Testimonials

Rocky Mountain Deaf School values high expectations, a family atmosphere, exceptional teamwork, continuous innovation and zest.

See what families, students and staff are saying about RMDS:

“ Our son Colfax was late-identified with hearing differences and language delays at 2 years old. We were then inundated with Denver-based medical and language resources for deaf and hard of hearing kids. Our singular goal has always been to keep our son’s world as big as we can and to give him the tools to connect with diverse people. Thus, we said yes to ALL the resources- hearing aids and later cochlear implants, listening and spoken language therapy for English, as much access to ASL as we could provide, mentoring from Deaf adults, and access to play with both hearing and Deaf peers. We soon stumbled into RMDS’ Toddler Program and found our community and path!

We received research-based parent education and modeling on raising a Deaf child bilingually, holistically, and immersed in Deaf culture to develop a healthy, positive sense of identity. Colfax received a strong, loving, fun, language-rich education. Seeing our son thrive kept us at RMDS for their Early Literacy Program, Preschool, and now Elementary.

AND IT’S WORKING! Colfax is now 7 and he not only doesn't have any language or academic delays, but he tested into Jeffco’s Gifted & Talented Program based on his superb language abilities! He code switches between English and ASL like a champ. He is curious about everything, working on his leadership skills, and is one of the most confident humans I’ve ever met. Most importantly, he is happy, thriving, and has a ton of diverse friends. Thank you, Rocky Mountain Deaf School for your excellent work to ensure Deaf kids reach their potential!

- Brandy Jesernik and Damian Guerra (RMDS Parents)

“Before enrolling at RMDS, my daughter was attending a mainstream school where she struggled to find her place. Despite having an interpreter, she lacked fluent signing peers and felt isolated from her classmates. She began to dread going to school, and her enthusiasm for learning started to fade. We knew we had to make a change, and after researching deaf schools across the country, we were drawn to RMDS's exceptional reputation and strong academic record.

The smaller school size was also a major factor in our decision, as we wanted our daughter to receive personalized attention and support. The moment we stepped onto the RMDS campus, we knew we had made the right choice. The sense of community and belonging was palpable, and our daughter was finally surrounded by peers who shared her language and culture. The academic environment is challenging yet nurturing, and the teachers are dedicated to helping each student thrive. But RMDS offers so much more than just a great education. The school's fantastic community, sports, and after-school opportunities have helped our daughter blossom into a confident, engaged, and happy student.

She's found her passion in the school's sports teams, and the friendships she's formed with her teammates have been invaluable. We've seen a complete transformation in our daughter since she started at RMDS. She loves going to school, is excited to learn, and has developed a strong sense of identity and pride in her deaf heritage. We're grateful for the supportive and inclusive environment that RMDS provides, and we feel fortunate to be part of this amazing community. If you're considering a deaf school for your child, I highly recommend RMDS. The school's commitment to academic excellence, community, and student well-being is unparalleled, and we feel fortunate to have found such a special place for our daughter to grow and thrive.

- Jason Bradshaw (RMDS Parent)

“I love RMDS so much that when I grow up, I want to come back and work here so I can be at RMDS forever!”

– RMDS student Amariana Allen-Bruns

“If RMDS didn’t exist, I would be going to a hearing school and hating it. This school is the BEST learning environment for me to be in.”

– RMDS student Evan Strickfaden

“Creativity is everywhere as staff and students are constantly creating new opportunities and drawing or designing new things. Language is accessible for both parents and students at all times, and everyone realizes that being Deaf is something to be proud of!”

– RMDS staff Heather Hapke