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Friends of OSD is dedicated to enriching the school’s educational experiences, fostering new relationships between school and community partners and increasing the understanding of and support for OSD. Our mission is to support this unique school and the children it nurtures by soliciting and distributing funds to enhance the School’s programs and projects.

The ASL iPad Story Project

Today I had the opportunity to sub in our youngest classroom.  We have a new 5 year old who came with maybe 15 signs and a whole repertoire of communication strategies!  I sat with the students today and opened up a story.  He watched with great interest, imitating some of the signs.  Then he played the matching game with 6-8 pairs.  Next was a game where you watch a sign then choose the picture that matches from three choices.  Nailed it!  So fun to watch.

– Robyn Brown, Teacher

2013 Family Learning Weekend

I wasn’t aware that there were opportunities in the community for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals prior to this workshop.
So nice to meet other parents going through what we are going through.
I am enrolling in a sign language class!  This really helps with my teenage daughter.  The more I sign, the more we communicate, the more she will tell me!
OSD is such a nice setting. The dorm was cozy and we had a lot of fun.
Thank you for offering this program.

2012 Physical and Occupational Therapy Equipment

In 2012, an EEA for physical and occupational therapy equipment was awarded to Beth Fertig.The following evaluation comments were offered regarding the equipment and its benefits to OSD:
  • A scooper plate allowed students to feed themselves, rather than having staff spoon-feed them.
  • A therapy net swing created a calming environment for an autistic student.  The swing also improved posture and balance for other students.
  • A vibrating massage mat and pillow provided a calming influence for deaf-blind students.
  • The bamboo rain stick, a favorite of students who love to feel and sense the tumbling of the stones when rotated, has proven to be a great motivational tool as well.
  • The large crash mat is a safety item for students who need a lot of muscle and joint activity.
  • Several joint motion wraps, similar to a loose-fitting, stretchy butterfly suit, were purchased for students who need to learn how to regulate their own behavior so that they can be part of a classroom and develop independent living skills.

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Recent FOSD Awards Granted

Incentive Awards

For several years OSD has used the nationally recognized PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support) Program to encourage positive student behavior.  … [Read More...]

Our Mission

IMG_2702The FOSD mission and purpose is to support the enhancement of programs and services for students at OSD beyond the State’s funding responsibility*. The FOSD Board has identified four initiatives for which awards may be granted:  education, cultural activities, innovative programs and minor capital improvement projects.

Founded by a small group of dedicated people in 2006, FOSD was established to support the students at the Oregon School for the Deaf (OSD).  From that beginning, Friends of OSD has grown into a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with an all-volunteer Board of Directors. In 2014, FOSD created an Advisory Council of 15 members.

The Friends of OSD Strategic Plan provides direction as the nonprofit continues to expand. We are proud to say that 95% of all grants and donations go directly to programs that benefit students.

*The State of Oregon is responsible for operating programs and services for the students at the Oregon School for the Deaf (OSD). Federal case law establishes the expectation that special education services provided by a school be reasonably designed to ensure students make progress. Friends of OSD will not replace or supplant the responsibilities of the state.

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