOUR summer adventure? This is your last chance to apply to our exciting line up of summer camps: Bison Sports Camp, Discover College and Careers, Financial Wizards, GenCyber, and Immerse Into ASL. Only a few spots remain! Apply now: https://gallaudet.edu/youth-programs/summer-youth-camps/ #GallaudetU _____ Video desc: A badge with text "Explore our summer adventures" appears. Followed by a series short clipsand photos of campers at our camps. Esports, Mozzeria, Field House, and Science labs are featured. Text appears: Summer 2024: Discover College and Careers, GenCyber, Bison Sports Camp, Immerse Into ASL and Financial Wizards. Video ends with a Youth Programs logo and text: "2024 Gallaudet University, All Rights Reserved."

2024 National Academic Bowl - Gallaudet University

You asked, we answered. Here are the 16 National Academic Bowl teams! #GUAcademicBowl #AcademicBowl #GallaudetU ______ Video Desc: Jett walking, "Meet our National Teams". Teams are cheering and showing off their team attire and/or mascots in the following order: "California School for the Deaf, Fremont, California School for the Deaf, Riverside, Delaware School for the Deaf, Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind, Indiana School for the Deaf, Jean Massieu School, Kentucky School for the Deaf, Maryland School for the Deaf, Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf, Model Secondary School for the Deaf, Montgomery Blair High School, New Mexico School for the Deaf, Rocky Mountain Deaf School, Texas School for the Deaf, Washington School for the Deaf, and W.T. Woodson High School.

Less than a week before the lightning strikes here, @gallaudetu , for the 2024 National Academic Bowl competition. Sixteen teams, divided into two pools, Buff and Blue, will compete against each other, using their strength, bravery, and knowledge to achieve their destiny of stealing the bolt of being the 2024 National Champions. #GallaudetU #academicbowl Video Desc: The camera pans from the Tower Clock steps to the arches where Menelik stands, dressed in a toga. Menelik: Something treacherous is happening up above. The gods are angry and demand the right answers! They need wisdom! Time is coming near. Tension and excitement are in the air. What's coming? 2024 National Academic Bowl!!! We are ready for you to compete! It's time to see who's gonna be the best in the nation and bring home the lighting bolt from Zeus! Are you ready to see the teams you'll be battling against?!? The camera pans up to the Tower Clock, where lightning strikes. A buff box with the list of teams in the Buff Pool appears. ""BUFF POOL Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind Indiana School for the Deaf Jean Massieu School Kentucky School for the Deaf Maryland School for the Deaf Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf Model Secondary School for the Deaf New Mexico School for the Deaf"" Lightning strikes again. A blue box with the list of teams in the Blue Pool appears. ""BLUE POOL California School for the Deaf, Fremont California School for the Deaf, Riverside Delaware School for the Deaf Montgomery Blair High School Rocky Mountain Deaf School Texas School for the Deaf Washington School for the Deaf W.T. Woodson High School"" Lightning strikes again, panning down to Menelik. Menelik: See you soon at Nationals!" Lightning flashes to dark.

2024 National Battle of the Books Award Ceremony

Join us in congratulating all the winning and participating teams! #GallaudetU #battleofthebooks

2024 National Battle of the Books - Gallaudet University

Welcome to Gallaudet University’s 2024 National Battle of the Books! Join us as Texas School for the Deaf and Metro Deaf School compete in the Buff championship and Indiana School for the Deaf and Maryland School for the Deaf, Frederick battle it out for the Blue championship. Let the pages turn and competition ignite! #GallaudetU #battleofthebooks

Have you read the Gallaudet University National BOTB books? What are YOUR favorite books?! #GallaudetU #battleofthebooks ______ Video desc: short clips of readers sharing their favorite books.

2024 National Literary Competition - DP ASL ABC/123 Story Winner

2024 National Literary Competition - Elem. ASL ABC/123 Story Winner

2024 National Literary Competition - MS ASL ABC/123 Story Winner

2024 National Literary Competition - HS ASL ABC/123 Story Winner

2024 National Literary Competition - DP ASL Poetry Winner

2024 National Literary Competition - Elem. ASL Poetry Winner

2024 National Literary Competition - MS ASL Poetry Winner

Over the next few days we will be showcasing our remarkable National Literary Competition's first place winners by sharing their ASL and Written works here for everyone to view and enjoy. Today, we'll be recognizing the winners within our ASL Poetry category. There was no theme for this category. Our middle school 1st place winner is Lily Boese from Indiana School for the Deaf! Lily is also the winner of the ASL Grand Prize! As the winner of the Grand Prize, Lily will get to choose from three prizes: an all-expense-paid trip to Gallaudet, free registration and transportation to one of Gallaudet’s Summer Youth Camps, or a $1,000 scholarship to Gallaudet University.

2024 National Literary Competition - HS ASL Poetry Winner

2024 National Literary Competition - Elem. ASL Presentation Winner

Over the next few days we will be showcasing our remarkable National Literary Competition's first place winners by sharing their ASL and Written works here for everyone to view and enjoy. Today, we'll be recognizing the winners within our ASL Presentation category. Our elementary school theme was: Tell us a goal that you want to accomplish and explain how you plan to reach that goal Our elementary school 1st place winner is Zalika Jefferson from Kendall Demonstration Elementary School

2024 National Literary Competition - MS ASL Presentation Winner

Over the next few days we will be showcasing our remarkable National Literary Competition's first place winners by sharing their ASL and Written works here for everyone to view and enjoy. Today, we'll be recognizing the winners within our ASL Presentation category. Our middle school theme was: Pick an extinct animal that you would want to bring back to life and explain how that animal would then have a positive impact on the planet. Our middle school 1st place winner is Nellie Caddy from Indiana School for the Deaf!

2024 National Literary Competition - HS ASL Presentation Winner

2024 National Literary Competition - DP ASL Handshapes Winner

Over the next few days we will be showcasing our remarkable National Literary Competition's first place winners by sharing their ASL and Written works here for everyone to view and enjoy. Today, we'll be recognizing the winners within our ASL Storytelling category. This year's theme was: Tell a story about a character who found a mysterious egg in a strange place and the creature that then hatched from it. Our deaf plus 1st place winner is O'Mara Gonzalez from California School for the Deaf, Fremont!