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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

5 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!

5 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!

5 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

5 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!

5 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Senior Night Love for Bray! 🏀

Your dedication and leadership have helped shape this team and inspire everyone around you. Bray, you’ve left your mark on the Lady Black Bears basketball team, and we couldn’t be prouder of you! 🤩

And we’re not done yet…
This weekend, the Lady Black Bears head to the ESDAA Basketball Tournament in Rhode Island! 🔥

Let’s go, Lady Black Bears! 🐻

#SeniorNight #WVSDB #ESDAA

5 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Two coaches stand on either side of a female basketball player who is holding a basketball with team members signatures, a bouquet of flowers, and blue and yellow balloons. They are all smiling proudly at the camera.

Appalachia Provisions Café is back at it tomorrow, February 4th! ⛰️

Doors open 7:30 AM–1:00 PM, and our incredible student team is fired up and ready to serve you something delicious. 🍽️

Swing by, grab your favorites, and support our talented future chefs.

They can’t wait to welcome you! 🤩

#CTEMonth #WVSDB #AppalachiaProvisionsCafe

5 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Southwestern salad featuring chicken, rice, black beans, hard boiled eggs, and cheese.

Large chocolate brownie with peanut butter frosting on the top.

An overview of the items for sale in a refrigerator.

Cafe Menu in white font in front of a black background.

As of February 3, 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 LPN

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

5 months ago, Sondra McKenery

The Wait is Over! ⌛

WVSDB Outreach is kicking off Season 2 of Hands Up, West Virginia! with an all-new, high-energy session tonight, February 3, 2026, at 6:00 PM! 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

5 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

February is Career & Technical Education (CTE) Month! 💼

Did you know?! 🤔

The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB) give Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) & Blind/Low Vision (VI) students the tools to learn and explore through five specialized CTE Academies. 💡

Your future starts here! 🚀

#CTEMonth #WVSDB #CareerReady

5 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

A male instructor wearing a yellow-colored shirt, hearing and eye-protective equipment assists a male student who is also wearing hearing and eye-protective equipment use a table saw to cut a piece of wood.

A male instructor and a male student stand on either side of a piece of equipment that smooths out wood.

A male instructor holds a large piece of brown wood as a male student stands across from him using a measuring tape to measure the width of the piece of wood.

Good evening, The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB) will operate on a 2-hour delay on Monday, February 2nd, 2026. Thank you!

5 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Good evening, As of today, Friday, January 30, 2026, WVSDB plans for a normal return of students to campus on Sunday, February 1, 2026. We will continue to monitor weather conditions and will notify families promptly if there are any changes. Thank you!

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Not all heroes wear capes… some drive plows. 🚜

Huge shoutout to our Maintenance and Custodial Teams for battling snow and ice to keep our campus safe and running smoothly. ❄️

Thanks to you, our students and staff can return safely! 💛

#CampusHeroes #WVSDB #BehindTheScenes

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

An orange Kubota tractor with a plow on the front is parked in a parking lot with several buildings in the background. There is white snow that has been plowed.

Throwback Thursday! ⏪

January is Braille Literacy Month, and we’re throwing it WAY back! Check out these throwback photos of students learning, practicing, and typing in Braille. ⌨️

At the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB), access means meeting students where they are, in every language, format, and learning style. 📚

#ThrowbackThursday #WVSDB #BrailleLiteracy

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Three individuals standing side-by-side, gathered around a desk with Braille equipment sitting on top. The individual in the middle is wearing headphones and typing on a Braille writer.

A group of students seated at their desks with a Braille writer in front of each student.

An individual stands to the left while holding a large book, while a seated individual to the right types on a Braille writer.

As of January 27, 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 LPN

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

6 months ago, Sondra McKenery

While snow week keeps us cozy, we’re getting excited for a winter adventure. ❄️

Our Discovery P.O.I.N.T. Adaptive Ski Trip is open to Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) and Blind/Low Vision (VI) students across West Virginia in grades 6–12. ⛷️

✔️ Completely FREE
✔️ Ski clothing provided
✔️ Designed for access

➡️Deadline to register is January 31st, 2026!
https://forms.office.com/r/ZxASXYktSX

This Discovery P.O.I.N.T. opportunity is a collaboration between WVSDB Outreach, WVSDB, and the WV Lions Club Recreation Program.

#AdaptiveSkiTrip #WVSDB #WinterAdventure

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Two skiers stand side-by-side in their ski gear surrounded by white snow.

❄️Winter Weather Announcement❄️

Due to ongoing winter weather conditions across the state, we will use our remaining traditional snow days for the rest of this week.

➡️We will continue to closely monitor weather and travel conditions and will make every effort to safely return students to campus on Sunday, February 1, 2026.

Any updates or changes will be communicated as soon as possible. ☎️

Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB) campus will be closed on Monday, January 26th, 2026, due to inclement weather. This will be a snow day for WVSDB students.

Non-essential staff should NOT report to campus. Staff members who are unsure of their status should contact their direct supervisor.

We will continue to monitor weather conditions and will provide updates regarding students’ return to campus. Please monitor our official communication channels for the most current information.

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Good evening, Due to current weather conditions, the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB) will not be running buses on Sunday, January 25th, 2026. We are actively monitoring the weather and will continue to provide updates regarding plans for returning students to campus. Please follow WVSDB closely for the most up-to-date information on Facebook, the WVSDB app, and our website. Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Big Wins. Big Partnerships. Big Futures. 🚀

Congratulations to Black Bears Drone Team 1870A and Coach Epperly on earning the Judges Award at their first competition of the season! 🏆

Through our partnership with NASA, we’ve brought drones, rocketry, and robotics clubs back for students to explore and compete. 🌎

#STEMSuccess #WVSDB #BlackBearsDroneTeam

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

A group of students and their male coach stand side by side for a photo. A male student in the front proudly holds up a certificate of recognition.

Students and their male coach are seated on bleachers and smile for the camera.

A male student is kneeling down and wearing safety glasses as he looks towards the drone course.

A male student wearing safety glasses and holding up a remote controller used to navigate his drone through the course.

A male student kneels down as he sets up the drone course.

A male student stands and holds a remote controller as he concentrates on flying his drone through the course.