A Deaf Student Learns That Other Kids Can Hear Him Pass Gas

Jul 10, 2019 by apost team

In addition to giving students basic education, teacher Anna Trupiano occasionally has to teach her students about societal norms. She shared on social media the hysterical moment when one of her deaf students farted loudly in class. 

Trupiano believes that there is a lot lacking in the world for those that are hearing impaired and deaf and she doesn't want this to hold them back. Not too long ago, Trupiano had to educate the students on a topic that usually isn't discussed in public - passing gas. She then took to Facebook to share what happened.

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One of the children in the class, a six-year-old, farted so loud that it drew attention to him and other classmates began to cackle. The funny part is that the six-year-old was completely shocked that anyone knew. He didn't know that farts made any sounds. This started a teaching moment that the class and Trupiano aren't going to forget for a long time. Check out the discussion she had with the children. It's priceless!

The discussion is rather cute and funny, but it does show that there are some problems that could be faced by the deaf and hearing impaired community. This all started with one little fart but there is a real problem here. Many of the students won't be able to learn about instances that happen with other students from time to time simply because they can't hear. Without someone that can explain such instances to them, they may not learn. 

Trupiano hopes that her story is shared and people find the humor in it but also wants it to inspire more and more people to learn sign language and assist those that are deaf and hearing impaired. "I would love to see a world where my students can learn about anything from anyone they interact with during their day," Trupiano wrote. "You cannot imagine what an impact it makes, and now is a great time to start learning!" She encourages readers to check out American Sign Language classes or attend a Deaf event. 

Maybe this funny little lesson can teach all of us a little something. Would you be willing to learn sign language if it meant you could help someone else learn? Let us know in the comments below. Be sure and pass this on to raise awareness!