Wisconsin Deafblind Technical Assistance Project

02/26/2026

Parents are invited to drop in to WDBTAP’s monthly parent meeting on the 4th Wednesday of each month at 7:00 PM. It's an open space for parents to swap stories and support one another: think virtual coffee hour with new friends!

Please join here: https://bit.ly/4cbRBoY
or by email: [email protected]

02/25/2026

Keep your kids busy this summer during our Summer Experience programs! Wisconsin Educational Services Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (WESP-DHH) will be offering two different programs, providing engaging, enriching opportunities for students who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Learn more: https://dpi.wi.gov/news/dpi-connected/register-wesp-dhh-summer-experience-programs

02/19/2026

⚠️ Registration is Now Open for WDBTAP Family Day 2026! ⚠️

Join us May 2, 2026 at the Kalahari Resort and Convention Center in the Wisconsin Dells for a day of learning and connection just for WDBTAP families! This year’s event will feature a presentation by D'Jenne-amal & Michael Morris, parents of a child with CHARGE syndrome who bring both lived experience and professional insight to their work.

Please use the link below to register:
https://forms.office.com/r/GAQyLwy0Cq

02/12/2026

Learn Together, Play Together is a fun, hands-on weekend focused on building communication skills for children ages 0-5 and their families. Participants will learn practical strategies they can use at home while enjoying quality time together!

This event is hosted by Wisconsin Sound Beginnings in partnership with WESP-DHH.

02/12/2026

In honor of the Olympic Winter Games being held in Italy, WDBTAP held its own Winter Olympics this year. We had a blast hearing about all of the fun ways our WDBTAP students enjoy winter!

Check out the recording of our live event:

Welcome to the WDBTAP 2026 Winter Olympic Games! Jen Gettelman is your host for this event, with assistance from ASL Interpreter Gina Radke.. We are honored ...

02/09/2026

We're excited to announce that this year's WDBTAP Family Day will be held May 2nd at the Kalahari Resort and Convention Center in the Wisconsin Dells!

Registration and conference details will be coming soon!

02/06/2026

WDBTAP's next intervener training presentation featuring Dr. Susan Bruce will be held April 14th at 6:00 PM, CST. If you previously registered for our training series, please watch your email for updates.

Register Here for our Empowering Interveners Training Series: http://bit.ly/3KzIWB0

Read Dr. Bruce's Full Bio: https://bit.ly/4bEUSwJ

01/31/2026

Identifying vision concerns is key to getting the right referrals and specialized supports for deafblind children.

If a child is identified as deaf or hard of hearing, their vision should be tested right away and rechecked as they grow.

01/16/2026

Calling all WDBTAP families!

There is still time to send in photos or videos of your kiddo enjoying winter in their favorite way (it doesn't have to be sports-related!) as we celebrate the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Every WDBTAP child or young adult who participates in the Olympic Event will be mailed a fun kit containing a light-up hockey game, winter hat, 3D-printed gold medal, and a book telling about the Olympic Games.

Please Register Here: https://bit.ly/3KUTSK4

Send your photos or videos to:
[email protected]
or via text to:
(262) 749-6601

01/06/2026

We're getting ready for our Winter Olympics event! WDBTAP children and young adults are invited to send in their photos and videos (unlimited submissions) showing how they enjoy the winter season. Find out more below!

Please register here to participate and receive a box of fun Olympics-themed surprises in the mail:
https://forms.office.com/r/V6LDd5eWGG