🚨 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!

16 days 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

16 days 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
16 days 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!
16 days 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
16 days 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
20 days 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

21 days 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
23 days 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
23 days 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
27 days 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
27 days 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
28 days 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
29 days 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
30 days 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.
As of November 18, 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 Bus Driver (to be certified onsite)
Substitute General Maintenance/Plumber II
Substitute General Maintenance/Security

To apply, please visit - https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369
30 days ago, Sondra McKenery
Teacher and student playing piano together with Join OurTeam! banner.
Fired Up and Back at It! 🔥

The Lady Black Bears tipped off their season with a great game yesterday, and they’re not slowing down!

They’re right back on the court tonight, November 18th, for another exciting matchup, this time against the Romney Middle School Pioneers! 🏀

Let’s go, Lady Black Bears! 🐻

#BackToBack #WVSDB #LadyBlackBears
30 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Basketball game advertising the basketball game against the Romney Middle School Pioneers.

College Prep Weekend Empowers Future Graduates! 🎓

WVSDB proudly hosted College Prep Weekend, a collaborative event with our Career Academy for Postgraduates (CAP) Program, designed to give Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) and Blind/Low Vision (VI) students a confident start on their path to higher education and beyond. 💫

Throughout the weekend, attendees engaged in:
✔️ Financial Aid Guidance to simplify FAFSA and funding options
✔️ Scholarship Workshops to uncover opportunities tailored to their goals
✔️ Networking Sessions with successful DHH and VI graduates who shared real-world experiences and advice

A heartfelt thank you to our partners who made this weekend possible:
✨Rachel Lanham, WVSDB Transition Coordinator

✨Stephanie Goodnight - Personal Career Readiness Academy Instructor
✨WVSDB Outreach
✨West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS)
✨WVU Office of Student Accommodations (OSA)
✨Higher Education Policy Commission (HEPC)
✨Blue Ridge Community and Technical College
✨Marshall University (MU) HELP Program
✨Potomac State College of WVU
✨Career Academy for Postgraduates (CAP) Program

#CollegePrepWeekend #WVSDB #CAPProgram

about 1 month ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A female attendee wearing glasses and a blue bandana smiles for the camera as she is seated at a table with resources sitting in front of her.
A group photo of attendees standing side by side. Some of them are wearing costumes made out of newspaper.
A group of attendees are seated at a rectangular-shaped table with resources sitting on the table in front of them.
A female presents a presentation using a large screen behind her.
Participants observe a presentation using a large screen on "the accommodation process."
Participants observe a presentation using a large screen on "the accommodation process."
Participants observe a presentation put together presented by current CAP Program students.
Participants observe a presentation on "FASFA."
Participants observe a presentation on "FASFA."
Game 1, All In! 🔥

The Lady Black Bears Basketball season officially tips off TONIGHT, November 17th, as we travel to take on the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf (WPSD)!

Our Lady Black Bears are locked in and ready to hit the court. 🏀

Let's Go, Black Bears! 🐻

#LadyBlackBears #WVSDB #BasketballSeason
about 1 month ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Game Day. A female basketball player wearing a blue and yellow jersey holds an orange-colored basketball on her shoulder near her head. The phrase "Game Day" is in white-colored font below the female player. Both of the team's logos are below the "Game Day" phrase.
Science on wheels? Yes, please! 🚜🧪

The Mobile Agriculture Education Science Lab, parked right on campus this week, turned ordinary school days into extraordinary learning adventures.

A big shoutout to our teachers and the Mobile Agriculture Science Lab team for making this week unforgettable! 🤩

#STEMEducation #WVSDB #STEMinAg
about 1 month ago, Alyssa Hansrote
The exterior of the Mobile Agriculture Education Science Lab Bus. There are images of livestock animals and students doing science experiments.
Students are seated on the floor as the female representative presents a presentation on the science lesson they are learning.
A female representative hands an object to a male student.
A female representative holds up two examples of livestock animals.
Two students look down as they fill out their green-colored science sheet during their experiment.
Two male students look down as they put a substance into a blue-colored funnel.
Two male students look down and concentrate as they put a substance into a blue-colored funnel.
A male student puts a coffee filter into a blue-colored funnel as another male student observes him.
Fall Break is on the horizon… and we’re ready! ✌️🍁

#AutumnLeaves #WVSDB #CampusLife
about 1 month ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A male student lays in a pile of leaves as he flashes the "peace" sign with both of his hands.