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http://www.corsicanadailysun.com/news/local_story_109102159.html?keyword=topstory
For Fannin Elementary teacher aide Paula Ross-Lewis, there are no language barriers. Lewis, born without hearing abilities, has overcome her disability and is giving back to her community by working with other deaf children.
Answering questions through interpreter Stacy Rogers, Lewis expressed her gratitude to the many people that have helped her in life.
“I have been so fortunate to have so many people help me through my life,” Lewis said.
Lewis has been a Corsicana Independent School District employee for 18 years, the last three with Fannin. She grew up in Corsicana and attended Navarro College.
Compared to the facilities deaf students enjoy in 2006, Lewis’ early years were more challenging.
“I had to always sit in the front of the class, which I hated,” Lewis said. “When I got to college, there were interpreters so I felt a little better.”
One of Lewis’ biggest pet peeves growing up was when people would turn away from her and talk to her.
“It was so frustrating when I am trying to read lips and people turn around and talk to me with their back,” she said.
In addition to her work at Fannin, Lewis is also a licensed beautician. CISD currently has nearly 30 students enrolled in deaf classes, with two separate classes being offered at Fannin.
Communication was one of the strong positive qualities Lewis’ mother instilled in her as a child.
“My mother learned how to sign and would always take the time to help out with homework,” Lewis said.
Lewis is currently pursuing her teaching certificate and is engaged. She has an 8-year-old son that is in school.
“I love to work with kids and feel it is rewarding,” Lewis said.
Lewis will be conducting a six-week class in sign language starting at 6 p.m. on Thursday at the Sam Houston Staff Development Center.
For Fannin Elementary teacher aide Paula Ross-Lewis, there are no language barriers. Lewis, born without hearing abilities, has overcome her disability and is giving back to her community by working with other deaf children.
Answering questions through interpreter Stacy Rogers, Lewis expressed her gratitude to the many people that have helped her in life.
“I have been so fortunate to have so many people help me through my life,” Lewis said.
Lewis has been a Corsicana Independent School District employee for 18 years, the last three with Fannin. She grew up in Corsicana and attended Navarro College.
Compared to the facilities deaf students enjoy in 2006, Lewis’ early years were more challenging.
“I had to always sit in the front of the class, which I hated,” Lewis said. “When I got to college, there were interpreters so I felt a little better.”
One of Lewis’ biggest pet peeves growing up was when people would turn away from her and talk to her.
“It was so frustrating when I am trying to read lips and people turn around and talk to me with their back,” she said.
In addition to her work at Fannin, Lewis is also a licensed beautician. CISD currently has nearly 30 students enrolled in deaf classes, with two separate classes being offered at Fannin.
Communication was one of the strong positive qualities Lewis’ mother instilled in her as a child.
“My mother learned how to sign and would always take the time to help out with homework,” Lewis said.
Lewis is currently pursuing her teaching certificate and is engaged. She has an 8-year-old son that is in school.
“I love to work with kids and feel it is rewarding,” Lewis said.
Lewis will be conducting a six-week class in sign language starting at 6 p.m. on Thursday at the Sam Houston Staff Development Center.