FAQs about Discovery Retreat

There is no student fee for attending DR.

• Nominate - Teacher nominates the student.
• Select – Students are selected by DR staff and the nominating teacher is informed.
• Notify - Nominating teacher notifies the student and parent.
• Register - Student's parents fill out the online registration form.

Professionals who have experience working with deaf teens will supervise students. Staff includes retreat supervisors, activity leaders, high school teachers, college students who serve as group leaders and staff certified in First Aid and Medical Administration. All staff undergo thorough background checks.

Unfortunately, there are not enough beds to allow for parents or teachers to stay overnight.

another. Each cabin will have one Residential Educator (of the same gender as students) throughout the night. Showers and toilets are in each cabin.

Yes, we ask for medical insurance information on the Registration Form.