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📚✨ Read Across America Week is Quickly Approaching! ✨📚

Join us as we celebrate the joy of reading all week long!

📅 Monday (3/2) – Read My Shirt!
Wear a shirt with words to show your love for reading.

🦸 Tuesday (3/3) – Reading Gives You Superpowers!
Dress like a superhero and show how books make you powerful. (No Masks, Please)

🐾 Wednesday (3/4) – We’re Wild About Reading!
Wear animal prints or dress like your favorite animal.

🎭 Thursday (3/5) – You’re Such a Character!
Dress up as your favorite book character.

☕📖 Friday (3/10) – Cozy Up With a Good Book!
Wear pajamas or comfy clothes and bring your favorite book.

#ReadAcrossAmerica #WVSDB #LoveReading

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Read Across America Spirit Week Schedule in black font. There are a row of books of different colored books along the bottom.

Hands Up, West Virginia! Season 2 - Episode 3 ⛰️

Jump into real-world communication with the Deaf community through live American Sign Language (ASL) demonstrations, interactive activities, and a lively Q&A you won’t want to miss. ⛰️

👉 Fully accessible with live captions
👉 ASL & spoken English interpretation provided
👉 Fun, engaging, and welcoming for ALL

Tune in and get your Hands Up, West Virginia! 🤟

🔗: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84540081655?pwd=VVacqExsddUraMXWamTraCGXq4hfMa.1

#HandsUpWV #WVSDB #WVSDBOutreach

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Collaboration Creates Opportunity. 💙

We were thrilled to welcome our neighbors from Frankfort High School for an action-packed Goalball matchup against our WVSDB Black Bears! 🐻

Sure, there was some friendly competition, but the real victory was bringing schools together. When students share experiences like this, they build connections and broaden perspectives. 🥅

Collaboration creates understanding. Shared experiences build community. And when schools support one another, everyone grows stronger.

We’re grateful for partnerships that make moments like this possible, and we’re already looking forward to the next matchup! 🏆

#AccessForAll #WVSDB #SchoolsSupportingSchools

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Frankfort athletes wearing matching blue shirts stand in the backrow, while WVSDB athletes wearing their blue and gold jerseys pose in front of the Frankfort athletes. Male goalball coaches stand on each side of the group of athletes.

What’s next after high school? Let’s talk CAP! 🎓

Join us for a virtual info session TONIGHT to learn about the Career Academy for Postgraduates (CAP) at WVSDB. A postsecondary transition program for Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) and Blind/Visually Impaired (VI) young adults.

🎯 CAP supports students through:
➡️College exploration
➡️Career readiness & work experiences
➡️Building independence and real-world skills

📅 Feb 23, 2026, | 6–7 PM

Open to students, families, educators, and service providers
🔗 Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/BYDDiSUvMy

#CAPProgram #WVSDB #CollegeAndCareer

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

DHH Family Weekend: Growing Together! 🌿

📅June 12–14, 2026
📍The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind in Romney, WV

This special weekend is designed for families of children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, birth through age eight. It will be a time to connect, learn, relax, and build community with other families who share similar experiences.

Throughout the weekend, families will have opportunities to:
➡️Connect with other parents and caregivers
➡️Participate in fun, hands-on activities for children
➡️Access resources and information to support language and communication development
➡️Enjoy time together in a welcoming, family-centered environment

There is no cost for families to attend. Lodging, meals, and activities are provided.

👉To apply, please complete the application form at the link below: https://forms.gle/B3xnhiVk9U6UvJ228

Applications must be submitted by March 20, 2026. ⌛

#DHH #WVSDB #FamilyEngagement

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Dear WVSDB Families and Staff, We have been closely monitoring the forecast for the upcoming winter weather storm. After careful consideration, students will return to campus on Monday, February 23, 2026. Keller Hall will remain open, and staff will follow their regularly scheduled shifts on Sunday, February 22 and Monday, February 23. Teachers will not report on Monday, February 23. Monday will be a Non-Traditional Instructional Day (NTID), and students will complete their assigned coursework Monday evening. The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority. We will continue to monitor weather conditions and communicate any changes if necessary. Thank you for your continued support and cooperation.

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Love is still in the air at WVSDB! 💗

Students in Ms. Cassie’s, Ms. Melissa’s, and Ms. Brandy’s classes joined our CAP students for a sweet potluck celebration. Each group brought something to share: delicious pasta with a variety of sauces, fresh focaccia bread, and tasty desserts to top it all off. 🍝

From prepping the dishes to wrapping utensils and setting the tables, our students helped make the entire event special. 🍽️

It was a beautiful example of teamwork and community. ✨

#FeelingTheLove #WVSDB #SweetMoments

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

A male student is seated at a table as he looks down to put together utensils and napkins.

A male student looks down and puts together utensils and napkins with the help from a female aide sitting beside him.

A male student uses a red spoon to stir contents that are in a large, yellow bowl. He has assistance from a female aide sitting beside him.

Students seated at a circular table with a pale pink tablecloth on top, while enjoying their pasta meal.

CAP students seated at a circular table with a pale pink tablecloth on top enjoy their pasta meal.

Male students seated at a circular table with a red tablecloth on top look down as they enjoy their pasta meal.

A female student seated at a table has assistance with prepping focaccia bread.

A female student seated at a table with tablecloth with red and pink hearts enjoys her pasta meal.

THE HUNT BEGINS 🐻

The WVSDB Black Bears are facing the Frankfort Falcons in Goalball action.

🗓 February 19
⏰ 4:30 PM
🎥 LIVE on Facebook

Tap in. 🔥

#BlackBearEnergy #WVSDB #GameDay

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

A female goalball player wearing a gold and blue jersey smiles for the camera while holding a blue goalball in her hands. The text "Match Day" is in bold, white font.

Is it dramatic to plan your day around cheesecake? 🍰

Maybe.

Are we doing it anyway?

Absolutely.

Appalachia Provisions Cafe Menu Highlights:
🍓🍫 Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake
🥪 Pesto Caprese Chicken Ciabatta
🥗 Pecan Cranberry Chicken Salad
🌯 Breakfast Quesadilla

➡️Feb 18 & 19
🕠7:30 AM – 1:00 PM

No crumbs left. 😏

#AppalachiaProvisions #WVSDB #CTEMonth

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Strawberry cheesecake drizzled with chocolate sauce.

Pecan Cranberry Chicken Salad featuring cheese, tomatoes, carrots, hard-boiled eggs, on a bed of green lettuce.

Pesto Caprese Chicken on Ciabatta sandwich with a coke in a glass bottle to the right of the sandwich.

IT. IS. GOALBALL. TIME. 🔥

The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB) take on Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (VSDB) in Goalball TONIGHT, February 17th, at 4:00 PM!

Be there or catch it LIVE on Facebook! 🎥

#Goalball #WVSDB #GameDay

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Three male goalball players smile and pose for the camera with their arms draped around each other's shoulders. Their male coach is to the right-hand side. The text reads "Match Day" in bold, white font.

As of February 17, 2026, the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are accepting applications for the following vacancies:

LPN - 210 days - evening shift
RN - 220 days - night shift
Substitute Bus Driver (to be certified onsite)
Substitute Cook III
Substitute General Maintenance/Plumber II
Substitute General Maintenance/Security
Substitute LPN
Substitute Residential Care Specialist
Substitute RN

To apply, please visit - https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369

6 months ago, Sondra McKenery

CTE Teacher watching student with power tool use with We Are Hiring banner

Good evening, WVSDB families, This is a reminder that homegoing will take place tomorrow, Friday, February 13, 2026. There will be no school on Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents' Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Thank you, and we hope you enjoy the long weekend!

7 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

What’s next after high school? Let’s talk CAP! 🎓

Join us for a virtual info session to learn about the Career Academy for Postgraduates (CAP) at WVSDB. A postsecondary transition program for Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) and Blind/Visually Impaired (VI) young adults.

🎯 CAP supports students through:
➡️College exploration
➡️Career readiness & work experiences
➡️Building independence and real-world skills

📅 Feb 12, 2026, | 11 AM–12 PM
📅 Feb 23, 2026, | 6–7 PM

Open to students, families, educators, and service providers
🔗 Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/BYDDiSUvMy

#CAPProgram #WVSDB #CollegeAndCareer

7 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

This Week’s Menu Understood the Assignment. 📝

This week’s lineup at Appalachia Provisions Cafe:
🔥 Buffalo Chicken Wrap (homemade buffalo sauce = 🔥🔥🔥)
🥗 GINORMOUS Chef Salad (capital letters for a reason)
🍰 Peanut Butter Oreo Cheesecake (don’t ask, just order)

📅 February 11 & 12 | 7:30 AM–1:00 PM

We’ll be ready when you are. 😏

#CTEMonth #WVSDB #SimulatedWorkplace

7 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Peanut Butter Oreo Cheesecake. A slice of peanut butter cheesecake with chocolate Oreo crumbles on top.

Chef salad. Pepperoni, salami, tomatoes, boiled eggs, tomatoes on a bed of green lettuce.

Buffalo chicken wrap. Chicken tossed in buffalo sauce with cheese, tomatoes, and lettuce wrapped in a tortilla.

A refrigerator featuring this week's menu items - yogurt parfait, pasta salad, chef salad, and buffalo chicken wraps.

As of February 10, 2026, the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are accepting applications for the following vacancies:

LPN - 210 days - evening shift

RN - 220 days - night shift

Substitute Bus Driver (to be certified onsite)

Substitute General Maintenance/Plumber II

Substitute General Maintenance/Security

Substitute LPN

To apply, please visit - https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369

7 months ago, Sondra McKenery

This is how we do Super Bowl Sunday! 🏈

From festive treats to a creative halftime scavenger hunt, our residential students made game day unforgettable! 🎉

#SuperBowlSunday #WVSDB #ResidentialLife

7 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Two male students stand side-by-side posing and showing off their "muscles."

Students and Residential Care Specialists are gathered around a table cheering with their arms in the air for celebration.

A female Residential Care Specialist and a female residential student are seated on bean-bag chairs. The female student holds up the "I love you" sign in American Sign Language (ASL).

Residential students are seated and gathered around a high-top table in the student union.

Students mingling with one another in the student union. The Super Bowl is playing on a TV behind the students.

Good evening, The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB) will operate on a two-hour delay on Monday, February 9, 2026, due to projected cold temperatures. Thank you!

7 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Good evening, WVSDB families. Please note a change to the homegoing schedule for the upcoming week. Homegoing will take place on Friday, February 13, 2026. Bus pickup times will remain the same, and homegoing will follow the normal schedule. This is also a reminder that there will be no school on Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Thank you!

7 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Good evening, WVSDB families, Our administration has been closely monitoring the winter weather forecast that may impact a regular homegoing on Friday, February 6, 2026. Due to the potential for inclement weather, we have made the decision to move homegoing to tomorrow, Thursday, February 5, 2026. This decision was made with the safety of our students as our top priority. Homegoing will follow normal Friday procedures. Bus pickup times will remain the same as a typical Friday homegoing. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we take proactive steps to ensure safe travel. Please follow our WVSDB communication channels for any additional updates. Thank you!

7 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote