On Monday, September 22, 2025, the Ernest C. Drury School for the Deaf proudly raised the Deaf Awareness flag to mark the beginning of the International Week of Deaf People.  It was a wonderful day, bringing together all students from both the elementary and secondary schools to celebrate this important occasion.  Lucia and Michelle did a wonderful job of highlighting the importance of language access for Deaf people and about some of the ongoing efforts to support equity and inclusion. 

 On Tuesday, September 23, 2025, students from E.C. Drury Secondary School for the Deaf joined community members and leaders at Milton Town Hall for a special flag raising to mark the International Day of Sign Languages  and the International Week of Deaf People.  The ceremony brought together many people from the Deaf community, representatives from municipal, provincial, and federal levels of government, including Mayor Gordon Krantz, along with leaders from the Bob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf.  Guest speakers highlighted the importance of sign language, the rich history of Deaf culture, and the need for continued progress toward equity and access.

Students also shared personal reflections on their identities as Deaf individuals, reinforcing the significance of this annual celebration.  The ceremony concluded with the raising of the Deaf Awareness flag, with many smaller flags waving proudly throughout the crowd.  It was a moving demonstration of solidarity, community pride, and recognition of the contributions of Deaf people in Milton, in Canada and around the world.