Mission Statement
Noraverse Academy for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (NADH) is a private, ASL-first 6th-grade pilot program opening August 2026 in Broward County, Florida.
The transition from 5th to 6th grade is one of the most difficult academic and social shifts for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students. At this stage, students are often moved into mainstream environments whether they are language-ready or not.
NADH exists to ensure students are not pushed before they are prepared.
Located under the same roof as the Noraverse Creative Studio, NADH provides:
- Direct ASL instruction
- Small cohort learning (4–6 students Year 1)
- Individualized academic support
- Integrated creative enrichment
- Therapeutic support services
This pilot model establishes a strong foundation for long-term expansion into a full middle and high school program.
The story of Noraverse Academy for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (NADH) began with a child named Aron. When Aron was ready to transition to middle school, his family faced an unsettling reality. The shift from 5th to 6th grade is a critical juncture where students are often pushed into mainstream environments regardless of their language readiness.
Looking at the landscape of Broward County, the options for Aron were limited to:
Full mainstreaming without the necessary direct communication support.
Academic settings where ASL was treated as a secondary accommodation, not a primary language.
Social environments where Deaf students are technically present but often isolated from peers.
Instruction that lacked the specialized visual scaffolding required for middle school subjects.
NADH was founded to bridge this gap. We believe that no student should be pushed into a transition before they are language-ready and academically prepared. By placing our academy within the Noraverse Creative Studio, we provide a theatrical sanctuary where language access and creative enrichment work together to build the foundation for long-term success.
About / How We Began
Academics
NADHH provides Florida Standards–aligned instruction in:
English & Reading
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Deaf Studies
Technology
Life Skills
Creative Arts & Circus Integration
Instruction is delivered in an ASL-rich environment with direct communication between teachers and students.
Students benefit from:
- Small cohort instruction (4–6 students)
- Language-accessible teaching
- Scaffolded independence
- Visual learning strategies
Student Life
Our goals to provide education as well as life skills
Campus Location:
1901 N Federal Hwy, Suite E201
Pompano Beach, FL 33062
(Pompano Citi Centre)
NADH operates within the Noraverse Creative Studio facility while maintaining dedicated academic space.
Dedicated School Space (625 sq ft)
- One primary classroom
- Two separate offices
- Secure entry procedures
- Visually accessible layout
- Controlled lighting and sightlines
Shared Noraverse spaces allow access to enrichment opportunities without duplicating overhead costs.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Scholarship Information
NADHH accepts students who qualify for the Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities (FES-UA).
Scholarships are administered through Step Up For Students.
Eligible families may apply for funding to cover tuition and related educational services.
CONTACT NADHH
Support & Partnerships
At Noraverse Academy for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (NADH), we believe it takes a community to raise a child. We invite community partners, fitness locations, therapy specialists, donors, and volunteers to help us strengthen Deaf education in Broward County. Whether you are interested in giving, volunteering, sponsoring a student, or partnering for enrichment, your contribution builds a landscape of belonging.
Schedule a meeting to support Deaf education in Broward County.
Support & Partnerships
We invite community partners, fitness locations, therapy specialists, donors, and volunteers to get involved in our mission. Schedule a meeting to support Deaf education in Broward County.
Empower our mission through financial contributions that help keep our programs accessible and vibrant.
We collaborate with fitness centers, therapists, and community hubs to enrich our curriculum.
Share your skills and time with our students. From arts to events, your presence makes an impact.
Directly sponsor a student’s bridge year journey, ensuring they have the specialized support they need.
Transportation
Noraverse Academy Transportation Request
At Noraverse Academy, we believe access should never stand in the way of a child’s education. To support our families, we offer limited morning pick-up and afternoon drop-off transportation options designed to make attending our ASL-first program as seamless as possible. Whether your family needs morning service, afternoon service, or both, our goal is simple: to ensure every Deaf and Hard of Hearing student can arrive ready to learn, connect, and thrive within our Village. When we remove obstacles, we create opportunity.