Alex started out in school wearing a hearing aid and most of his education was oralism. He also experienced SEE (Signed English). In 10th grade with a Deaf ASL instructor he learned the most. Alex Pishek was born in Detroit and attended Michigan School for the Deaf. He has worked for the U.S. Post Office. Dr. Poulous was the one...
Made-up Signs to ASL
A powerful personal story from Sandy Graham, sharing her journey from early oral education to discovering American Sign Language, navigating Deaf schools, overcoming communication barriers, and finding her passion for art. From home signs with family to vibrant memories at MSSD during the hippie era, Sandy reflects on resilience, identity, and the importance of Deaf culture and community. #DeafHistory #DeafStorytelling...
Teacher Marta Belsky
Marta tells about her love of books and how she became a teacher after studying psychology at Gallaudet University....
Anna Pishek- Car Accident
Anna talks about a car accident in this interview from the documentary, Silent Memoirs - Life Stories From the Deaf....




