Maryland School for the Deaf

Our students learn best in a bilingual environment in which American Sign Language and English are used.
Each student is a valued individual with unique physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs.
Students have a right to a safe, caring, and engaging learning environment.
Early and ongoing language acquisition is vital.
Students are challenged to achieve their highest academic and career potential.
Quality education and open communication is a shared responsibility between the school, its students, their families, and the community.
Ongoing parent education and access to resources and services are essential to student success.
Students learn in a variety of ways and have opportunities to grow and access services that support their learning styles.
Diversity is valued and increases students’ understanding and respect of different people and cultures.
Cross-curricular literacy instruction is essential to student success.
Our students develop academic and social behaviors through systematic application of evidence-based strategies.
Access to and competency with current technology is essential for student learning.
Student life and extracurricular activities promote wellness and personal growth.