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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

3 months 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

3 months 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

3 months 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

3 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

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

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

3 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

3 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

3 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.

Fuel Your Day at Appalachia Provisions Café. ☀️

This Week's Menu Has Arrived! ⬇️
☕ Fresh Hot Coffee – $3
🧊 Iced Coffee – $4
🥐 Ham, Egg & Cheese Croissant – $5
🥗 Anti-Pesto Grilled Chicken Salad – $10
🌯 BBQ, Bacon & Bleu Chicken Wrap – $6
🥪 Turkey Club on Ciabatta – $6
🍋 Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake – $5
🍪 Fresh Chocolate Chip Cookies – $3

📍 301 East Main Street
🗓️Wednesday, July 8 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
🗓️Thursday, July 9 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Take a look at this week's menu and stop by for breakfast, lunch, or a well-deserved coffee break. ☕

#RomneyWV #WVSDB #StudentSuccess

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Candace, a female café worker looks down as she places BBQ chicken onto a bed of lettuce with a white tortilla underneath.

Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake. Slices on cheesecake with a blueberry sauce are in clear, plastic containers.

Candace, a female café worker looks down as she places pieces of bacon onto a white tortilla.

BBQ, Bacon, and Blue Chicken Wrap. Shredded BBQ chicken sits on a white tortilla and a bed of lettuce. Toppings include onion, tomatoes, and feta cheese.

Chef Brian Olden and Candace work together to assemble the BBQ, Bacon, and Blue Chicken Wraps.

Bindi and Candace look down as they mark the dates on clear, plastic containers.

As of July 7, 2026, the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are accepting applications for the following vacancies for the 2026-2027 school year:

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

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

3 months ago, Jonathan Nickleson

We are Hiring with graphic of teacher instructing girl in sign language.

As of June 30, 2026, the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are accepting applications for the following vacancies for the 2026-2027 school year:

LPN - 210 days - Night Shift
General Maintenance/Electrician II - 260 days
Custodian III - Itinerant (261 days)
General Maintenance - 1 Year Contract
General Maintenance/HVAC technician - 260 days
Registered Nurse – Itinerant (220 days) - Evening

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

4 months ago, Jonathan Nickleson

Join our team with graphic of playing the piano

We're Back & Brewing! ☕

The wait is over; Appalachia Provisions Café is officially OPEN for the summer! 🎉

This Week's Menu: ⬇️⬇️⬇️
🥐 Bacon, Egg & Cheese Croissant — $5
☕ Fresh Coffee (16 oz.) — $3
🧊 Iced Coffee (20 oz.) — $4
🍵 Assorted Teas — $2
🥮 Homemade Cinnamon Rolls — $5
🥚 Hard-Boiled Eggs — $2
🥗 Cranberry Pecan Grilled Chicken Salad — $10
🌯 Chicken Cordon Bleu Wrap — $6
🥪 Better Than Your Grandma's Chicken Salad on Ciabatta — $6
🍓 Strawberry Shortcake Parfait — $4
🍪 Assorted Cookies — $3
🍰 Peanut Butter Oreo Cheesecake — $5
🥤 Assorted Drinks — $3

📍 301 East Main Street
🗓️Wednesday, July 1 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
🗓️Thursday, July 2 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Bring a friend, grab your favorite meal, and make Appalachia Provisions Café part of your summer routine. ☀️

#RomenyWV #WVSDB #EatLocal

4 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Candice, a female cafe employee looks down as she pours brown sugar from a metal measuring cup into a metal bowl.

Bindi, a female cafe employee looks down as she carefully pours honey mustard from a large plastic container into a sauce bottle.

Up-close of M&M cookies on a baking sheet. The cookies have hints of orange, yellow, and blue from the M&M's.

Candice, a female cafe employee smiles as she holds a measuring cup in one hand and a bag of brown sugar in the other.

Chicken Cordon Bleu Wrap. A white tortilla is packed with grilled chicken, ham, mozzarella cheese, lettuce, and topped with honey mustard.

Candice, a female cafe employee looks back as she reaches the top shelf of the cooler to stock it with cafe food items and drinks.

Your Care Can Shape a Student's Future. 🌟

The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB) is looking for compassionate Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our team. 🩺

Here, you'll do more than provide medical care; you'll become part of a school community where your expertise helps students stay healthy and ready to learn. 📚

If you're looking for a career that's both meaningful and rewarding, we'd love to have you on our team.

Apply today and make a difference that lasts. ⬇️⬇️⬇️
🔗: https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369

#NowHiring #WVSDB #JoinOurTeam

4 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Promotional hiring graphic for the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind. Large text reads, "Now Hiring Nurses." Background shows a close-up of a healthcare professional wearing teal scrubs with a pink stethoscope and a heart in the pocket. A section titled "Why Choose WVSDB?" lists: consistent schedules and work-life balance; meaningful, student-centered care; opportunity to truly impact young lives; school-based setting (no hospital chaos!); and a supportive, mission-driven team environment. Large text at the bottom reads, "Make a Difference Where It Matters Most."

A Campus in Motion. ⏩

Our campus continues to evolve, and these projects are proof that exciting things are happening at the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB). 🏫

The Administration Building Memorial is taking shape as a lasting tribute to our school's rich history, while our new Greenhouse is growing into a vibrant space where students will learn, explore, and cultivate new skills for years to come. 🌱

These projects represent more than new spaces; they're an investment in the future of WVSDB. 🌟

We're excited to share the latest progress with you!

#CampusTransformation #WVSDB #FutureFocused

4 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Construction progress on the WVSDB Administration Building Memorial featuring white columns, flagpoles, and landscaped walkways.

Steel framework of the new WVSDB greenhouse under construction with workers on the roof and trees surrounding the site.

Applications for the 2026–2027 CAP Program are now OPEN! 🎓

The Career Academy for Postgraduates (CAP) program at the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB) is designed to empower young adults with vision or hearing loss as they transition into productive employment, independent living, and postsecondary success.

Students in CAP can choose the pathway that best fits their goals:
📚 Educational Pathway — Explore college opportunities, strengthen academic readiness, and prepare for postsecondary education.
💼 Vocational Pathway — Build job readiness skills, explore career interests, and gain real-world work experience.

Through personalized support, hands-on learning, and real-world experiences, CAP helps students build confidence, independence, and a strong foundation for the future.

🔗: https://www.wvsdb2.state.k12.wv.us/documents/cap-program/2026-2027-cap-application-packet/26629514

4 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

$1 MILLION FOR WVSDB! 🚨

We're thrilled to announce that the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB) has been awarded $1 MILLION from the School Building Authority (SBA) of West Virginia! 🎉

This incredible investment will help transform our campus through important upgrades that will have an immediate impact on the safety, health, and well-being of our students, staff, and visitors.

🏫 Coming Soon:
🔒 A New Secure Entrance to Strengthen Campus Safety
🪟 Modern Windows that Enhance Efficiency and Comfort
💨 Interior Air Quality and Sanitation Improvements

Thank you to the SBA of WV for helping us continue to build a campus where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to thrive.

The future of WVSDB has never looked brighter. 🐻

#SchoolSafety #WVSDB #BuildingTheFuture

4 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Superintendent Burch stands on the far left-hand side for a group photo alongside formally dressed individuals.

A Beautiful Campus Doesn't Happen by Accident. 🏫

From perfectly maintained grounds to the countless projects that keep our campus running smoothly, our Maintenance Team works hard every day to create a place we're proud to call home. 🌟

Thank you for your hard work and dedication to making our campus beautiful for everyone who learns, works, and visits here. 💙

#CampusPride #WVSDB #ThankYouMaintenance

4 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

A male maintenance worker rides a lawn mower to cut the grass in front of the gymnasium.

The Sevigny Building surrounded by bright, green grass and large trees.

A male maintenance worker rides a lawn mower in front of a yellow and blue playground.

Seaton Hall in the distance with a strip of green grass and a large tree in the foreground.

Good Things are Brewing. ☕

Only 7 DAYS until Appalachia Provisions Café reopens for the summer! ☀️

We've missed the smell of fresh coffee.
We've missed the energy.
Most of all, we've missed serving YOU.

Join us on July 1, 2026, as we kick off another season of great food, refreshing drinks, and student-powered success. 🌟

📍 301 East Main Street
🗓️Wednesday, July 1 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
🗓️Thursday, July 2 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM

What's one menu item you'd love to see this summer? 👇

#RomenyWV #WVSDB #EatLocal

4 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

As of June 23, 2026, the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are accepting applications for the following vacancies for the 2026-2027 school year:

Custodian III - Itinerant (261 days)
General Maintenance - 1 Year Contract
General Maintenance/Electrician II - 260 days
Aide II, III, IV Supervisory / Transportation
LPN - 210 days - Night Shift

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

4 months ago, Sondra McKenery

Statewide Recognition for the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB)! 🏆

Mrs. JoAnna Gilbert has been named a 2027 West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) and Chamber Foundation School Service Personnel of the Year Finalist, one of the highest recognitions for school service personnel in West Virginia! 🎉

Since joining WVSDB in 2020, JoAnna has brought nearly 30 years of experience supporting individuals with disabilities. Her passion for helping students develop skills, confidence, and independence shines through in everything she does. 🌟

JoAnna earned her Autism Mentor Certification through Marshall University and continues to expand her expertise by studying Braille and learning American Sign Language (ASL) to better support the unique needs of her Deaf, Blind, and Autistic students.

Congratulations, JoAnna, on this well-deserved honor. We are incredibly proud to call you a member of the WVSDB family. 💛

📸: WVDE

#SchoolServicePersonnel #WVSDB #WVDE

4 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Mrs. JoAnna Gilbert. A female with brown, curly hair and wearing glasses smiles for the camera. She is wearing a black, floral blouse with a black blazer on top.

Mrs. JoAnna Gilbert stands on the far left-hand side along three other female finalists.