Ready, Set, Drive - ASL Driver’s Prep Program. 🚗

Struggling with the written driver’s license test? This program is designed for Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) individuals (ages 15+) who use American Sign Language (ASL) and want extra support. NO age limit!

What’s Included:
➡️Instruction fully in ASL
➡️Practice questions with explanation
➡️Road signs, traffic laws, and test vocabulary
➡️Test-taking strategies in a supportive environment

📅 Options:
First-Time Test Takers: July 7–30 (Tuesday/Thursday)
Retake Prep: July 13–17 (Monday–Friday)

💻 Small-group sessions on Zoom

🔗: https://forms.office.com/r/zpgBPm2Nnh

📩 Contact Ms. Rachel Lanham
rachel.torrence@k12.wv.us | 304-822-4810
14 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
2026 ASL Drivers Education Course Flyer.
Happy American Sign Language (ASL) Appreciation Day! 🤟 Behind so many moments of learning and connection are interpreters who make communication accessible for all. Today we celebrate the ASL interpreters whose work helps students thrive each day. 🤩 Thank you for the difference you make. 💙 #ASLInterpreter #WVSDB #ASL
15 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
“Happy Interpreter Appreciation Day” in white font. The word “interpreter” is finger spelled.
When State Leaders Visit, Great Things Happen! 🌟

We were proud to host West Virginia State Superintendent Michele Blatt and Associate Superintendent Jeff Kelly as they toured campus, explored recent upgrades, visited the Appalachia Provisions Café, and experienced the talent of our WVSDB Rock Band in rehearsal. 🎶

Days like today remind us of the powerful opportunities being created for our students every single day. 🤩

#CampusVisit #WVSDB #EducationalExcellence
15 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Superintendent Michele Blatt stands beside a female student, Bindi in the Appalachia Provisions Café.
Superintendent Michele Blatt and Associate Superintendent Jeff Kelly stand among WVSDB Rock Band members and Mr. Haza on stage in an auditorium.
Happy Nurse Appreciation Day to our incredible WVSDB Nursing Staff! 🎉

You are the everyday heroes who care, comfort, support, and uplift our students and staff in every situation, big or small. Your kindness and expertise make our campus a safer and healthier place.

Thank you for being the calm in the chaos, the helping hands, and the caring hearts of our school community. 💙

#NurseAppreciationDay #WVSDB #ThankYouNurses
15 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Nurse Appreciation Day. A group of five female nurse's photos side-by-side. The WVSDB Black Bear logo is in the upper left-hand corner.
Join Us for WVSDB 2026 Summer Camps! 🌟

The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB) is excited to offer two exciting summer camp experiences for Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) and Blind/Low Vision (VI) students!

🏀 Sports Camp
📅 June 14–17, 2026

🔬 STEM Camp
📅 July 12–16, 2026

💥 Completely FREE to attend!
🚌 Transportation is PROVIDED via regional bus hubs
🏡 Overnight housing is AVAILABLE in WVSDB dorms

⏰ Registration Deadline: May 15, 2026

➡️We encourage interested students and families to register early to secure a spot.

🔗: Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/cW3jQ4uiHN

#Summer2026 #WVSDB #DHH #VI
15 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
2026 Sports Camp Flyer.
2026 STEM Camp Flyer.
Appalachia Provisions Café Has People Showing Up Early! ☀️

Here’s what’s stealing the spotlight this week: ⬇️⬇️⬇️
🥐Sausage, Egg & Cheese Croissant
Warm, buttery layers filled with all your breakfast favorites.
🍥Cinnamon Rolls
Warm, gooey, and covered in enough icing to make your dentist nervous.
🥗 Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad
Tender chicken with sweet cranberries and crunchy pecans, trying its best to be “light” but still stealing the show.
🥪 Italian Ciabatta Sammy
Stacked with bold Italian flavor and zero passport requirements.
🌯 Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap
Juicy chicken, crispy bacon, creamy ranch, and fresh fixings wrapped up like lunchtime perfection.
🍫 Peanut Butter Brownie
Rich, fudgy, peanut buttery… and yes, you’ve earned this.

📍 301 East Main Street
🗓️Wednesday, May 6 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
🗓️Thursday, May 7 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM

First come, first served… and trust us, folks come fast. ⚡

#AppalachiaProvisionsCafé #WVSDB #RomneyWV
16 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A female culinary student, Bray, sprinkles salt onto eggs cooking on a stovetop.
Chef Brian Olden and female student Bindi work together to ice chocolate brownies and package them.
Weekly Appalachia Provisions Café Menu.
Peanut Butter Brownies packaged in clear containers.
Buttery Croissants sitting on a sheet pan.
Chef Brian Olden looks down as he cuts chocolate brownies into large squares.
A Sweet Gesture of Appreciation! 🍩

Thank you to FNB Bank in Romney for your generous donation of donuts during Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week. Your kindness helped us celebrate our incredible staff in the sweetest way possible.

We’re so grateful for community partners like you who help make a difference in the lives of those who serve our students every day. 🌟

Thank you for supporting our WVSDB family! 💙

#CommunityPartners #WVSDB #StaffAppreciationWeek
16 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A group of WVSDB staff stand side-by-side FNB Bank Employees. WVSDB staff members are holding boxes of donuts.

As of May 5, 2026, the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are accepting applications for the following vacancies for the 2026-2027 school year:

Aide II, III, IV Supervisory / Transportation
Aide II, III, IV Supervisory / Transportation
General Maintenance/Electrician II - 260 days
LPN - 210 days - Night Shift

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

17 days ago, Melissa Stump
Aerial Photo of Campus with School Logo - Join Our Team Banner
The Heart Behind Our School Community. 💛

A great school starts with great leadership, and we are thankful for Mrs. Hesse. At the West Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB), Mrs. Hesse leads with purpose, compassion, and a deep belief in every student’s potential.

Your leadership inspires those around you to do their best and to care deeply about the work we do together. 🌟

Happy School Principal Day! 💙

#SchoolPrincipalDay #WVSDB #SchoolPrincipal

20 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Mrs. Hesse - WVSDB Principal.
Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 🍎

Today, we celebrate the heart behind the meals at the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB), our amazing kitchen staff! 🍽️

You keep our students fueled, happy, and ready to learn, all with kindness and dedication.

We are so grateful for you! 💙

#SchoolLunchHeroDay #WVSDB #EverydayHeroes
20 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
The WVSDB Kitchen Staff. Three female cooks stand side-by-side smiling for the camera in front of a WVSDB Black Bear logo wall decal.
Student lunch tray consisting of chicken, fruit, green beans, a baked potato, and a cookie.
Up-close photo of a chicken filet on a biscuit.
Meet Day: Unleash the Black Bears! ⚡

The Black Bears are hitting the track TODAY, April 30, at the Maryland School for the Blind (MSB) and are ready to compete at the highest level! 🔥

Go out there and OWN it! 💥

Let's Go, Black Bears! 🐻

#TrackMeetDay #WVSDB #BlackBearNation
21 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A female track athlete wearing a blue and yellow uniform swings her arm back in preparation to throw a track and field discus.
Let's Get Social! 🎉

Our May Deaf Social is happening Sunday, May 17th, 2026, at 2 PM, and you won’t want to miss it! 🌟

Enjoy:
🏓 Pickleball
🎯 Corn Hole
🎨 Crafts
🍪 Light Refreshments
🎁 Door Prizes

📍 Brannon Auditorium
301 East Main Street
Romney, WV

A HUGE thank-you to our amazing partners:
💙 WVSDB Outreach
💙 WVSDB CAP
💙 WV Hands & Voices
💙 WV Deaf Service Center

Everyone is welcome, no matter your ASL skill level! Come have fun and connect with the community! 🤟

#DeafSocial #WVSDB #DeafCommunity #ASL
22 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
May Deaf Social Flyer. Text "Deaf Social" is at the top in white and yellow color text. Event partners are in the lower left-hand corner. A transparent photo of the WVSDB campus is the background.
What’s cooking on the menu this week at Appalachia Provisions Café?! 🍽️ 🥐 Ham, Egg, & Cheese Croissant A flaky croissant filled with warm breakfast goodness 🧄 Pepperoni Garlic Knots Soft garlic knots packed with pepperoni and baked golden brown 🌯 Chicken Cordon Bleu Wrap Savory chicken, ham, and melted cheese in every bite 🥐 BLT Chicken Salad Croissant Creamy chicken salad topped with crispy bacon, lettuce, and tomato 🍓 Strawberry Oreo Cheesecake Rich cheesecake loaded with strawberry flavor and Oreo crunch 📍 301 East Main Street 🗓️Wednesday, April 29 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM 🗓️Thursday, April 30 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM Good food goes fast, grab yours while it lasts! 🔥 #AppalachiaProvisionsCafe #WVSDB #RomneyWV
23 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Strawberry Oreo Cheesecake.
Chicken Cordon Bleu Wrap.
Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad.
Appalachia Provisions Café Weekly Menu.
Today, on National School Bus Driver Day, we proudly recognize and celebrate our incredible WVSDB bus drivers. 🚌

Rain or shine, early mornings and long afternoons, they do so much more than provide transportation; they are often the first smiling faces our students see each day and the last to wish them well before heading home. 🏠

You help create a sense of safety, consistency, and care that our students depend on.

Thank you for being such an important part of our school community. 💛

#NationalSchoolBusDriverDay #WVSDB #BusDriverAppreciation
23 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A group of male and female bus drivers stand in front of a yellow bus with "West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind" in bold, black font.
The back end of a yellow school bus with "West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind" in bold, black font.
As of April 28 2026, the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are accepting applications for the following vacancies for the 2026-2027 school year :

LPN - 210 days - Night Shift

To apply, please visit - https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369
23 days ago, Sondra McKenery
Physical therapist with student with We Are Hiring! banner and school logo
Let's Get Social! 🎉

Our May Deaf Social is happening Sunday, May 17th, 2026, at 2 PM, and you won’t want to miss it! 🌟

Enjoy:
🏓 Pickleball
🎯 Corn Hole
🎨 Crafts
🍪 Light Refreshments
🎁 Door Prizes

📍 Brannon Auditorium
301 East Main Street
Romney, WV

A HUGE thank-you to our amazing partners:
💙 WVSDB Outreach
💙 WVSDB CAP
💙 WV Hands & Voices
💙 WV Deaf Service Center

Everyone is welcome, no matter your ASL skill level! Come have fun and connect with the community! 🤟

#DeafSocial #WVSDB #DeafCommunity #ASL
26 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
2026 May Deaf Social Flyer.
Ready, Set, Drive - ASL Driver’s Prep Program. 🚗

Struggling with the written driver’s license test? This program is designed for Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) individuals (ages 15+) who use American Sign Language (ASL) and want extra support. NO age limit!

What’s Included:
➡️Instruction fully in ASL
➡️Practice questions with explanation
➡️Road signs, traffic laws, and test vocabulary
➡️Test-taking strategies in a supportive environment

📅 Options:
First-Time Test Takers: July 7–30 (Tuesday/Thursday)
Retake Prep: July 13–17 (Monday–Friday)

💻 Small-group sessions on Zoom

🔗: https://forms.office.com/r/zpgBPm2Nnh

📩 Contact Ms. Rachel Lanham
rachel.torrence@k12.wv.us | 304-822-4810
27 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
2026 Ready, Set, Drive Flyer.
Walking with Purpose, Standing with Confidence! 💥

WVSDB students and members of the Career Academy for Postgraduates (CAP) recently began an exciting Personal Self-Defense Class led by Grand Master Rick Rando and Instructor Trevor McCabe! 🥋

Their first class introduced students to walking with purpose, situational awareness, and the foundations of self-defense.

We are proud to provide opportunities that empower our students for success! 🌟

A huge thank you to Grand Master Rick Rando, Instructor Trevor McCabe, and Kick Masters Karate LLC in Frostburg, MD, for investing in our students and sharing these valuable life skills! 👏

#CAP #WVSDB #Empowerment
28 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Two male martial arts instructors stand on a blue mat in a gymnasium. There is an ASL interpreter to the right.
Martial Arts instructors standing on a blue mat with students as they teach them self-defense techniques.
Martial Arts instructors stand on a mat in the gymnasium, along with an ASL interpreter. There are individuals sitting in the bleachers in the foreground.
Students and Martial Arts instructors on a blue mat practice techniques they have been taught.
A Martial Arts instructor stands across from a student as they practice self-defense techniques.
Students seated in a circle around the Martial Arts instructors and the ASL interpreter.
Students standing in a circle around the Martial Arts instructors and the ASL interpreter.
Join Us for WVSDB 2026 Summer Camps! 🌟

The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB) is excited to offer two exciting summer camp experiences for Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) and Blind/Low Vision (VI) students!

🏀 Sports Camp
📅 June 14–17, 2026

🔬 STEM Camp
📅 July 12–16, 2026

💥 Completely FREE to attend!
🚌 Transportation is PROVIDED via regional bus hubs
🏡 Overnight housing is AVAILABLE in WVSDB dorms

⏰ Registration Deadline: May 15, 2026

➡️We encourage interested students and families to register early to secure a spot.

🔗: Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/cW3jQ4uiHN

#Summer2026 #WVSDB #DHH #VI
28 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
2026 Sports Camp Flyer.
2026 STEM Camp Flyer.
Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the amazing team at WVSDB! 💙

Today, we recognize and appreciate the hardworking professionals who keep our offices running, support our staff and students, and help make each day a success. 🌟

Thank you for the countless ways you support our campus each day. 💛

#AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #WVSDB #ThankYou
29 days ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Six circular frames with a female secretary in each circle in front of a gray-colored background. The WVSDB logo is in the upper left-hand corner. There is a stack of blue and yellow books to the left of the secretaries. "You brighten up the workplace" is in yellow, cursive writing. "Happy Administrative Professionals Day" is below in bold, blue font.