Empowering Deaf Children to Learn to Listen and Talk.
Snow days are rare here—let’s make this one count.
A $25 donation provides a sled for a MOSD preschool child, creating winter memories filled with joy, laughter, and movement.
Small gift. Big smiles.
SpeakEasy: Hidden in Plain Sight is MOSD’s signature fundraising event—an unforgettable night that supports listening, spoken language, and life-changing education for children who are deaf or hard of hearing.
MOSD has been named the recipients of a major grant from the Tennessee Early Intervention System!
SpeakEasy: Hidden in Plain Sight presented by Pickler Companies raised over $200,000 for our students in a single night!
Our programs are designed to meet each child's individual needs and help them learn to listen and talk.
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Your dollars make a difference. The value of hearing is priceless.
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Purchase an item to go directly into an MOSD classroom through our wish list!
Saturday, May 2, 2026 • 7887 Poplar Avenue • Germantown, TN
A Black Tie Gala Supporting MOSD
Memphis Oral School for the Deaf is thrilled to announce that SpeakEasy 2026 will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, right here at our beautifully expanded campus at 7887 Poplar Avenue. This elegant black-tie gala is one of our most impactful events of the year—bringing our community together to support MOSD: the infants and preschoolers learning to listen, talk, and thrive.
We are honored to welcome back Pickler Companies as our Presenting Sponsor, whose steadfast partnership continues to make extraordinary things possible for MOSD families.
Germantown, TN – September 23, 2025 – The Memphis Oral School for the Deaf (MOSD) and First Joy Preschool (FJP) are thrilled to announce the appointment of Lisa R. Settle as our new Executive Director, effective Monday, September 29, 2025. With more than a decade of experience in nonprofit and education leadership, Settle brings a proven track record of driving organizational growth, fostering equity-centered programs, and empowering children and families through inclusive education and early intervention services.
Starting school is a big step—especially for our little ones with hearing aids or cochlear implants!
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We’ve rounded up simple, parent-friendly tips to help your child:
+Build confidence
+Get used to daily listening routines
+Strengthen spoken language skills
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And don’t forget to follow us for more family tips & school-year support
http://www.mosdkids.org
Help Us Raise $65,000 in 65 Days!
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