The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services is hosting a statewide Deaf Awareness Celebration. Matt Krueger, our Youth Dorm Manager, is representing MSD in Grand Rapids with a table. We look forward to sharing MSD's outreach experience after he returns!
Image description for Matt's picture at the top of news article: The image depicts Matt standing at a table in a gymnasium. He is smiling and has his arms outstretched, welcoming the viewer. He is wearing a navy blue polo shirt with a logo on the left chest and light-colored pants.
To the left of Matt is a large, dark blue banner with the text "Positive Deaf Identity" at the top. Below this are images of young people and a school building. Further down the banner, text in white font reads "Language" in a bold, sans-serif font, followed by "Least Rich Restrictive Environment" in a flowing, script font. At the bottom of the banner is a QR code and the text "MSD Provides Academic and Social Excellence Rich in ASL and English Literacy."
The table in front of Matt is covered with a dark blue tablecloth. On the table are various items, including a laptop, mugs, small white baskets, small bowls containing promotional items, and several black drawstring bags with a logo on them. The front of the tablecloth has the words "Michigan School For The Deaf" printed in white capital letters, with MSD in fingerspellling.
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Image description for Poster picture: The image is a flyer announcing a "Deaf Awareness Celebration." The background is a deep navy blue. At the top, in large, bold white sans-serif font, are the words "Deaf Awareness" on the first line and "CELEBRATION" on the second. Below this text, there are horizontal lines in thin strokes of blue, light blue, orange, and yellow, creating a subtle visual separation.
The date and time are prominently displayed: "September 28, 2026" in white, followed by "Monday Evening | 4 - 7 PM" in a slightly smaller white font. The location is given as "160 68TH ST SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548" in white text.
Following this information is a paragraph inviting attendees to "Join us for an evening to celebrate and recognize Deaf community, culture, and the importance of accessibility!" This text is in white. Below this, another white text block states, "There will be resource tables, games, and food. Socialize and celebrate with our community!"
Further down, a section with a darker blue background emphasizes the donation request: "$5 Recommended Donation" in bold white capital letters. Below this, in a slightly lighter blue hue, are the registration instructions: "Register Today!" followed by a website address in white: "deafhhs.org/events"
At the very bottom of the flyer is the logo for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services.