Adventure is Part of the WVSDB Experience! ✨

When students enroll at WVSDB, they gain access to opportunities that extend far beyond the classroom, including Boy Scouts. 🌲

This year's Jamboree was filled with unforgettable experiences:
🎣 Fishing
🛶 Kayaking
🏄 Paddle Boarding
🪢 Knot Tying
🧵 Rope Making
🪓 Hatchet Throwing
🦬 Primitive Frontier Tanning
🥾 An 8.5-mile hike
⛳ Golf
🔥 A campfire dinner sponsored by the Heinz Corporation

These aren't just activities; they're opportunities to build confidence, strengthen leadership, develop teamwork, and create lifelong friendships.

At WVSDB, learning doesn't stop when the school day ends. Through unique opportunities like Boy Scouts, students discover new passions, challenge themselves, and experience adventures they never imagined possible. ⭐

Adventure is waiting at WVSDB. 🐻

#ScoutingAmerica #WVSDB #WestVirginia
about 1 month ago, Alyssa Hansrote
WVSDB Boy Scouts, WVSDB staff members, and troop leaders stand together in front of their campsite tents during the National Scout Jamboree.
A WVSDB Boy Scout and a WVSDB staff member for a photo with the Scout dressed in a Heinz ketchup costume during a special campfire dinner sponsored by the Heinz Corporation.
WVSDB Boy Scouts and troop leaders pose for a group photo in front of the National Scout Jamboree entrance sign.
Two WVSDB Boy Scouts and their Troop Leader pause for a photo while crossing a long suspension bridge during an 8.5-mile hike at the National Scout Jamboree.
WVSDB Boy Scouts fish from a floating dock during the National Scout Jamboree while other Scouts cast their lines nearby.
A WVSDB Boy Scout proudly displays a handmade rope during a rope-making activity at the National Scout Jamboree.
A WVSDB Boy Scout and a WVSDB staff members dressed in frontier-era clothing pose together during a primitive tanning demonstration at the National Scout Jamboree.
Three WVSDB Boy Scouts paddle board across a calm lake while wearing life jackets during the National Scout Jamboree.
Bright fireworks light up the night sky above rows of camping tents at the National Scout Jamboree.
WVSDB Boy Scouts kayak and paddle board on a scenic lake as instructors and other Scouts participate in water activities.
Next Stop: Martinsburg Public Library! 📚

We had an incredible time at the Wood County Public Library, sharing stories, learning ASL, creating fun crafts, and connecting with families. Now we're excited to bring Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) Story Hour to the Martinsburg Public Library! 🤟

Join us for an afternoon where stories come to life through language, creativity, and hands-on learning.

🌟 Interactive Storytelling
🤟 Learn ASL Signs
🎨 Hands-On Crafts
💬 Build Vocabulary
❤️ Fun for the Whole Family

📅 Friday, July 31, 2026
⏰ 2:00–4:00 PM
📍 Martinsburg Public Library

☎️ Registration is required. Contact the Martinsburg Public Library today to reserve your family's spot.

#DeafEducation #WVSDB #EarlyLiteracy
about 1 month ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A smiling student holds up a completed nature-inspired art project featuring dried flowers, leaves, and a blue paper design while sitting at a table in a library classroom with craft supplies nearby.
An adult sits on the floor beside a young child, helping them arrange dried flowers, leaves, and other natural materials on a small art project. Both are focused on the activity.

As of July 29, 2026, the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are accepting applications for the following vacancies for the 2026-2027 school year:

Registered Nurse – Itinerant (220 days) - Evening
General Maintenance/Electrician II - 260 days
LPN - 210 days - Night Shift


Internal Only
EDC - Residential Care Specialist - Weekend Supervision (Female Only)
Program Assistant - Finance - 260 days (At Will)


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

about 1 month ago, Jonathan Nickleson
Teacher helping student with brailler with bear logo and we are hiring banner
Well... This Is Exciting! 👀

Along with our regular café hours, Appalachia Provisions Café will also be OPEN Saturday, August 1, for the Sweet Summer Harvest Festival! 🌻

Here's what we'll be serving up all week AND on Saturday! ⬇️
☕ Coffee (16 oz) – $3
🧊 Iced Coffee (20 oz) – $4
🍵 Assorted Tea – $2
🥓 Bacon Breakfast Sammy – $5
🍞 Danish Bread Pudding – $5
🥚 Hard Boiled Eggs – $2
🍓 Strawberry Pecan Yogurt Parfait – $4
🥗 Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad – $12
🌯 Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap – $7
🥪 Peach BBQ Pulled Pork on Ciabatta – $7
🍪 Snickerdoodle or Chocolate Chip Cookie – $3
🍰 Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake – $5
🥤 Assorted Drinks – $3

📍 301 East Main Street
🗓️Wednesday, July 29 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
🗓️Thursday, July 30 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
🗓️Saturday, August 1 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM

The only thing missing from our menu is you! 😉

#RomneyWV #WVSDB #StudentSuccess
about 1 month ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Individual slices of cinnamon roll cheesecake topped with a thick cinnamon cream drizzle in clear dessert containers.
Close-up of a grilled chicken Caesar wrap filled with seasoned chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, creamy Caesar dressing, and Parmesan cheese.
Fresh cranberry pecan chicken salad with grilled chicken, spinach, dried cranberries, shredded carrots, hard-boiled egg, cucumbers, and candied pecan.
Strawberry pecan yogurt parfait layered with creamy yogurt, fresh strawberries, and crunchy granola in a clear to-go cup.
As of July 28, 2026, the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are accepting applications for the following vacancies for the 2026-2027 school year:

Registered Nurse – Itinerant (220 days) - Evening
General Maintenance/Electrician II - 260 days
LPN - 210 days - Night Shift


Internal Only
EDC - Residential Care Specialist - Weekend Supervision (Female Only)


To apply, please visit - https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369
about 1 month ago, Jonathan Nickleson
teacher interviewing student with bear logo
Day 1 at the National Jamboree = Success! 🌲

Our Scouts wasted no time jumping into the action! From archery and crossbow safety training to earning their arrival badges and setting up camp, today was all about preparation for an incredible week ahead. 🤩

The tents are up, the gear is unpacked, and the adventure is just beginning! We can't wait to see what experiences, friendships, and memories this week will bring. 🏕️

#NationalJamboree #WVSDB #AdventureStartsHere
about 1 month ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Scouts and leaders gather with backpacks beside buses after arriving at the National Jamboree, excited to begin the week's adventures.
Scouts attend an archery and crossbow safety briefing at the National Jamboree as an instructor demonstrates proper technique inside an open-air pavilion.
Scouts browse and trade collectible patches with another participant during the National Jamboree.
Scouts work together to assemble bright red tents in their campsite on the first day of the National Jamboree.
Scouts sit outside their campsite in the evening, smiling as they trade patches and enjoy time together after a full day of activities.
Two Scouts stand side by side on the archery range, drawing recurve bows toward targets during National Jamboree activities.
A Scout smiles beside an archery target displaying a tight grouping of arrows after completing a round at the National Jamboree.
A Scout draws a recurve bow and aims toward the target during supervised archery practice at the National Jamboree.
A smiling Scout points to several arrows grouped near the center of an archery target after a successful round at the National Jamboree.
A Scout practices proper archery form while aiming a recurve bow during National Jamboree archery activities.
A Place Where Everyone Belongs. 💙

Recently, the café was buzzing with conversations in American Sign Language (ASL), laughter, and friendships, both old and new.

We were also delighted to welcome Commissioner See, who stopped by to visit, engage with attendees, and experience the welcoming spirit that makes our café such a special gathering place. 🌟

At Appalachia Provisions Café, everyone has a seat at the table. We're proud to foster a space where our community can come together, connect, and celebrate one another. 🤟

#CommunityConnections #WVSDB #InclusionMatters
about 1 month ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Two customers place an order at the counter while student employees assist them inside Appalachia Provisions Café during a Deaf Chat community gathering.
Attendees enjoy lunch and conversation around an outdoor patio table with umbrellas during a Deaf Chat gathering at Appalachia Provisions Café.
Four attendees smile for a group selfie while enjoying food, drinks, and conversation on the outdoor patio during a Deaf Chat event at Appalachia Provisions Café.
A visitor gives a thumbs-up while holding a dessert outside Appalachia Provisions Café in front of the café's wooden sign and accessible entrance.
Reminder from WVSDB Health Services! 📢

Health Services paperwork was mailed to families approximately two weeks ago. If you have not yet received your packet, please get in touch with Ms. Tonya Fields at (304) 822-4831 so we can ensure you receive the necessary forms.

Thank you for helping us prepare for a safe and healthy school year!
about 1 month ago, Alyssa Hansrote
This Week's Appalachia Provisions Café Menu Just Dropped! ☕

What's Brewing This Week? ⬇️⬇️⬇️
☕ Coffee (16 oz) – $3
🧊 Iced Coffee (20 oz) – $4
🍵 Assorted Tea – $2
🥓 Breakfast Sammy – $5
🍎 Apple Strudel Focaccia – $5
🥚 Hard-Boiled Eggs – $2
🥣 Strawberry Pecan Yogurt Parfait – $4
🥗 Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad – $12
🌯 Chicken Cordon Bleu Wrap – $7
🥪 Horseradish Beef & Cheddar on Ciabatta – $7
🍪 Cookies – $3
🍫 Peanut Butter Brownies – $5
🥤 Assorted Drinks – $3

📍 301 East Main Street
🗓️Wednesday, July 22 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
🗓️Thursday, July 23 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM

P.S. While you're deciding between a cookie or a brownie... don't forget to check out our Café merch! ✨

#RomneyWV #WVSDB #StudentSuccess
about 1 month ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Freshly made peanut butter brownies topped with a thick layer of peanut butter frosting, packaged and ready for sale at Appalachia Provisions Café.
Chef Olden and a female culinary student prepare and package freshly made peanut butter brownies in the Appalachia Provisions Café kitchen.
Fresh cranberry pecan chicken salads topped with chicken, dried cranberries, carrots, hard-boiled eggs, and mixed greens, prepared for customers at Appalachia Provisions Café.
Black WVSDB ceramic coffee mugs displayed on a wooden shelf, featuring a white "WVSDB Est. 1870 Romney, WV" design.
Rows of freshly prepared Chicken Cordon Bleu wraps filled with chicken, ham, lettuce, tomato, cheese, and other fresh ingredients before being folded and served.
Join Us at Logan Public Library for Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) Story Hour! 📖

Stories come to life through language! Join us for an afternoon of interactive storytelling, ASL, crafts, vocabulary building, and family fun.

🌟 Interactive Storytelling
🤟 Learn ASL Signs
🎨 Hands-On Crafts
💬 Build Vocabulary
❤️ Fun for the Whole Family

📅 Thursday, July 23, 2026
⏰ 2:00–4:00 PM
📍 Logan Public Library

☎️ Registration is required. Contact the Logan Public Library to reserve your family's spot today!

#DeafEducation #WVSDB #EarlyLiteracy
about 1 month ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Event flyer for Deaf/Hard of Hearing Story Hour at Logan Public Library featuring storytelling, ASL, crafts, and language activities. Thursday, July 23, 2:00–4:00 p.m. Registration required.
As of July 21, 2026, the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are accepting applications for the following vacancies for the 2026-2027 school year:

Registered Nurse – Itinerant (220 days) - Evening
Residential Shift Supervisor (220 days) - Night
Substitute Teacher
General Maintenance/Electrician II - 260 days
General Maintenance/HVAC Tech - 260 days
LPN - 210 days - Night Shift
Blind/Low Vision Assistive Technology Coordinator - 260 days - at will

Internal Only
EDC - Residential Care Specialist - Weekend Supervision (Female Only)


To apply, please visit - https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369
about 1 month ago, Jonathan Nickleson
Join our team graphic over looking WVSDB campus
One of West Virginia's Outstanding Educators Is Right Here at WVSDB! 🎉

We're thrilled to share that Ms. Heather Hartman has been named a West Virginia Teacher of the Year Finalist! 🏆

Heather is the kind of educator who changes lives. She inspires curiosity, challenges students to reach their full potential, and creates meaningful opportunities that extend far beyond the classroom. Through innovative, accessible instruction and unforgettable experiences, she empowers students to grow in confidence, independence, and achievement. 🔬

This recognition is a testament to the passion, excellence, and heart Heather brings to WVSDB every day. 🌟

Congratulations, Heather! Your WVSDB family is cheering you on every step of the way! 💛💙

#WVTeacherOfTheYear #WVSDB #ProudToBeWVSDB
about 1 month ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Heather Hartman, West Virginia Teacher of the Year Finalist and WVSDB science teacher, smiles for a portrait.
Five West Virginia Teacher of the Year finalists pose together in a meeting room. Heather Hartman of WVSDB stands second from the right.
Mission Accomplished! 💥

What a phenomenal finish to our STEM Summer Camp! From launching rockets high into the sky to programming REX robots and tackling creative LEGO engineering challenges, our campers spent the week exploring, building, experimenting, and having a blast! 🤖

A special thank you to Dr. Ensign and his students for partnering with us to make this experience possible. Your enthusiasm, mentorship, and dedication inspired our campers and helped create a week they won't soon forget.

Here's to learning, exploring, and inspiring the next generation of innovators! 🚀

#STEMCamp #WVSDB #LearningInAction
about 1 month ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A male camp participant wearing a gray sweatshirt looks down as he builds a VEX robot.
A male camp participant looks down as he puts together Lego pieces. There is a large yellow box full of Legos sitting beside him.
A female camp participant with blonde hair and wearing glasses excitedly smiles and holds up the rocket she built.
Camp participants sitting across from one another work together to build a VEX robot.
Camp participants and volunteers are gathered around a gray VEX robot arena with two robots inside of the arena.
A male camp participant wearing a blue shirt and wearing glasses holds up the rocket he built.
A male camp volunteer wearing a bright, yellow vest assists a male camp participant with pressing the button to launch his rocket.
A female camp participant goes to grab a Lego that are scattered inside of a yellow box.
A male camp volunteer guides a female camp participants hand to assist her with pressing the launch button to launch her rocket.
A white rocket with a red tail begins to launch off the launchpad. There is smoke coming from the bottom of the rocket.
Stories Come to Life Through Language! ✨

Join us for Deaf/Hard of Hearing Story Hour at the St. Albans Public Library!

🌟 Interactive Storytelling
🤟 Learn ASL Signs
🎨 Hands-On Crafts
💬 Build Vocabulary
❤️ Fun for the Whole Family

📅 Friday, July 17
⏰ 2:00–4:00 PM
📍 St. Albans Public Library

☎️ Registration is required. Contact the St. Albans Public Library to reserve your family's spot today!

#DeafEducation #WVSDB #EarlyLiteracy
about 1 month ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Flyer promoting Deaf/Hard of Hearing Story Hour at St. Albans Public Library. The top features an illustration of stacked books with the title "Story Hour," surrounded by images of the books We're Going on a Bear Hunt and Goodnight Moon. Event details read: Friday, July 17th, 2:00–4:00 PM.
Taking Accessible Literacy Across West Virginia! 📚

Our WVSDB Public School Partnerships team had a wonderful time in Ohio County for our second DHH Story Hour of the summer! ☀️

Watching Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) children learn, sign, read, and connect with their families is exactly what this program is all about.

Led by our DHH Literacy Coordinator, DHH Story Hour creates an accessible, language-rich environment where children build communication skills, explore stories, and discover the joy of reading. 🤟

A special thank you to the West Virginia Library Commission for partnering with us as we bring DHH Story Hour to libraries across the state.

🚗: Next Stop: Kanawha County!
📍: St. Albans Public Library
📅: Friday, July 17, 2026
🕑: 2:00 PM–4:00 PM

We can't wait to see you there! 🤩

#DHHStoryHour #WVSDB #LanguageAccess
about 1 month ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A little girl wearing a pink and white striped dress smiles excitedly while she holds up a craft, she created that consists of a seasonal changes.
Children and their families are seated at wooden tables working on numerous crafts. Craft supplies are spread across the table.
Two children are seated at a wooden table with craft supplies spread across the table.
Thank You, Breezewood Adventures! 🌲

Adventure was in full swing as our WVSDB STEM Summer Camp students took to the water for an unforgettable evening of canoeing and kayaking! 🌊

Every paddle forward brought new adventures, new challenges, and plenty of reasons to smile. 🛶

We are incredibly grateful to Breezewood Adventures, which believes that outdoor adventures should be accessible and welcoming for everyone. Thank you for giving our students an experience that celebrated ability, encouraged exploration, and reminded us of all that the best adventures are the ones we share. 💙

#OutdoorAdventure #WVSDB #CreatingOpportunities
about 2 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Group photo of summer camp participants and Breezewood Adventures employees standing in front of a gray van that is hauling kayaks and canoes.
Three summer camp participants stand in a group, wearing life jackets, along with a female residential staff member.
Two female camp participants are seated in a canoe as they paddle through the water.
Camp participants in kayaks and canoes are floating and paddling through the river water.
Camp participants make their way down to the riverbank to load up into their canoe/kayak. There are multiple canoes/kayaks already floating in the water in the background.
LOOK WHAT JUST HIT THE MENU AT APPALACHIA PROVISIONS CAFÉ! 👀
Because this week's menu is looking pretty hard to resist...

Take a peek at this week's lineup! ⬇️⬇️⬇️
☕ Drinks:
Coffee (16 oz) – $3
Iced Coffee (20 oz) – $4
Assorted Tea – $2
Assorted Drinks – $3

🥐 Breakfast:
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Croissant – $5
Raspberry Strudel Focaccia – $5
Hard Boiled Eggs – $2
Strawberry Pecan Yogurt Parfait – $4

🥗 Lunch:
Blueberry Pecan Chicken Salad – $12
Buffalo Chicken Wrap – $7
Horseradish Beef & Cheddar on Ciabatta – $7

🍪 Sweet Treats:
Assorted Cookies – $3
Crème Brûlée Cheesecake – $5

📍 301 East Main Street
🗓️Wednesday, July 15 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
🗓️Thursday, July 16 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM

P.S. Yes... The cheesecake is calling your name. 😉

#RomneyWV #WVSDB #StudentSuccess
about 2 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Blueberry Pecan Chicken Salad.
Buffalo Chicken Wrap.
A slice of Crème Brûlée Cheesecake in a clear, plastic container.
Horseradish Beef & Cheddar on Ciabatta Sandwich.
Cooler filled with food and beverage items neatly stacked in rows.
As of July 14, 2026, the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are accepting applications for the following vacancies for the 2026-2027 school year:

Registered Nurse – Itinerant (220 days) - Evening
Residential Shift Supervisor (220 days) - Night
Substitute Teacher
General Maintenance/Electrician II - 260 days
General Maintenance/HVAC Tech - 260 days
LPN - 210 days - Night Shift
Residential Program Specialist - DHH - 260 days
Blind/Low Vision Assistive Technology Coordinator - 260 days - at will



To apply, please visit - https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369
about 2 months ago, Jonathan Nickleson
We are Hiring with graphic of teacher instructing boy on how to run a board saw
🚀 Launching a Week of Discovery!

Day 1 of WVSDB STEM Camp was filled with innovation and hands-on learning!

We're thrilled to welcome Dr. Ensign and his students to campus through our valued partnership with NASA. Campers jumped right into the exciting world of STEM, where they:
🔧 Built and programmed VEX robots
🚀 Designed and built rockets
🚁 Explored drone technology

We can't wait to see what the rest of the week has in store as our campers continue to explore, discover, and innovate. 🌟

#STEMCamp #WVSDB #HandsOnLearning
about 2 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A male camp participant looks down towards a gray-colored VEX robot that is placed in front of him as he holds a green and blue-colored part that attaches to the robot.
Three camp participants are gathered in a group, two are seated and one camper is standing as they play a game of rock, paper, scissors.
Camp participants are gathered around a VEX robot arena as they observe a female camp participant control the robot using a remote controller.
Ms. Biddle, a WVSDB educator, assists a male camp participant with putting a piece of rope into a wooden, circular vessel.
A male camp participant is seated at a table while he builds a VEX robot.
Two camp participants are seated at a rectangular table as Dr. Ensign stands at the front of the room demonstrating a hands-on learning lesson. There is a male interpreter to the left of Dr. Ensign.
Dr. Ensign assists a male camper with putting glue onto a circular, wooden vessel.
A female camp participant smiles as she has the assistance of a male NASA representative with touching the piece of rope they are going to use for their rocket vessel.
Nothing says summer like a week at camp! ☀️

Our WVSDB Boy Scouts had a fantastic time at summer camp. 🏕️

Thank you to everyone who helped make this adventure possible! 🤩

#BoyScouts #WVSDB #ScoutingAmerica
about 2 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Tristian and Carson dressed in tan-colored Scouting uniforms stand tall as they salute.
Tristian wears a red shirt and gray cargo shorts excitedly holds up a fishing pole with an orange fish hooked onto the pole.
Carson dressed in a red shirt and shorts bends down as he lights a pile of wood with a match.
Rows of Boy Scouts dressed in tan-colored Scouting uniforms face towards their Scout leader.
Carson, dressed in a red shirt and khaki-colored pants holds a fishing pole with a fish hanging from the hook.
Carson bends down as he saws a piece of wood using a hand saw.
Scout members are seated at a wooden picnic table as they work on a project together.