Already a widely diverse group, deaf and hard of hearing students have different communication preferences, physical and academic abilities, and personality traits. When a deaf or hard of hearing individual also has one or more disabilities, the diversity increases exponentially. A deaf or hard of hearing child's already complex needs are compounded when additional disabilities are present. In this article, we summarize an approach we have used for the last five years teaching graduate classes and working with future teachers of deaf and hard of hearing children. Parents may also want to consider this approach as they work with educators and the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process to advocate for their children.