Saturday Plans? We’ve Got You! 🎉

Join us on December 13, 2–4 PM at Brannon Auditorium, WVSDB Campus, for a Deaf Social like no other!

Come hang out, make new friends, play games, and celebrate ASL & Deaf culture! 🤩

Who will we see there? 👀

#DeafSocial #WVSDB #ASLCommunity
5 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Deaf Social flyer. A blue background with various colored snowflakes and accents surrounds the phrase "Deaf Social", which is in dark blue font. Partner logos are at the bottom.
LADY BLACK BEARS TAKEOVER! 💥

Tonight at 6:00 PM, our Lady Black Bears hit the court AWAY against the Martinsburg Area Christian Homeschoolers!

Let's Go, Black Bears! 🐻

#GameDay #WVSDB #BlackBearPride
5 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A female basketball player in a blue and gold uniform poses with an orange basketball on her shoulder. The phrase "Game Day" is in white, bold font below the female player. The Martinsburg Homeschoolers and WVSDB logos are below "Game Day."
Our students lit up Capon Bridge, literally! 🌟

Handmade ornaments from WVSDB students brought holiday cheer to the community. 🎄

Don’t miss the WVSDB tree at this year’s "Light Up Capon Bridge" celebration. ✨

#LightUpCaponBridge #WVSDB #HolidayCheer

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A green, artificial tree decorated with blue and gold-colored ornaments and decorations. There are wrapped presents under the tree with a ceramic angel to the right of the presents.
A green, artificial tree decorated with blue and gold-colored ornaments and decorations. There are wrapped presents under the tree with a ceramic angel to the right of the presents.
A green, artificial tree decorated with blue and gold-colored ornaments and decorations. There are wrapped presents under the tree with a ceramic angel to the right of the presents.
Star Power at CVRP Technology Camp! 🌟

One of our Career Academy for Postgraduates (CAP) students, Kaylee, had the incredible opportunity to sit down and chat with Blessing Offor, a Visually Impaired (VI) musician, during a Technology Camp hosted by the Children’s Vision Rehabilitation Program (CVRP)! 🎶

Programs like CVRP’s camps give VI students across West Virginia moments that spark confidence. 💡

#BlessingOffor #WVSDB #CVRP



6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Blessing Offor, a male musician wearing a black and gray shirt and sunglasses is seated across from a female CAP student, Kaylee, who is dressed in black jeans and a black jacket.
Uh-oh! 🫣

The Elf on the Shelf has arrived at WVSDB… and he’s already causing chaos! 😆

Students in Mrs. Shoemaker’s class discovered their carefully decorated holiday tree… toppled! 🎄

He’s reporting straight to Santa, so stay tuned for more festive antics! 🎅✨

#ElfOnTheShelf #WVSDB #DeafBlindEducation
6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Three male students stand in front of a green, decorated tree. They are holding up Holiday items.
A male student reaches up to put a red star on top of a green, decorated tree.Two male students stand behind him observing him putting the star on the tree.
A green tree knocked on the floor with decorations over the floor. The Elf on the Shelf is sitting in the tree.
An up-close of the Elf on the Shelf sitting on the tree that is knocked over with a letter from the elf.
Three male students are pointing to the decorated tree that was knocked over by the Elf on the Shelf.
Today is National Special Education Day! 🌟

At the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB), we honor the dedication of our students, families, and educators who make learning accessible for all.

Every day, we empower students who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing (DHH), Blind, or Visually Impaired (VI) to reach their full potential.

Special Education transforms lives, and today, we celebrate its impact across West Virginia! ⛰️

#NationalSpecialEducationDay #WVSDB #EmpowerEveryStudent
6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
National Special Education Day in bold, dark-blue font in front of a gray background. The WVSDB Black Bear logo is at the top, center.

🚨 Game Canceled

Today’s away game at Highlands High School is canceled due to the weather.

📅 Rescheduled Date: December 11, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Highlands High School

Thank you!

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Orange basketball sitting on a basketball court. The phrase "Game Canceled" is in bold, blue and white font.

As of December 2, 2025, 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 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
Teacher and student playing piano together with Join OurTeam! banner.
Episode 5 of Hands Up, West Virginia is LIVE tonight! 👐⛰️

📅 December 2, 2025, | 6 PM

Get ready for a FREE, interactive adventure with the WVSDB Outreach team, open to anyone, anywhere! 🌎

What’s in store:
✨ Special Guests sharing unique perspectives on Deaf culture
👐 Live ASL demonstrations you can try yourself, perfect for beginners and pros
🎯 Interactive exercises that make learning fun and memorable
💬 Live Q&A - ask questions, get answers in real time
🎧 Fully accessible with captions + ASL/spoken English interpretation

Every episode is more than just a class; it’s a community experience, a chance to connect, explore Deaf culture, and enhance communication skills.

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

#HandsUpWV #WVSDB #WVSDBOutreach
6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Hands Up, West Virginia! A gray, textured background with the Hands Up, WV logo featuring blues, golds, and a pair of hands holding up mountains. The WVSDB and WVSDB Outreach logos are in the lower right-hand corner.
Good evening, The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB) will operate on a 2-Hour Delay on Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025 due to inclement weather. Thank you!
6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
2-Hour Delay in blue-colored font in front of a snow background. The WVSDB Black Bear logo is in the bottom center.
✨ Big News from Appalachia Provisions! ✨

Our student-run cafe, led by Chef Brian Olden, is brewing up something special and will open early 2026! 🍽️

Plus… we’re bringing you exclusive Appalachia Provisions merch you’ll love!

Keep your eyes peeled 👀

The official opening date is coming soon! 📅

#AppalachiaProvisions #WVSDB #ComingSoon
6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Overview of the Appalachia Provisions Cafe.
A black coffee mug with "WVSDB, Est. 1870, Romney WV" in white font, sitting on a shelf with more black mugs behind it.
An overview of the Appalachia Provisions Cafe with a refrigerator, eating area, and stools.
A black Appalachia Provisions hat with the Appalachia Provisions logo featuring a white outlined mountain.
An overview of the Appalachia Provisions cafe featuring the seating area and stools.
🎿❄️ Hit the Slopes with Us! ❄️🎿

Students in grades 6–12 who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing (DHH), or Blind/Low Vision (VI), this one’s for you! Join us February 8–11, 2026, for our February Discovery P.O.I.N.T. session. 🌟

Not only will you explore one of our five Career & Technical Education (CTE) Academies, but you’ll also experience an Adaptive Ski Trip designed just for you! 🛠️

This exciting adventure is brought to you in partnership with WVSDB, WVSDB Outreach, and the WV Lions Club Recreation Program.

Don’t miss the adventure! 🏔️

#AdaptiveSkiTrip #WVSDB #WinterAdventure
6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Discovery P.O.I.N.T. Adaptive Ski Trip flyer featuring our five CTE Academies and event descriptions. The WVSDB, WVSDB Outreach, and WV Lions Club Recreation Program logos are in the bottom left-hand corner.
Happy Thanksgiving from the WVSDB family to yours! 🦃

This season, we are especially grateful for our incredible students, dedicated staff, supportive families, and the wonderful community that surrounds us. 💛

May your day be filled with love, laughter, and plenty of pumpkin pie! 🥧

#HappyThanksgiving #WVSDB #Gratitude

6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
"Happy Thanksgiving" in yellow and white-colored font in front of a photos of orange pumpkins. The WVSDB Black Bear logo is at the bottom, center of the graphic.
As of November 25, 2025, the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are accepting applications for the following vacancies:

LPN - 210 days (evening shift)
Substitute Bus Driver (to be certified onsite)
Substitute General Maintenance/Plumber II

To apply, please visit - https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369
6 months ago, Sondra McKenery
We Are Hiring in ASL with School Logo
Join us for an afternoon celebrating American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf culture! 💙

WVSDB, WVSDB Outreach, the WV Deaf Service Center, and WV Hands & Voices invite you to our Deaf Social on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 2:00–4:00 PM in the Brannon Auditorium on the WVSDB campus.

Enjoy:
🤟 Interactive ASL games
🎨 Creative crafts
☕ A build-your-own hot chocolate bar
🎁 Fun door prizes
🎬 A special showing of Happy Feet

Everyone is welcome, Deaf, Hard of Hearing (DHH), families, ASL learners, and community supporters.

Let’s come together to celebrate language, culture, and connection! 🤩

#DeafSocial #WVSDB #DeafCulture
6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Deaf Social Flyer. A snowy background filled with trees, snowflakes, and penguins. Event details are in blue-colored font.
🍂 Happy Fall Break, WVSDB family! 🍂

We are so grateful for our incredible students, staff, and families who make every day on campus meaningful. Enjoy a well-deserved break November 24–28, 2025! 🦃

📅 Residential students will return to campus on Sunday, November 30, 2025, with classes resuming on Monday, December 1st, 2025.

We can’t wait to welcome everyone back refreshed and ready to finish the semester strong! 📚

#FallBreak #WVSDB #Thankful
6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Fall Break. A background full of different colored Fall leaves with the phrase "Fall Break" in a cursive, red font. The WVSDB Black Bear logo is at the top, center.
The Career Academy for Postgraduates (CAP) Program has been on the move! 🎉

From celebrating student birthdays to earning new certifications to representing WVSDB and CAP at the National Federation of the Blind conference, our CAP students have been busy making big things happen. 👏

Every achievement is proof of what’s possible when Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) and Blind/Visually Impaired (VI) students get the proper support and opportunities.

We’re so proud of the incredible futures they’re building. 💛

#CAP #WVSDB #AccessAndOpportunity
6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A group of students and Ms. Rachel Lanham are seated for a photo at the National Federation of the Blind Conference.
Ms. Franki Harrah, CAP Specialist takes a selfie with two students. Behind them, the trees are turning shades of orange, red, and yellow.
A male student proudly holds up a certificate as he shacks hands with ProStart Culinary instructor Chef Brian Olden.
Ms. Rachel Lanham, a woman with dark hair and wears glasses takes a selfie with a male student who is wearing a hat and glasses.
A group photo of CAP students celebrating one of their peers' birthdays.
Ms. Rachel Lanham, a female with dark hair and glasses takes a selfie with a male student wearing glasses. They both are giving a "thumbs up."
Winter sports = full send. ❄️

The Black Bears are officially in season. 🐻

Let’s roll, WVSDB! ⚡

#WinterSports #WVSDB #WeAreWVSDB
6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Girls basketball players are huddled together with their arms around each other's shoulders.
A male goalball player rolls a blue-colored goalball.
Girls' basketball team playing on the court against WPSD.
Girls basketball players lined up for a foul shot.
Group photo of the boy's goalball team with their coach.
Girls' basketball team playing on the court against WPSD.
Girls' basketball team playing on the court against WPSD.
Girls' basketball team playing on the court against WPSD.
Girls' basketball team playing on the court against WPSD.
🎿❄️ Hit the Slopes with Us! ❄️🎿

Students in grades 6–12 who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing (DHH), or Blind/Low Vision (VI), this one’s for you! Join us February 8–11, 2026, for our February Discovery P.O.I.N.T. session. 🌟

Not only will you explore one of our five Career & Technical Education (CTE) Academies, but you’ll also experience an Adaptive Ski Trip designed just for you! 🛠️

This exciting adventure is brought to you in partnership with WVSDB, WVSDB Outreach, and the WV Lions Club Recreation Program.

Don’t miss the adventure! 🏔️

#AdaptiveSkiTrip #WVSDB #WinterAdventure
6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A male skier in winter gear looks towards the camera as he is surrounded by white-colored snow.
Episode 4 of Hands Up, West Virginia is LIVE tonight! 👐⛰️

📅 November 18, 2025, | 6 PM

Get ready for a FREE, interactive adventure with Jennifer Casto & the WVSDB Outreach team, open to anyone, anywhere! 🌎

What’s in store:
✨ Special Guests sharing unique perspectives on Deaf culture
👐 Live ASL demonstrations you can try yourself, perfect for beginners and pros
🎯 Interactive exercises that make learning fun and memorable
💬 Live Q&A - ask questions, get answers in real time
🎧 Fully accessible with captions + ASL/spoken English interpretation

Every episode is more than just a class; it’s a community experience, a chance to connect, explore Deaf culture, and enhance communication skills.

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

#HandsUpWV #WVSDB #WVSDBOutreach
6 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Hands Up, WV logo in front of a gray background. "Season 1 - Episode 4" is in blue-colored font below the logo. The WVSDB and WVSDB Outreach logos are in the bottom right-hand corner.