
🐾 Join us in supporting the Hampshire County Animal Shelter! 🐾
The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are hosting a community service project, and we need your help! We're collecting supplies like dog food, toys, treats, cleaning products, and bedding. 🐶
Your donations can make a huge difference in the lives of these animals. Drop off your supplies by Friday, February 23rd, 2024.
Let's come together and make a positive impact! ❤️


Have you ever wanted to learn American Sign Language? 🤔
Now is your chance!
The WVDE TAC: Outreach Center for the Deaf and the Blind is offering FREE ASL virtual education opportunities using Microsoft Office TEAMS beginning the first week of March!
➡️Introductory ASL Class: Every Tuesday beginning March 5, 2024, at 4:00 pm https://bit.ly/3s8SDx8
➡️Intermediate ASL Class: Every Wednesday beginning March 6, 2024, 4:00 pm https://bit.ly/45nlPPL
➡️Advanced ASL Class: Every Thursday beginning March 7, 2024, 4:00 pm https://bit.ly/448go5E
We hope to see you in the virtual classroom! 🤩


🎉 IT'S MATCH DAY! 🎉
The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are hitting the road to face off against The Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind and The Governor Morehead School in Staunton, VA!
LET'S GO BLACK BEARS! 🐻
The girls kick things off at 2:45 PM against GMS. Don't miss out—catch all the action via live stream BELOW: ⬇️⬇️⬇️
https://www.youtube.com/thevsdb/live


Seniors from The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind recently visited Pioneer Realty to explore the world of real estate and home buying. 🏠
What an amazing chance for practical learning and future planning!
Big thanks to Pioneer Realty for providing this enriching experience! 👏



Happy Presidents Day!
Today, we honor the leaders who have shaped our nation's history and inspired us all. Let's reflect on their contributions and the enduring principles they stood for.


Don't miss out on our next Deaf Coffee Chat event! ☕
📅Saturday, April 20th, 2024
⏰3 PM - 8 PM
We've partnered with fantastic organizations for a day of Deaf culture, ASL activities, games, snacks, raffles, and even a pickleball tournament! 🥒🏓
Save the date and come join the excitement! 🤟


🐾 Join us in supporting the Hampshire County Animal Shelter! 🐾
The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are hosting a community service project, and we need your help! We're collecting supplies like dog food, toys, treats, cleaning products, and bedding. 🐶
Your donations can make a huge difference in the lives of these animals. Drop off your supplies by Friday, February 23rd, 2024.
Let's come together and make a positive impact! ❤️


Join us in celebrating Black History Month at The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind! 🎉
Today, we shine a spotlight on Dr. Earnest Hairston🌟
Graduating from WVSD in 1955, Dr. Hairston co-founded The National Black Deaf Advocates, championing rights and representation within the Deaf community.
Let's honor his legacy this #BlackHistoryMonth!


Have you ever wanted to learn American Sign Language? 🤔
Now is your chance! The WVDE TAC: Outreach Center for the Deaf and the Blind is offering FREE ASL virtual education opportunities using Microsoft Office TEAMS beginning the first week of March!
➡️Introductory ASL Class: Every Tuesday beginning March 5, 2024, at 4:00 pm
https://bit.ly/3s8SDx8
➡️Intermediate ASL Class: Every Wednesday beginning March 6, 2024, 4:00 pm https://bit.ly/45nlPPL
➡️Advanced ASL Class: Every Thursday beginning March 7, 2024, 4:00 pm https://bit.ly/448go5E
We hope to see you in the virtual classroom! 🤩


🎉 Exciting news! 🎉
Shoutout to our boys and girls goalball teams for dominating against The Maryland School for the Blind! 🏆
Boys:
💥Game 1: 12-6
💥Game 2: 8-7
Girls:
💥Game 1: 10-2
💥Game 2: 8-2
Keep shining, Black Bears! 🐻



🚨 Big Match Day Alert! 🚨
The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are hitting the road to take on The Maryland School for the Blind. 🐻
Tune in to the live stream for all the action! ⬇️⬇️⬇️
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81543325548?pwd=p3lmVOimEg-SkW4tfc70u2iztWZF-g.dqjFc1ysaDP1EX-l


Good afternoon,
This serves as a REMINDER that the homegoing originally scheduled for Thursday, February 22nd, has been rescheduled to Friday, February 23rd, 2024.
Thank you for your attention to this update. Should you have any questions or require clarification, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Happy Valentine's Day from The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind! 💖
Our elementary students had an amazing time connecting with The Oklahoma School for the Deaf for a special Valentine's activity! 💌
It's wonderful to see students from different schools coming together to spread love and joy.



FYI... This is the final WVSDB job posting for 2023-2024 school year! The HR office will begin posting school year 2024-2025 jobs in March.
As of February 13, the WVSDB is seeking qualified applicants for the following job opportunities:
Licensed Practical Nurse - 210 days
Residential Care Specialist - night shift - female
Substitute Aide II, III, IV/Transportation
Substitute LPN
Teacher - English 05-AD/DHH PK-AD
Teacher - Science 05-AD/Biology 09-AD/VI PK-AD
See something of interest this week? Apply online, at - https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369
The final job posts will close for applications on Monday, February 19, 2024 at 11:59 pm.

Good morning,
There will be NO day student bus runs today, February 13th, 2024 due to Winter weather conditions. WVSDB staff will report on a 2-hour delay schedule.
Thank you!

Good evening,
The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind will operate on a 2-hour Delay on Tuesday, February 13th, 2024, due to potential Winter weather conditions.
Thank you!


Shoutout to our amazing Black Bears basketball teams for their stellar tournament performance this past weekend! 🏆
The boys' team clinched the Sportsmanship Award, showing true teamwork and spirit. Congratulations to Raiden for being named an All-Star Player - way to shine on the court! 🌟
Huge thanks to The Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind for being fantastic hosts! 🤩







🔴The Goalball season opener is HERE! 🔴
Join us as The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind take on The Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind at 4:00 PM.
If you can't join us in person, don't worry! Catch the action live on our Facebook page. 📸
Let's Gooo Black Bears! 🐻


Want to learn more about the boys' basketball tournament being held at The Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind this weekend?
Scan the QR code below for more information! ⬇️⬇️⬇️


The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind is celebrating Black History Month! 🌟
Following the Brown v. Board of Education decision in 1954, The West Virginia School for the Deaf made history by being the FIRST to integrate Black Deaf students. 📚
