Programs and Competitions

The RIT/NTID Outreach Consortium is committed to empowering deaf and hard-of-hearing middle and high school students through comprehensive workshops and programs. Our mission is to create an inclusive, interactive, and engaging learning environment that allows every student to grow academically, discover new interests, participate in unique extracurricular activities, and meet other deaf and hard-of-hearing students.

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The Outreach Consortium offers programs, competitions, and workshops year-round that focus on:

Academic Development

Explore a diverse range of workshops designed to enhance the academic skills and abilities of deaf and hard-of-hearing students. Workshops cover a broad spectrum, including communication strategies, career development, technology proficiency, and personal growth.

Hands-On Learning

Our innovative programs centered around hands-on learning; are coordinated by deaf and hard-of-hearing program directors; and are structured to ensure academic success, foster independence, and promote self-advocacy.

Communication Access

We are committed to providing deaf and hard-of-hearing students with access to their preferred communication modality through assistive technology, use of sign language and sign language interpreters, captioning services, and academic accommodations to create an impactful learning experience.

Community Building

Students enjoy a diverse selection of overnight summer programs that fosters a sense of community and belonging among deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We achieve this by prioritizing a community environment where students can learn and grow alongside their deaf and hard-of-hearing teachers and peers.

Through our workshops and programs, we empower deaf and hard-of-hearing students to overcome challenges, achieve their goals, and become confident, self-reliant individuals who are well-prepared to succeed in both their academic and personal endeavors.

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Summer Program

RIT/NTID

Advanced Tech Careers

For deaf or hard-of-hearing students entering 10^th, 11^th, and 12^th grade

Advanced Tech Careers is a week-long program for students interested in taking a deep dive into advanced technology and exploring a variety of high-tech careers.

Learn more about Advanced Tech Careers

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Summer Program

RIT/NTID

Explore Your Future™

For high school sophomores and juniors

EYF is a six-day career awareness program where students experience college life, enjoy hands-on activities and get a taste of real-world careers in the fields of business, computing, engineering, health sciences, science and art.

Learn more about Explore Your Future™

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Summer Program

RIT/NTID

Financial Wizards

For deaf or hard-of-hearing students entering 10^th, 11^th, and 12^th grade

Financial Wizards aims to enhance students financial literacy skills and provide an opportunity to explore various careers in finance and administration.

Learn more about Financial Wizards

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Summer Program

RIT/NTID

Health Care Careers Exploration Program™

For students entering 10^th, 11^th or 12^th grade who are interested in a career in the health care field

Learn about various careers in health care; enjoy field trips to area medical facilities; be a part of hands-on demonstrations in biology, exercise science, laboratory science, microbiology, nursing, and nutrition; become CPR certified; and more.

Learn more about Health Care Careers Exploration Program™

Summer Program

RIT/NTID

TechTigers™

For students entering 7^th, 8^th, and 9^th grade who are interested in careers in science, technology, engineering and math

Students will build a high-tech gadget, create 3D designs of products, conduct laboratory experiments, and more.

Learn more about TechTigers™