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Regional Day School Programs for the Deaf

Regional Day School Programs for the Deaf

The Regional Education Program for the Deaf serves deaf and hard-of-hearing students until age 22 who live in the top 26 counties of Texas.

Contact Information

A woman with blonde and brown hair smiles at the camera.Shari Wittlake
RDSPD Coordinator
(806) 326-4614

RDSPD Success Stories

A man with a mustache looks to the side, wearing an orange and white jersey.Ben Diaz, former Lamar, Fannin, and Caprock student, played football throughout his four years at Caprock High School.  He was honored for his courage and perseverance. Ben graduated from Amarillo College's Auto Mechanics program. As Ben says, "Never give up, practice everyday and you'll be a winner." Congratulations Ben!

"After Caprock, comes college" Watch this video about Ben.

A young man in a football uniform looks directly at the camera.Hayden Morris, former RDSPD student, was spotlighted in the Pigskin Review for his leadership.

Born profoundly deaf, Hayden has shown dedication and drive in both athletics and academics. He graduated from WTAMU with a degree in civil engineering.  

Read the Pigskin Review article featuring Hayden.

A graduate in a cap and gown smiles, holding a diploma.Erica Trevino, former AISD deaf student, graduated from Amarillo College with an Associate of Forensic Science degree.

She also graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree from West Texas A&M University.

Congratulations Erica!

"After Caprock, comes college"

A woman with long brown hair smiles at the camera.Amanda Davis, former RDSPD student, shares the following:
"For the deaf students who struggle in life, my advice is never give up and keep doing what you want to do."

Read more about Amanda.

A man with glasses smiles, resting his chin on his hand.Luke Stapleton, former RDSPD student, has achieved many milestones already in his life. He is currently practicing Law in the Oklahoma City area.

Read more about Luke.

A woman smiles and gives a thumbs-up in front of a fountain.Jinna (Wright) Hodgkins, former RDSPD student, attended our program from Preschool through the 12th grade.

Read more about Jinna.

A woman with auburn hair smiles in a portrait photo.Former Deaf Education student, Lacy Sims, became a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). This is a one-year Certificate of Completion from Amarillo College.

REPD Documents