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Deadlines

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The Dean Ritter Foundation was set up from the inheritance of Dean Ritter of Vandalia, IL. Dean passed away at age 90 in 2011. The Dean Ritter Foundation has been charged with providing educational opportunities for students who are deaf and hard of hearing.

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Make each airline agent aware of your situation at each stage of your trip.. from the booking agent all the way to the gate agent and flight attendants. Arrange for pre-boarding and have a friend or family member escort you to the gate. Escorts can get a gate pass that will allow them through security and to the gate.Airlines will often seat you at the front of a plane if you request it to read lips better or if you … read more