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OUL BULLETIN JANUARY
Welcome to the January OUL Bulletin! This month has brought challenging winter conditions and icy weather. We hope you're staying warm and comfortable at home, enjoying good books and engaging activities. The OUL team and I are doing well at home and staying safe, but we haven't forgotten to prepare the January Newsletter. If you wish to share information with us for the next newsletter in February, feel free to email oulorg22@gmail.com . If you're not yet subscribed to our O

Patrick Peters
Jan 302 min read


Happy New Year 2026!
Hi everyone, We wanted to take a moment to reach out to all of you and extend our warmest greetings as we embark on this new year together. May this year bring you happiness, success, and prosperity in all your endeavors! Never give up and keep trying with determination and perseverance to chase after your dreams, goals, and aspirations throughout this entire year and beyond! With warm regards from all of us, OUL TEAM!

Patrick Peters
Jan 11 min read


Happy Kwanzaa 2025!
We are wishing you and your loved ones a very happy and joyful Kwanzaa! Let's come together to celebrate this wonderful occasion! OUL Team Videos: Kwanzaa in ASL (Alice Rash) ASL What Is Kwanzaa? National Black Deaf Advocates Kwanzaa: Cultural Holidays by Sheila Anderson

Patrick Peters
Dec 26, 20251 min read


OUL BULLETIN DECEMBER
To the World of Community, Welcome to the December OUL Bulletin! This holiday season is the perfect time to spend quality moments with family, close friends, and beloved pets. Thank you for being an integral part of the OUL journey this year. We've had our ups and downs—with both the website and our team—but we remain committed to our mission. As Cristina Berdickevsky always says, "Never give up." In 2026, we'll continue moving forward with website improvements and our regula

Patrick Peters
Dec 24, 20252 min read


Happy Friendsgiving!
Greetings to everyone, Happy Friendsgiving from the entire OUL team! We want to extend our warmest wishes to you and yours during this festive season. It's hard to believe how quickly time has flown by—we're already approaching the end of another remarkable year. We hope you enjoy a delicious meal surrounded by your beloved family and friends during this special time of gratitude, reflection, and togetherness. From all of us! THE OUL TEAM!

Patrick Peters
Nov 26, 20251 min read


November Bulletin: An Inspiring Update!
Dear OUL Community, Welcome to the November OUL Bulletin! We hope you're enjoying your Thanksgiving holiday with wonderful food, family, and friends. We have exciting news to share: Lavosi has updates, and we're thrilled to welcome a new Content Writer to our team. Check out this month's bulletin for more details. I welcome your feedback and suggestions at oulorg22@gmail.com . You'll receive this bulletin monthly via email, and you can visit our website anytime. We're expandi

Patrick Peters
Nov 21, 20252 min read


Content Writer, Bret Cummens, M.Ed
The Organization of Unique Learners welcomes Bret Cummens, M.Ed., as a new Content Writer. With his educational background and understanding of Deaf individuals' challenges, Bret will impact through his writing. Subscribers can expect insightful posts every Saturday on Deaf culture and experiences, featuring storytelling, educational lessons, and inspiration. His content will include personal anecdotes, historical perspectives, and contemporary issues, fostering appreciation

Patrick Peters
Nov 15, 20252 min read


Happy Halloween 2025!
Happy Halloween! We hope you're having a truly fantastic and wonderful day filled with fun and celebration. We're excited to announce that some upcoming changes are coming to our website in the near future. The updates will begin to roll out in November, with new features and improvements being added on a regular basis throughout the month. We'd love to hear any suggestions or feedback you might have at any time. Please feel free to reach out and email us at oulorg22@gmail.co

Patrick Peters
Oct 31, 20251 min read


The 14th Annual Lecture in the Silent Garden: "Interpreting with a Deaf Heart"
Introducing " Interpreting with a Deaf Heart " at Scarlett's Park , College of Health and Human Services at Fresno State Scarlett's Park is excited to announce the launch of an innovative new session titled "Interpreting with a Deaf Heart," scheduled to take place on February 21, 2026. This session is designed to deepen the understanding of interpreting within the Deaf community, focusing on the emotional and cultural nuances that are essential for effective communication.

Patrick Peters
Oct 15, 20252 min read


A Note From OUL Founder
Hello everyone, I would like to take this opportunity to share my thoughts and reflections about the presentations that took place last month. On September 19, 2025, I had the privilege of joining a Zoom meeting that was focused on the important topic of " Autism in Deaf Education. " The presentations were absolutely wonderful, and I found that I learned something valuable and meaningful from each and every one of them. Scarlett's Park in the Silent Garden at Fresno State is

Patrick Peters
Oct 15, 20252 min read


October Bulletin: An Inspiring Update!
OUL Community, Welcome to the OCTOBER OUL Bulletin! This October bulletin features articles from community news, schools, and other...

Patrick Peters
Oct 4, 20252 min read


REMINDER: The 7th Annual Scarelett's Park Conference: AUTISM IN DEAF EDUCATION
We want to remind you that presentations on "Autism in Deaf Education" are coming soon! Each year, Fresno State's Scarlett's Park in the...

Patrick Peters
Sep 13, 20251 min read


September Bulletin: An Inspiring Update!
OUL Community, Welcome to the September OUL Bulletin! This September bulletin features articles from community news, schools, and other...

Patrick Peters
Sep 5, 20252 min read


Welcome back to school! We wish you the best of luck.
Hi everyone, We want to leave you a note to say we wish you the best of luck with school this year. The first day can be nerve-wracking...

Patrick Peters
Aug 27, 20251 min read


Latest Updates and Announcements from Friends of Lavosi!
Hi Community, Friends of Lavosi has recently shared several new updates and announcements. I regularly follow their news through their...

Patrick Peters
Aug 4, 20252 min read


August Bulletin: An Inspiring Update!
Announcing our Owl-Themed newsletter with vibrant colors and playful imagery, featuring an inspiring update. OUL Community, Welcome to the...

Patrick Peters
Aug 1, 20252 min read
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