NRSC @ AIDB partners with Cantrell & Waller Preparatory Services, an ACT-approved provider with a licensed, continuously updated curriculum aligned to current ACT standards. We offer ACT preparation workshops for students who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) and their teachers, focused on building familiarity with the structure and content of the ACT, effective test-taking strategies for the English and Reading sections, and the use of accessible tools and resources that support DHH learners throughout the preparation process.

Educators participate in a virtual professional learning experience that includes a combined overview session and targeted breakout sessions in Reading/English and Math/Science. Each participant can purchase a digital curriculum license that is valid for 365 days.

This training strengthens college and career readiness by equipping educators with ACT-aligned instructional strategies that support statewide testing, graduation requirements, and postsecondary entrance pathways. The professional learning also integrates with IXL Learning, allowing ACT scores to be uploaded to generate customized intervention plans. Teachers receive actionable data to target skill gaps in Reading, English, Math, and Science, enabling individualized instruction and accelerated student growth.

NRSC @ AIDB provides coaching, professional learning, and instructional support in English, language, reading, and STEM for educators of middle and high school students who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH). We support all communication approaches, from American Sign Language (ASL) to spoken English, to promote equitable language access and literacy development.

Our team offers individualized and customizable support for both classroom and itinerant teachers in schools for the Deaf and mainstream settings. Professional learning opportunities are aligned with literacy standards, evidence-based instructional practices, and a variety of literacy curricula, and are tailored to meet the unique needs of students and instructional contexts.

NRSC @ AIDB provides IXL Learning subscriptions at no cost to teachers of middle and high school students who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH). Each subscription includes access to English Language Arts and Math content designed to support individualized learning and progress monitoring.

A brief 30-minute onboarding meeting with an NRSC @ AIDB STEM trainer, along with a signed user agreement, is required to activate the account. This free Zoom session introduces teachers to key features, da

ta tools, and classroom applications of the IXL Learning program.

Available Training Topics Include:

Building College & Career Readiness Through STEM Literacy Activities
Focuses on reading, writing, and communication skills embedded in STEM tasks while connecting to the Expanded Core Curriculum for DHH students.

Accessible Literacy in STEM: Assistive Technology and Language Supports for DHH Learners
Centers on assistive technology (AT) and accessibility tools that improve reading and writing access in STEM environments.

Creative Writing in STEM: Strategies to Strengthen Language and Imagination
Integrates narrative and expository writing with scientific and technical concepts to promote creativity and deeper language use.

ELA Resources and Reading Tools for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students
Showcases adaptable materials, scaffolded texts, and reading strategies designed for DHH classrooms, with an emphasis on evidence-based, specially designed instruction.

Language and Literacy Development Across STEM Disciplines
Emphasizes explicit vocabulary instruction, comprehension, and academic language development to support STEM literacy growth.

Integrating STEM and English Language Arts: Hands-On Ideas for Reading, Writing, and Communication
Bridges ELA standards with STEM objectives through real-world, inquiry-based activities that promote literacy and critical thinking.