What an incredible trip to Blackwater Falls State Park! 🌲 Our residents and staff had a blast exploring the park's trails and soaking up the beauty of nature. 🎒 Huge shoutout to the fantastic park rangers who made our visit to the nature center so engaging and informative. From hiking to picnicking and finding the charming "Almost Heaven" state swing, every moment was pure joy! ✨ #BlackwaterFalls #WVTourism #WVSDB
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
WVSDB residential students and staff stand on a wooden structure that overlooks Blackwater Falls for a group photo.
WVSDB students are standing on a wooden structure that overlooks the falls. The students are facing away from the camera and taking photos of their own of Blackwater Falls.
WVSDB students standing on a wooden structure with Blackwater Falls in the background. There is greenery surrounding the falls and students.
WVSDB students smiling and posing for the camera while they sit on a rock structure.
Blackwater Falls with water rushing down the rocks. There is green trees surrounding the falls.
WVSDB students and staff are gathered around a "Almost Heaven" state swing. There is greenery behind them.
A female WVSDB student wearing a pink outfit is sitting on the wooden "Almost Heaven" State swing.
A female WVSDB student is wearing a pink outfit while touching a taxidermic black bear.
A male WVSDB student is holding his cane while standing on a wooden structure with Blackwater Falls in the background.
A male WVSDB student is standing for a photo with Blackwater Falls in the background with greenery surrounding him.
📢PTO MEETING REMINDER📢 Join us for a virtual informational meeting on TOMORROW, May 7th, 2024, at 6:00 PM as we prepare to start our Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). Your participation will help enhance the educational experience for our students. RSVP with the provided link or scan the QR code below. ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSerZQ54RMRjN7yxu0LmsK596QtsdR413ej4I00uH4cmjtpX0g/viewform ➡️For inquiries, reach out to Mrs. Christina Payne at jaktara75@gmail.com. Let's come together and make a difference for WVSDB and our students! 🌟 #WVSDB #PTO #EducationForAll
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
PTO Startup Meeting flyer. The flyer features a laptop keyboard with a blue and yellow background. There is a QR code in the lower right-hand corner.
It's time to celebrate our INCREDIBLE educators! 🍎 As Teacher Appreciation Week kicks off, let's take a moment to express our gratitude for the unwavering commitment and inspiration our teachers bring to the classroom. 📚 From igniting a love for learning to guiding our students through challenges, their dedication knows no bounds. Take a moment to thank a teacher who has made a positive impact on your life! 🌟 #TeacherAppreciationWeek #WVSDB
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Teacher Appreciation Week. The font is in different colors. There is a stack of textbooks with a trophy on top. The WVSDB logo is in the bottom left-hand corner.
Big thanks to the Lions Clubs of West Virginia for treating The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and Blind's residential students to an amazing bowling trip! 🦁 From lane rentals to delicious pizza and ice cream, everything was covered. 🎳 We're grateful for your generosity in creating memorable experiences for our community! 🤩 #LionsClub #CommunityOuting #WVSDB
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A male WVSDB student is being assisted by a female aide after his turn to bowl.
A group photo of WVSDB students, staff and aides at the bowling alley.
Four WVSDB students are seated at a table looking at the camera and smiling.
A WVSDB student is taking their turn bowling at the lane.
Students behind another student as they take their turn bowling at the lane.
WVSDB students and staff seated at a rectangular table eating food.
Three WVSDB students are seated at a rectangular table eating food.
WVSDB students inside the arcade playing various arcade games.
Two female students seated at a rectangular table mingling with one another.
WVSDB students and staff at the bowling alley.
🌟 Interpreter's Retreat Speaker Spotlight 🌟 Don't miss out on this transformative experience with William Martinez! Join us on a mesmerizing journey of BELONGing, woven with ASL, personal stories, and music. 🎶 Every educator needs to witness this! 📚 Just five minutes of connection can change a life FOREVER. 🤟 #Education #ASL #Interpreter
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Speaker Spotlight of William Martinez. There is a blue background with gold accents. The speaker description is in white font. A photo of William Martinez is on the right-hand side with his hand cupping his face.
Representatives from the Cacapon Institute and the Department of Environmental Protection collaborated with our elementary students to enhance our rain garden. 🌧️ Thanks to the Cacapon Institute's generosity, we're adding a burst of color to our garden with new plants. 🌱 This collaboration isn't just about gardening—it's a valuable lesson in caring for our environment that our students will carry with them. 💚 #RainGarden #EnvironmentalEducation #WVSDB
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A representative from the Cacapon Institute is wearing a blue shirt and has long brown curly hair is holding up a plant for a female elementary student to see. The student is wearing an orange dress.
A male WVSDB student is holding a gardening tool while he looks up and smiles for the camera. He is wearing a blue and white shirt.
Elementary students are watching the representatives explain the various plants before they begin gardening.
A female student looks down at her hands at a worm that she found while gardening.
A female student with curly blonde hair looks down as she plants new flowers.
A male student wearing a blue shirt proudly holds up one of his plants.
A representative wearing a blue shirt with long curly brown hair is assisting a male student while he gardens.
A male student wearing a gray shirt is leaning down to plant in the garden.
A female student is showing a male student, who is in a wheelchair one of the plants she has. A female aide is in the middle of them assisting.
A group photo of elementary students and representatives sitting in the grass with the rain garden behind them in the background.
Get ready to hit play! 📷 Season 3 Episode 7 of Bear Necessities WVSDB News is officially LIVE! 🐻 Watch now for an inside look at our Parents' Day program, School Improvements, WVSDB Sports, and more exciting highlights! Don't miss out – Click the link below to catch the newest episode! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ue_cG_b23LA&t=1s
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
As of April 30, the West Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind is seeking qualified applicants for the following job opportunities: Licensed Practical Nurse - 210 days Professional Interpreter I, II Substitute LPN Substitute Residential Care Specialist Substitute RN Teacher - Science 05-AD/Biology 09-AD WVOCDB Transition Specialist/Interpreter - 261 days See something of interest this week? Apply online, at - https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369
about 1 year ago, Sondra McKenery
Chalkboard with WVSDB Jobs and various school supplies on the ledge
Registration ENDS today, April 29th, 2024! ⏳ Join us for Summer Camps at The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind! 🐻 Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Blind, Low Vision, and Deafblind students from all over West Virginia are welcome to join us! 🎭 July 7-11: Act Out Adventure 🦖 July 7-11: Jurassic Literacy Explorers 🏅 July 14-18: Literacy Games 🔍 July 14-18: 360 Degree Camp 🏀 July 21-24: Black Bears Sports Camp Get ready for a summer filled with fun, learning, and adventure! 🌞📚 Don't miss out - register NOW! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://forms.office.com/r/Mipn526vzm #SummerCamps #WVSDB
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Act Out Adventure Summer Camp Flyer.
Jurassic Literacy Explorers Summer Camp Flyer.
Literacy Games Summer Camp Flyer.
360 Degree Academy Summer Camp Flyer.
Black Bear Sports Camp Flyer.
The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind recently participated in their first track meet of the season at the Maryland School for the Blind! 🌟 Our students truly shined, excelling in their respective events. 🏆 Get ready for more excitement as the Black Bears gear up to return to the Maryland School for the Blind from May 10th to 12th for an upcoming track tournament. Let's go Black Bears! 🐻 #WVSDB #TrackAndField #GoBlackBears
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Athletes from WVSDB and other school athletes participating in a track event.
WVSDB and other track athletes running on a red track during a track meet.
Student athletes running on a red track during a track meet.
Student athletes running in their own lane on a red track.
Student athletes running in their own lane on a red track.
A male WVSDB student athlete is running on a red track during the track meet.
Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) Week was a hit at The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind! 🎉 Our students delved into the local art scene with visits to Hampshire County Co-op, where they toured and created art. 🎨 Then, off to Gallaudet for a full day immersing in deaf culture, from campus tours to enjoying lunch in the university cafeteria and even catching a thrilling girls' softball game. 🥎 Meanwhile, our elementary students embarked on a delightful field trip to a local restaurant. 🍽️ Back at school, they honed practical skills with mock video relay calls, mastering everything from setting appointments to making restaurant reservations and knowing when to call 911. What a week of learning and fun! 🌟🏫 #ECCWeek #DeafBlindEducation #WVSDB
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
WVSDB students seated at a rectangular table while working on art projects at the co-op.
Gallaudet University Welcome Sign. The sign is white and blue with white font. There are green trees in the background.
A female WVSDB student is seated at a computer while signing and practicing mock relay calls.
A female WVSDB student and female WVSDB teacher are sitting beside one another in front of a computer while the student practices mock relay calls.
WVSDB students and staff are posing for a group photo in front of a statue on the Gallaudet University campus.
WVSDB students standing in front of the Gallaudet University sign.
WVSDB students and staff are seated in bleachers outside while observing a Gallaudet University softball game.
A male elementary student is wearing a gray sweatshirt and eating a chocolate icecream cone.
WVSDB elementary students and WVSDB staff are seated at a restaurant table coloring waiting for their food.
A male WVSDB student is smiling while a WVSDB staff member helps him eat his icecream.
Let's wish our Black Bears luck as they head to the Maryland School for the Blind for their Track Meet! 🐻 Let's go, Black Bears! 🐾 #GoBlackBears #WVSDB
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Track Meet Announcement. The background is black with a photo of a numbered lane track on the left side. The WVSDB Black Bear logo is on the right side. The phrase "Track Meet" is in yellow below the track photo with the date and location below it.
The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are thrilled to share that we had a fantastic visit from West Virginia's Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) this week! 🎉 DRS is all about supporting individuals with disabilities on their path to employment success. From personalized career assessments to crafting unique job plans, their vocational counselors helped answer our students' questions. 🤩 Thank you, DRS representatives, for helping our students reach their future career goals! 🌟 #WVSDB #Empowerment #CareerSuccess
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
WVSDB students are seated in the MPR watching and listening to the presentation prepared by DRS representatives.
A representative from the DRS meets with two female WVSDB students in the library.
A DRS representative is seated at a rectangular table with a male WVSDB student seated across from him.
Two DRS representatives and a female interpreter meet with a male student in the MPR. They are seated across from one another.
A female DRS representative meets with a female WVSDB student in the school library. They are both seated at a table.
The Children's Vision Rehabilitation Program (CVRP) recently hosted an incredible Culinary Camp at The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind! 👨‍🍳 Students from across the state, alongside WVSDB students, came together to master the art of cooking delicious dishes like homemade chicken tenders, pizza, and macaroni and cheese. 🍕🧀 As a special treat, at the end of the camp, each student received their very own chef coat, cookbook, and an air fryer to continue their culinary adventures at home! 📚 Huge thanks to CVRP, Outreach Specialists from WVDE TAC: Outreach Center for the Deaf and the Blind, and the amazing Chef Brian Olden and Stacey Nelson for making camp an unforgettable success! 🙌🎉
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
An Outreach Specialist smiles for the camera while students are gathered around her as she helps assist them with cooking their dish. They are all wearing black chef coats in a kitchen.
A male student wearing a black chef coat and hat is coating chicken in flour for the homemade chicken tenders.
Two students wearing black chef coats and hats are assisting one another putting ingredients into silver cooking bowls.
Students are gathered around a silver table and helping one another put ingredients together into a silver bowl.
CVRP members and Outreach Specialists stand and pose for a photo in the kitchen. There are four pizzas sitting on the table in front of them.
Students are working in different stations in the kitchen. They are all wearing black chef coats. Chef Brian Olden is helping students at the nearest table.
A student is wearing a black chef coat as she looks down at the chocolate chip pancakes she is cooking.
A group photo of students, CVRP members, Outreach Specialists, and Chef Brian Olden as they stand in the WVSDB ProStart kitchen.
🌟 Today, we shine the spotlight on our incredible Administrative Professionals! 🌟 Your dedication and hard work are the foundation of our success here at The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind. Here's to celebrating YOU and all that you do. Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 🎉
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Administrative Professionals Day Social Media Graphic. "Thank You So Much. You Are Very Much Appreciated" is in big font in different colors. There is a blue and white background. The WVSDB logo is at the bottom-center of the graphic.
As of April 23, the WVSDB is seeking qualified applicants for the following job opportunities: Licensed Practical Nurse - 210 days Professional Interpreter I, II Substitute LPN Substitute Residential Care Specialist Substitute RN Teacher - Science 05-AD/Biology 09-AD WVOCDB Transition Coordinator/Interpreter - 261 days See something of interest this week? Apply online, at - https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369
about 1 year ago, Sondra McKenery
Notebook and bookbag with WVSDB is Hiring
What an amazing time at the recent Deaf Tea Chat in Martinsburg, WV! 🤟 The event was a blast with ASL games, a pickleball tournament, and a vibrant Deaf culture. Big thanks to our partners: WVDE TAC: West Virginia Outreach Center for the Deaf and the Blind, WV Hands & Voices, WV Association of the Deaf, WV Deaf Service Center, and Eastern Panhandle Deaf Alliances. ➡️Mark your calendars for the next one on May 22nd, 2024, at 6 PM in the Brannon Auditorium on the WVSDB Campus. See you there! 🤩 #DeafCulture #ASL #WVSDB
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Participants of the Deaf Tea Chat are seated around a table playing a game of UNO.
Participants of the Deaf Tea Chat are gathered around a table mingling and playing a game of UNO. In the background, there are more participants mingling among one another.
Three WVSDB students are smiling at the camera as they are seated behind a table with a spread of desserts on top.
Participants of the Deaf Tea Chat are standing in a gymnasium getting ready to participate in a pickleball tournament.
Deaf Tea Chat participants are gathered around a table signing to one another.
Participants of the Deaf Tea Chat are standing in a gymnasium getting ready to participate in a pickleball tournament.
Representatives from WVSDB, WVDE TAC: WVOCDB, WV Hands & Voices, and WV Deaf Service Center smile for the camera in the gymnasium. There are a set of bleachers behind them.
WVSDB students and staff are posing for a group photo in front of a building.
Time is running out to register for our Summer Camps at The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind! 🐻 Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Blind, Low Vision, and Deafblind students from all over West Virginia are welcome to join us! 🎭 July 7-11: Act Out Adventure 🦖 July 7-11: Jurassic Literacy Explorers 🏅 July 14-18: Literacy Games 🔍 July 14-18: 360 Degree Camp 🏀 July 21-24: Black Bears Sports Camp Get ready for a summer filled with fun, learning, and adventure! 🌞📚 Don't miss out - register NOW! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://forms.office.com/r/Mipn526vzm ➡️Registration DEADLINE is Monday, April 29th, 2024! #SummerCamps #WVSDB
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Act Out Adventure Summer Camp Flyer.
Jurassic Literacy Explorers Summer Camp Flyer.
Literacy Games Summer Camp Flyer.
360 Degree Academy Summer Camp Flyer.
Black Bear Sports Camp Flyer.
The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind need your help! 📢 Join us for a virtual informational meeting on Tuesday, May 7th, 2024, at 6:00 PM as we prepare to start our Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). Your participation will help enhance the educational experience for our students. RSVP with the provided link or scan the QR code below. ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSerZQ54RMRjN7yxu0LmsK596QtsdR413ej4I00uH4cmjtpX0g/viewform ➡️For inquiries, reach out to Mrs. Christina Payne at jaktara75@gmail.com. Let's come together and make a difference for WVSDB and our students! 🌟 #WVSDB #PTO #EducationForAll
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
PTO Startup Meeting flyer. The flyer features a laptop keyboard with a blue and yellow background. There is a QR code in the lower right-hand corner.
🏆🎉 Exciting News! 🎉🏆 Join us in congratulating Mr. Robert "Bobby" Catlett and Ms. Terri Phillips for their outstanding achievement as recipients of the 2024 Excellence in Education Awards at the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind! 👏 👨‍🏫 Mr. Catlett, our amazing Building Maintenance and Operations Instructor, has been recognized for his unparalleled professionalism and dedication to the future generations of construction laborers. 🙌 Ms. Terri Phillips, one of our incredible aides, has been honored for her exceptional service and compassion, touching the lives of our students and creating a positive environment. Their contributions are not just roles within our school; they are the heart and soul of our community. We're immensely proud of Mr. Catlett and Ms. Phillips and wish them the best as they represent us at the state level! 🌟 #ExcellenceInEducation #WVSDB
about 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Mr. Robert "Bobby" Catlett smiling for the camera in front of a gray-colored backdrop. He is wearing a dark blue shirt with black sleeves.
Ms. Terri Phillips smiling at the camera in front of a gray-colored backdrop. She is wearing glasses and wearing a gold necklace. She is wearing a black shirt with red and white design prints.