Season 3 Episode 5 of Bear Necessities WVSDB News is now LIVE! 🐻 Check out what WVSDB students and staff have been up to throughout the month of February. ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pXtaatwWZE
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
🎉 Join us for Deaf Awareness Day in West Virginia! 🎉 📅 Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024 📍 Location: Upper Rotunda of the WV State Capitol The WVSDB Tapestry group will be performing a "Musicians of West Virginia Medley" featuring West Virginia musicians. There will be a special performance by Mink Shoals Elementary School, who will perform "The West Virginia Hills". Let's unite to celebrate our culture and raise awareness TOGETHER! 🤟 We hope to see you there! 🤩 #DeafAwareness #WestVirginia #WVSDB
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Deaf Awareness Day in West Virginia. The graphic features blue and gold accents, ASL, the WVSDB logo.
🌟February marks Career Technical Education (CTE) Month! 🌟 Today, we spotlight Chef Brian Olden's ProStart class! 👨‍🍳 Join us in celebrating the dedication and innovation of this exceptional educator, empowering students with essential culinary skills for their future success. 💼 Let's recognize the impact of ProStart CTE in shaping the culinary leaders of tomorrow! 🍳🔥 #ProStartCTE #CulinaryEducation #SkillsForSuccess #WVSDB
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A female WVSDB student wearing a white culinary jacket and black baseball cap. She is holding the lid of a food processor.
A female WVSDB student wearing a white culinary jacket and black baseball cap is holding a condiment bottle while putting sauce on the breakfast sandwiches she has prepared.
A female WVSDB student wearing a white culinary jacket and a black baseball cap is cutting tomatoes.
A female WVSDB student is wearing a white culinary jacket and cracking eggs on the stove pan for breakfast sandwiches.
A female WVSDB student wearing a white culinary jacket and black hat is pouring sauce into a bottle.
A female WVSDB student observes Chef Brian Olden pouring melted peanut butter on a chocolate cheesecake.
A female WVSDB student wearing a white culinary jacket with a black hat is brushing on butter on to croissant buns for breakfast sandwiches.
A female WVSDB student is wearing a white culinary coat and a black hat is peeling carrots.
A female WVSDB student is wearing a white culinary jacket and black hat. She is putting pieces of bacon on the breakfast sandwiches she is preparing.
A closeup photo of the breakfast sandwiches that were prepared by WVSDB ProStart students. The breakfast sandwich features eggs, cheese, bacon, and chipotle sauce on a croissant bun.
Celebrate Read Across America with The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind! 📚 📅March 4th-6th, 2024 🎉Spirit Days! 🎉 ➡️Monday, March 4th - Dress as Your Favorite Book Character ➡️Tuesday, March 5th - Dress Up for Your Favorite Holiday ➡️Wednesday, March 6th - Wear Your Pajamas We are EXCITED to welcome special guests Mr. Dan Oates and Ms. Liz Cooper to campus!
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Read Across America flyer. The flyer features green, black, and orange font with a stack of books in the bottom center of the flyer.
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! 🤟
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Deaf Coffee Chat flyer. The flyer features numerous shades of brown to represent coffee. There is a coffee cup in the upper right-hand corner with partners' logos surrounding the coffee cup.
🐾 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! ❤️
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Hampshire County Animal Shelter Supply Drive flyer. There are cartoon dogs on the left-hand side and cartoon supplies on the right-hand side.
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! 🤩
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Virtual ASL Class flyer.
🎉 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
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Match Day Social Media Graphic. The graphic has a bright yellow background with "Match Day" in blue font. There is a black bear claw scratch in the upper left-hand corner. The WVSDB, GMS, and VSDB logos are in the lower left-hand corner.
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.
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Presidents Day Social Media Graphic. The Graphic has a dark blue background with red and white font color. There is an American flag with Mount Rushmore below it. The WVSDB logo is in the lower left-hand corner.
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! 👏
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Students seated in an office listening to a presentation by a realtor from Pioneer Realty.
Students seated in an office listening to a presentation by a realtor from Pioneer Realty.
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! 🤟
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Deaf Coffee Chat flyer. The flyer features various shades of brown to represent coffee. There is a coffee cup in the top right-hand corner with partner logos surrounding it.
🐾 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! ❤️
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Hampshire County Animal Shelter Supply Drive flyer. The flyer lists the items the shelter is in need of. The graphic has cartoon dogs on the left-hand side and cartoon supplies on the right-hand side.
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!
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Dr. Earnest Hairston on the cover of Deaf Life magazine. He is wearing a black suit and a black tie with various designs.
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! 🤩
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
WVDE TAC: WV Outreach Center for the Deaf and the Blind Virtual ASL class flyer.
🎉 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! 🐻
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
The Girls Goalball team standing side by side while posing for the photo with Coach Haza.
The Boys Goalball Team standing side by side and posing for the camera with Coach Smith.
🚨 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
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Match Day Social Media Graphic for Goalball. The background is dark blue with white and yellow accents. There is a goalball, a bear claw, and an outline of a goalball player.
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.
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
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.
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Two Elementary students stand side-by-side while holding hands and looking at the camera smiling. They are holding up red hearts with different U.S. states on each heart.
Two Elementary students holding hands and smiling at the camera holding white hearts with a roadmap on each heart.
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.
over 1 year ago, Sondra McKenery
Chalkboard and school supplies with WVSDB Jobs on the board
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!
over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote