Did you know that The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind has an eSports program? 🎮 Every Tuesday, our students train hard, gearing up for exhilarating tournaments every Wednesday with Head Coach, Ms. Janelle Ganoe! From Mario Kart to Fortnite, our players showcase their skills in a variety of games including Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Overwatch 2, Madden 24, Apex Legends, and Rainbow Six Siege! This Spring, Fortnite takes the spotlight as our most popular game, following an exciting Fall season dominated by Rocket League. 🌟 Join us in celebrating the talent of our eSports team! 🐻 #GamingCommunity #esports #WVSDB
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
WVSDB e-sports students seated at their assigned computer monitoring while they play during a tournament.
WVSDB e-sports players seated at their computer monitor. They are wearing blue and gold jerseys.
Two students are playing Fortnite during a tournament.
🎉 Join us for Parents Day at the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind on Thursday, March 28th, 2024, beginning at 10 AM! 🎶 Let's throw it back to the 90s with themed music and skits! 🎤 Can't make it in person? No problem! Fill out the form below for the Zoom link and join the fun virtually. ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://forms.office.com/r/ufTHZw6EMz Don't miss out on this blast from the past! #ParentsDay #90sTheme #WVSDB
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Parent's Day social media graphic. The graphic features bright neon colors such as yellow, pink, and blue, along with 90's memorabilia scattered throughout the photo.
Residential students had the opportunity of attending a musical production of "Singing 🎶In The Rain" ☔️ at a local college yesterday evening. #DormLife #ExploringTheArts
about 1 year ago, Christine Lewis
A wide angle group, photo of the students and staff standing outside of the theater before the performance dress in there fancy clothes. The group is standing on a set of stairs in front of three white column.
A picture of the playbill for singing in the rain
A group photo of the residence and staff seated inside theater prior to the performance beginning
Mrs. Henry's science classes have been buzzing with activity lately! 🐸 Students got hands-on experience with frog dissections in Biology class, and it was an eye-opening experience. 💡 Now, they've wrapped up learning about the human body systems and how they work harmoniously to keep us going. It was wonderful for our students to physically see all the organs they've been studying and understand how they're interconnected. 🔬 #ScienceIsAwesome #HandsOnLearning #WVSDB
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Two students and a teacher look down at the frog they are dissecting for Biology class.
A female student and her science teacher look down carefully at the frog they are dissecting.
A female student and her teacher are carefully dissecting a frog for Biology class.
Big applause to WVDE TAC: West Virginia Outreach Center for the Deaf and the Blind (WVOCDB) for a fantastic Functional Listening Evaluation (FLE) and Comprehensive Language Evaluation (CLE) training! 🤩 Thank you for equipping DHH teachers and Speech-Language Pathologists in West Virginia with essential skills. Your commitment to providing these opportunities is invaluable! 👏 #ProfessionalDevelopment #WestVirginia
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A group photo of WVDE TAC: WVOCDB Outreach Specialists at their FLE/CLE training.
A group photo of WVDE TAC: WVOCDB Outreach Specialists at their FLE/CLE training.
A WVDE TAC: West Virginia Outreach Center for the Deaf and the Blind specialists presenting to training participants.
An WVOCDB Outreach Specialist wearing a black top with her hands facing towards her shoulders.
Jack Walker from West Virginia Public Broadcasting came to cover the Braille Challenge and Cane Quest events hosted by Children's Vision Rehabilitation Program (CVRP) at The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind. Check out his WONDERFUL article below! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://wvpublic.org/blind-visually-impaired-students-unite-for-braille-cane-challenges/
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
🌈On Sunday evening, our residential students found the luck of the Irish as they celebrated St. Patrick's Day with the annual party. ☘️ Their Irish eyes were smiling as residents danced and played games while the search was on for the pot of gold at the end of the residential rainbow. #DormLife
about 1 year ago, Christine Lewis
The high school students who won Mr. and Mrs. leprechaun. Both are dressed in shorts and a T-shirt, wearing green velvet robes, and a green and white top hat with a fore clover on it.
A resident dances the jig in the middle of the floor, while a group of students and staff laugh and watch
A male and female resident dressed up as Mr. and Mrs. leprechaun in the green velvet robes and green top hats
to resident dressed up, representing the middle school age group as Mr. and Mrs. leprechaun in green velvet robes, and top hats with four leaf clovers
To Pardeeville, the end of the music in the middle of the cafeteria
A young man asking a young lady to dance the jig, and the young lady is smiling and laughing hysterically as
A group of three friends socialize during the party and smile at the camera
A table of residence and staff enjoy party finger foods at a table with a green and white checkered tablecloth with a happy St. Patrick’s Day sign in the back
A resident dressed up as a leprechaun sand in front of the happy St. Patrick’s Day sign with two blowup leprechauns on each side. The resin holds up a fake orange beard with a rainbow sign.
SY25 jobs are open for application! WVSDB is seeking qualified candidates for the vacancies listed below. If you or someone you know is interested in applying, please visit https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369. CTE Teacher - Career & Work Skills Training Instructor Licensed Practical Nurse - 210 days (2 positions) Part-time Physical Therapist (.4 FTE) Professional Interpreter I, II Psychologist - 261 days Residential Care Specialist - evening shift Substitute Custodian Substitute LPN Substitute RN Teacher - English 05-AD/DHH PK-AD Teacher - Science 05-AD/Biology 09-AD Full job descriptions are available on the WVSDB Employment Opportunities page. Each job description contains links to WVSDB salary and benefit information. Contact the WVSDB HR Office if you would have any questions or would like additional information. We look forward to hearing from you.
about 1 year ago, Sondra McKenery
School Logo with an arrow pointing to "Your new career starts here."
🎉 Shoutout to Dr. Melanie Ashworth, Mrs. Nora Stevenson, and Mrs. Ashley Suddath for representing WVDE TAC: West Virginia Outreach Center for the Deaf and the Blind (WVOCDB) and The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB) at the recent West Virginia Speech-Language-Hearing Association (WVSHA) conference! 🙌 Their presentations were packed with valuable insights: 👂 Dr. Ashworth & Mrs. Suddath delved into audiograms, hearing tech, language deprivation, intervention strategies, and AAC for DHH students. 📝 Mrs. Stevenson shared about WVDE's Comprehensive Language Evaluation (CLE), a crucial step mandated by WVDE Policy 2419. Discover the process of evaluating DHH students and gaining insights into distinguishing between language delay and language disorder. Kudos for advancing knowledge and support for DHH students! 🌟
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Nora Stevenson, Dr. Melanie Ashworth, and Ashley Suddath standing in front of a WVSHA Convention banner and a balloon arch made up of black, purple, and blue balloons.
Nora Stevenson holds a microphone while she presents her content during the WVSHA convention.
Ashley Suddath presenting to convention participants who are seated at round tables.
Ashley Suddath holding a microphone while presenting her content to convention participants.
Dr. Melanie Ashworth is holding a microphone while presenting her content to convention participants.
Dr. Melanie Ashworth is standing at a wooden podium while she presents to WVSHA convention participants.
🏆 AMAZING NEWS! 🏆 Our girls and boys goalball teams rocked the tournament, clinching 2nd place! 🎉 Huge congrats to Rachelle, Bella, Canyon, and Eli for their ALL-STAR awards, and Audrey, Miley, and J.R. for their honorable mentions. 🌟 Special shoutout to the boys for winning the team sportsmanship award! 👏 Keep up the fantastic work, Black Bears! 🐻 #Goalball #WVSDB
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Two male WVSDB goalball players standing side-by-side after they received their award.
Two female WVSDB goalball players standing on the court side-by-side after receiving their award.
Three male WVSDB goalball players and their coach side side-by-side smiling at the camera wearing their medals that they have won.
A male WVSDB goalball player stands on the court wearing his medal proudly.
An action shot of the female goalball players playing during the tournament. One female is getting ready to roll a blue goalball to the other team.
The WVSDB boys team are huddled together with their coach.
During their Junior and Seniors years, the residential students complete meal 🥦🍚planning, preparation, and facilitation to demonstrate the mastery of expanded core curricula skills. The students have the option of inviting special guests to their meals to commemorate 🎉the accomplishments. #DormLife.
about 1 year ago, Christine Lewis
A female student prepares chicken in the electric skillet standing in the pod kitchen
A student has shown prepping vegetables for the meal
Student assurance standing, stirring the chicken while it cooks in preparation for chicken stirfry
The student is checking whether the chicken is done and ready for additional preparation
A student slices of vegetables using knife skills
A picture of the completed chicken and rice stirfry dish with carrots broccoli the chicken sauce with chicken and rice on a plate
A picture of the guest invited for dinner sitting around the table in the forefront it shows that the table is set with a plate bowl, glass and silverware
Below is the schedule for the goalball tournament in New York on Saturday, March 16th, 2024! 🐻 ➡️PSB VS WVSDB -8:30 AM - BOYS ➡️MD VS WVSDB - 9:30 AM - GIRLS ➡️MD VS WVSDB - 10:30 AM - BOYS ➡️NYI VS WVSDB - 11:30 AM - GIRLS You can stream the tournament on NYI's Instagram @ nyise999
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Goalball Tournament Schedule for Saturday, March 16th. The graphic features a blue and yellow background with the list of games being played by WVSDB.
Below is the schedule for the goalball tournament in New York on Friday, March 15th, 2024! 🐻 ➡️NYI VS WVSDB -4:30 PM - BOYS ➡️MD VS WVSDB - 7:00 PM - GIRLS ➡️OSB VS WVSDB - 7:30 PM - BOYS ➡️NYI VS WVSDB - 8:00 PM - GIRLS You can stream the tournament on NYI's Instagram @ nyise999
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Goalball tournament schedule for Friday, March 15th. There is a blue and yellow background with the schedule details.
Our Black Bears are headed to the New York Institute for Special Education in the Bronx, NY, for a Goalball tournament! 🥅 Wishing them the best of luck as they showcase their talent and determination on the court. Stream the tournament on NYI's Instagram @ nyise999 Let's Go Black Bears! 🐻 #GoalballTournament #BlackBearsOnTheRoad #WVSDB
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Goalball Tournament social media graphic. The graphic features blue and yellow accents with an orange goalball in the center.
Our Elementary students had a few furry visitors today! 🐾 ➡️Meet Redbird and Pippi. Redbird is a blind guinea pig, who is a finalist in Cadbury's Bunny search. 🐰 Thanks for visiting us! 🤩
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A student looks closely at the two guinea pigs in their enclosure.
A female student looks down curiously at the two guinea pigs in their enclosure.
A male student is touching Redbird the guinea pig while their owner holders her.
A male student is getting ready to touch Redbird the guinea pig.
Two students look and admire Redbird the guinea pig who is being held by her owner.
Two female teachers and a female student look into the guinea pig enclosure.
A teacher assists a student touch the guinea pig while it is being held by one of its owners.
Shoutout to Nora Stevenson and Wendy Bailey, Statewide K-12 Outreach Specialists from the WVDE TAC: Outreach Center for the Deaf and the Blind! 🌟 They recently shared invaluable Instructional Strategies and Accommodations for students who are Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, Blind, and Low Vision with students enrolled in EDUC 203 at The University of Charleston! 📚👏 Thank you, ladies, for your incredible work! 💙 #InclusiveEducation #WVOCDB #WVSDB
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Nora Stevenson and Wendy Bailey of WVDE:TAC WVOCDB presenting to education majors at The University of Charleston.
Wendy Bailey of WVDE:TAC WVOCDB presenting to education majors at The University of Charleston. The students are attentively watching her presentation.
Nora Stevenson and Wendy Bailey of WVDE:TAC WVOCDB presenting to education majors at The University of Charleston.
Education majors at The University of Charleston are participating in an activity.
WVDE TAC: WVOCDB sitting on an "Almost Heaven" swing with the WV State Capitol in the background.
Exciting day in Lost River, West Virginia! 🌲 Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students from The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind had an amazing time exploring local businesses in Lost River, WV, including Lost River Vacations and Lost and Found Pizza and Provisions. 🍕 Lost River Vacations, 100% Deaf-Owned, welcomed our students with open arms, showcasing homes built by Deaf craftspeople. Plus, our students proudly contributed, building picnic tables for these spots with Mr. Catlett's CTE class! 🏡
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A group photo of the WVSDB students and staff who went to Lost River, WV.
WVSDB students standing in the kitchen area of one of the cabins at Lost River Vacations.
WVSDB students and staff standing on an outdoor deck of one of the cabins at Lost River Vacations.
WVSDB students sitting in a wooden structure during their field trip.
WVSDB students sitting in a wooden structure during their field trip.
One of the owners of Lost River Vacations signing to our students during a tour.
WVSDB students and staff outside looking at a wooden structure.
One of the owners of Lost River Vacations signing to our students during a tour.
WVSDB students and staff seated at Lost and Found Pizza and Provisions.
🗓️ SAVE THE DATE! 🗓️ ➡️May 29th-31st, 2024⬅️ Join us for the 2024 Interpreter's Retreat presented by the WVDE TAC: West Virginia Outreach Center for the Deaf and the Blind. 🤟 This retreat promises enriching workshops, networking opportunities, and a chance to connect with fellow interpreters. ➡️For more information, contact Dr. Ressie Phillips at ressie.phillips@k12.wv.us
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Save the Date flyer for the 2024 Interpreter's Retreat presented by WVOCDB.
The 2024 Braille Challenge and Cane Quest was a SUCCESS! 🌟 This event was brought to you by the collaborative efforts of the Children's Vision Rehabilitation Program (CVRP) and The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind. Thank you to the following organizations for their support: ➡️Children's Vision Rehabilitation Program ➡️WVDE TAC: Outreach Center for the Deaf and the Blind ➡️Romney Sheetz ➡️Marshall University Students
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A female student smiles for the camera while she is seated at a table with a gray Braille writer in front of her.
A male participant is reading Braille with his hands. There is a blue Braille writer to his right.
A female participant is reading Braille during the competition.
A female Marshall University student is smiling at a competition participant. There is blue Braille writer in front of the participant.
A male student is walking with his white cane during Cane Quest.
Two female Cane Quest participants are crossing the road to get to the sidewalk.
A member of WVOCDB is playing outdoor games with competition participants.
A Cane Quest participant walks down a sidewalk with his guide.
A group of Cane Quest participants cross the street with their guides.
A group photo of all Braille Challenge and Cane Quest participants in front of a WVSDB building.
Wrapping up Read Across America at The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind! 📚 What a week of literacy celebration for our students. Huge thanks to all our special guest readers for joining us and inspiring our students! 🌟 Our Elementary students had a blast with a Dr. Seuss-themed party to honor the iconic author. 📖 Let's keep the reading magic alive! ✨ #ReadAcrossAmerica #LiteracyCelebration #WVSDB
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Elementary students listen to guest reader Christina Payne.
Guest reader Christina Payne tells the story of "There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Frog".
A student adds a 4th apple to his stack.
Guest reader Christina Payne tells the story of "There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Frog".
A students meets special guest The Cat in the Hat.
A cake decorated with gummy fish and the words "1 Fish, 2 Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish".
A student is looking at his stack of apples.
A student spoons ice cream from a cup. A piece of cake and green eggs (green-tinted vanilla pudding with a vanilla wafer in the center) sit on the table.
A student smiles at special guest The Cat in the Hat.
A students tries to catch the cups she stacked in her Cat's hat as the cups fall.