All students have a right to learn and to grow in an academically challenging and nurturing environment. The language-enriched environment at the Maryland School for the Deaf is a catalyst for developing academic and social skills as students are immersed in educational, developmental, and extra-curricular activities.

MSD utilizes a general education curriculumas well as the voluntary statecurriculum. A milestone was reached in 1993 when MSD adopted the Essential Curriculum developed by and used in the Frederick County Public Schools. By adopting this curriculum, deaf and hard-of-hearing students at MSD are ensured an equitable and high quality education. This curriculum is approved by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). MSD awards the Maryland High School diplomas.

Deaf and hard-of-hearing students thrive in an accessible world where staff members provide not only instruction but meaningful interaction. The goal is for students to receive top-quality education while having opportunities to participate fully in drama, sports, and other activities, such as National Honor Society; Junior National Association of the Deaf; and Academic Bowl.

For Maryland residents, there is no cost to families and referrals are accepted at any time.