It is a Kindergarten-Readiness (K-R) campaign where we assert that language deprivation or delays between ages 0-5 is the main cause of Deaf children’s eventual reading, academic, and social struggles.
LEAD-K is a national campaign to promote language acquisition and kindergarten-readiness for Deaf and hard of hearing toddlers and youth aged 0-5. The campaign intends to propel state-level legislative, litigation, and social media efforts. The steering committee consists of representatives of schools, community agencies, parent organizations, associations of the Deaf, and allies such as legal advocates.