As indicated in NYSED’s Recovering, Rebuilding, and Renewing the Spirit of New York State Schools Guidance, for instruction or interventions that require visualization of the movement of the lips and/or mouths, students and staff may use alternate personal protective equipment (i.e., face coverings that are transparent at or around the mouth) (e.g., speech therapy). These alternate coverings may also be used for certain students (e.g., hearing impaired) who benefit from being able to see more of the face of the staff member.  The New York State Education Department (NYSED), Office of Special Education is sharing the following resources on considerations when instructing and communicating with students who are deaf or hearing impaired. These resources are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute NYSED endorsement.  Please be aware that websites listed may change. The information provided is true and complete to the best of our knowledge.