Welcome to The Learning Center for the Deaf!
At TLC, we believe that every deaf and hard of hearing child and adult deserves the opportunity to thrive in a world where communication is accessible, identity is celebrated, and possibilities are limitless.
For more than 55 years, we have partnered with individuals and families to provide the education, services, and support needed to build bright futures. From our schools and clinical programs to our community services and partnerships, everything we do is guided by one mission: to ensure that deaf and hard of hearing children and adults thrive by having the knowledge, opportunity, and power to design the future of their choice.
What makes TLC unique is not simply the breadth of our programs—it is the environment we create. We are proud to foster an ASL-rich community where language is fully accessible, Deaf culture is embraced, and every individual is empowered to learn, connect, and lead with confidence. We know that when people have access to communication, they gain access to opportunity, relationships, self-advocacy, and a stronger sense of belonging.
When people ask me what I love most about TLC, my answer is always the same: our people.
Our students inspire us with their curiosity, resilience, and ambition. Our families trust us to walk alongside them as partners in their journey. Our staff bring extraordinary expertise, compassion, and dedication to their work each day. Our alumni, donors, volunteers, and community partners strengthen our mission and expand our impact. Together, they create a community where every person is valued, every voice is respected, and every success is celebrated.
The spirit of TLC is difficult to capture in words alone. It is found in the energy of our classrooms, the connections formed across our campus, the achievements of our students and clients, and the shared belief that access and opportunity can change lives.
Whether you are exploring educational options for your child, seeking services, considering a partnership, or learning about our work for the first time, I invite you to discover all that TLC has to offer. Better yet, come visit us. We would be honored to welcome you and share the remarkable community that makes TLC such a special place.
Together, we are creating a future where deaf and hard of hearing children and adults have the knowledge, opportunity, and power to design the future of their choice.
With Warmth and Gratitude,
Sarah Glenn-Smith, MBA, PhD
Chief Executive Officer
