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A pair of Beats headphones. Javonn Isler’s parents use these to listen to music, as even though they cannot hear the music, they can feel the vibrations.

COLLEGE OF STATEN ISLAND— “People didn’t understand my situation, it was hard,” said Javonn Isler. “Kids used to look at how my parents communicated and they laughed.” Story by Isaiah Latif

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Fast Hands, Big Hopes For Young Boxer

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CITY COLLEGE—“Out there, people see a Black kid with a hoodie and think they already know my story,” said an 18-year-old boxer and City Tech student. “But in here, in the gym? I get to write it myself.” Story by Gianella Gonzalez

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Finding His Voice: Navigating Life With Two Deaf Parents

Fast Hands, Big Hopes For Young Boxer