West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind

As of October 17, WVSDB is seeking qualified applicants for the following job opportunities: Licensed Practical Nurse - 210 days Long Term Substitute Orientation and Mobility Specialist Orientation and Mobility Specialist Residential Care Specialist - Day/Eve Substitute Aide III, IV/Transportation Substitute Custodian III Teacher - English 05-AD/DHH PK-AD Teacher - Science 05-AD/Biology 09-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

over 1 year ago, Sondra McKenery

Yesterday, our students celebrated White Cane Day! 🎉 White Cane Day symbolizes the white cane’s importance in blind and low-vision communities. This day aims to educate people across the nation about blindness. Our students shared their personal experiences on the importance of having and using their canes. Check out more about the history of White Cane Day below! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://www.helenkeller.org/white-cane-day/

over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Mrs. Moreland sharing the history and importance of White Cane Day with our students.

One of our students sharing her experience on the importance of using her cane.

Students sharing their experiences on the importance of using and having thier canes to fellow students,

One of our staff members sharing his experiences with using a white cane and guide dogs.

❗REMINDER❗ 🏫Administration Building Memorial Community Forum 📅Tuesday, October 17th, 2023, at 6:00 PM 📍Sevigny Building Multi-Purpose Room (MPR) The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind is hosting a Community Forum to discuss the Administration Building Memorial TOMORROW, October 17th, 2023, at 6:00 PM in the Sevigny Building MPR. Chris Campbell from ZMM Architect Services will be joining us to answer questions about the Memorial. ➡️There will be NO virtual option, so please join us in person if possible.

over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote

A blue and gold social media graphic with the event details of the Administration Building Memorial Community Forum.

WVABLE is hosting a series of Lunch and Learn Webinars! 💻 📅Wednesday, October 18th, from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM. Discussion topics include: ➡️Who is eligible and the new eligibility criteria beginning Jan. 1, 2026 ➡️Benefits and advantages of saving with WVABLE through a STABLE Account ➡️How to enroll and how the accounts work Register with the link BELOW! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://wvtreasury.com/Savings-Programs/WVABLE/WVABLE-Events

over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Next week kicks off The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind's Homecoming Week! 🎉 💙Monday, October 16th - School Colors Day 💛Tuesday, October 17th - Throwback Tuesday 💙Wednesday, October 18th - Wacky Wednesday 💛Thursday, October 19th - Dress Your Best 💙Friday, October 20th - PJ Day

over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote

WVSDB Spirit Week flyer. A dark blue border with gold trim and blue and gold pawprints on either side.

Have you gotten your tickets to The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind's Fall Dinner Show?? 🍂🍽️ Don't miss out on an evening of entertainment and delicious food prepared by our ProStart students. 🏫Sevigny Building MPR 📅 October 26, 2023 ⏰6:00 p.m. 🎟️ $20 per ticket Tickets can be purchased at Romney Brew Station, Town of Romney Office, or by calling the WVSDB office at 304-822-4861. The ticket sale ends on Monday, October 16th!⏳

over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote

A ProStart student mixing fruit into a large bowl to make a fruit salad.

A ProStart student putting sauce onto an egg sandwich.

Tonight was the last recreational swimming 🏊activity for the dorm until early Spring. The residents enjoyed time to socialize and focus on physical fitness during their evenings in the wonderful heated pool 💦 at the local wellness center. #DormLife #BlackBearFamily2023

over 1 year ago, Christine Lewis

A group of friends laugh while coming up for air in the shallow end of the pool

A group of residence stands in the circle and square smile at the camera as they are taking time to catch their breath in the pool

I Recents miles and points at the camera while he comes up for air

Young resident wades into the water in the shallow end of the pool

Young resident, who is joyful ways to the camera from the middle of the

A young man is learning how to swim and is waiting in the middle of the pool

Young lady resident is enjoying walking in the warm water of the pool

Do you residence stand at the edge of the pool in the water and look at the camera?

A resident gets ready to push the button on his super soaker that he filled with pool water

I have resident chases her pink ball that is bobbing on the water. It is a therapeutic exercise.

⭐ You're Invited! ⭐ The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind, in collaboration with WV Deaf Service Center and WVOCDB, is hosting a Deaf Tea Chat! ☕ 📅Saturday, December 9th, 2023 ⏰2:00 PM - 5:00 PM 🏫The Brannon Auditorium Families of deaf and hard-of-hearing children, alumni, and people who know or are learning ASL are encouraged to attend. We hope to see you there! 🤩

over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Deaf Tea Chat flyer featuring a gold color background and a green teacup with a tree on the front.

Last Saturday, The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind welcomed back our Deaf Alumni to compete in a game of volleyball against our current students. 🏐 It was a fun day for all in attendance! 🦁 If you missed the game, be sure to check out the livestream!

over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote

WVSDB residents warming up before the volleyball game against WVSD Alumni.

A WVSD welcome banner featuring ASL and the Lion mascot.

WVSDB residents warming up before the game.

One student helping another student serve the volleyball over the net.

A WVSDB student getting ready to serve the ball over the net.

WVSD Alumni warming up before the game against the students.

A student serving the ball over to the alumni team.

Students and Alumni shaking hands after the game to show sportmanship.

This evening the residential social club visited the 🍨Hanging Rocks Ice Cream Shop🍦to enjoy some delicious treats and relaxation time with friends. Look at these happy smiling faces. #DormLife #BlackBearFamily2023

over 1 year ago, Christine Lewis

A group picture of the members of a social club, standing around a fall display at the ice cream shop

I Recents it’s in a rocking chair, eating her cup of sundae ice cream

Another female resident sits in a chair, holding her cup of ice cream and licking the spoon

Hey Mail residence as a picnic table with a Sunday in front of him and smiles, well dipping his van into chocolate sauce

Two members of the social club sit and play a game of checkers on the picnic table at the ice cream shop

Two members of the social club smile at the camera. One of them is eating a big dipper of ice cream off of her cone, and the other is standing there with his arm around her.

A member of the social club sheepishly looks at the camera while eating a bite of ice cream from a sundae cup

A member of the social club displays her Sunday that is overflowing the plastic cup, and is smiling

A male member of the social club holds his sundae with the spoon his hand, and looks at the camera while standing

Two members of the social club socialize, while one member of the social club eats his milkshake, and the other member talks to him

❗EVENT NOTICE❗ 🏫Administration Building Memorial Community Forum 📅Tuesday, October 17th, 2023, at 6:00 PM 📍Sevigny Building Multi-Purpose Room (MPR) The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind is hosting a Community Forum to discuss the Administration Building Memorial on Tuesday, October 17th, 2023, at 6:00 PM in the Sevigny Building MPR. Chris Campbell from ZMM Architect Services will be joining us to answer questions about the Memorial. ➡️There will be NO virtual option, so please join us in person if possible.

over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote

A blue and gold social media graphic highlighting the details of the Administration Building Memorial Community Forum.

The United States Capitol's Christmas Tree is coming to The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind! 🎄 Join us on Tuesday, November 14th, at 10:30 AM for the arrival of the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree. Each year, a different national forest provides a tree to light up the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol building for the holiday season. The Monongahela National Forest, in partnership with nonprofit partner Choose Outdoors and presenting sponsor 84 Lumber, will bring the 2023 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree from West Virginia to Washington, D.C. ➡️This event is FREE for the public, but it is RECOMMENDED to RSVP to cometohampshire@gmail.com

over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote

A social media graphic advertising the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree coming to WVSDB's campus.

Brooklyn Bernier is a 5th grader at The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind, who participated in the Pumpkin Race today, which is an entire county cross-country race for 4th & 5th graders. 🎃 She placed 33rd in the race. 🏆 We are very proud of Brooklyn for representing WVSDB so well! 🤩

over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Brooklyn smiling at the camera before competing in the Pumpkin Race. She is wearing a white shirt with an orange pumpkin on it.

Participants in the Pumpkin Race beginning the race.

Brooklyn running towards the race finish line.

As of October 10, WVSDB is seeking qualified applicants for the following job opportunities: General Maintenance/HVAC Technician - 261 days Literacy Coordinator for Deaf/Hard of Hearing - 261 days Licensed Practical Nurse - 210 days Long Term Substitute Orientation and Mobility Specialist Orientation and Mobility Specialist Professional Interpreter I, II Residential Care Specialist - Day/Eve Substitute Residential Care Specialist Teacher - English 05-AD/DHH PK-AD Teacher - Science 05-AD/Biology 09-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

over 1 year ago, Sondra McKenery

Congratulations to WVSDB sophomore, Jenna Payne! 🤩 Jenna competed at the state FFA Career Development Events with the Hampshire County FFA Chapter on the campus of West Virginia University. 🌾 She was a member of the poultry judging team. Jenna placed 13th overall individually and her team placed 11th! Way to go, Jenna! 💛

over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote

A picture of Jenna Payne wearing her FFA jacket with her hands interlocked in front of her.

Our Voice🎶 Blind and low-vision children from across the state will be performing with Blessing Offor, a breakthrough artist who also happens to be blind. For the last 6 months, children have been working on their music for this performance. This is a concert you don’t want to miss! 🤩

over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Our Voice flyer. Blue and purple background with gold lettering and pictures of Blessing Offor.

The premiere of Bear Necessities Season 3 is now LIVE! 🤩 Check out episode 1 BELOW! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qABWQdjk1zA

over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote

The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind's Fall Dinner Show is right around the corner! 🍂🍽️ Don't miss out on an evening of entertainment and delicious food prepared by our ProStart students. 🏫Sevigny Building MPR 📅 October 26, 2023 ⏰6:00 p.m. 🎟️ $20 per ticket Tickets can be purchased at Romney Brew Station, Town of Romney Office, or by calling the WVSDB office at 304-822-4861. Tickets are LIMITED!⏳

over 1 year ago, Alyssa Hansrote

The residential social club has been involved in unique skill building activities since the start of the school year. During the first meeting, members made bird feeders and placed them around campus to provide a healthy snack for our wildlife. Members also worked together to create peanut butter no bake cookies. 🍪 This week a cotton top tamarin visited the club. The monkey provides comfort and support to multiple groups of people in the local community. #dormlife #clubscreateskillbuilding

over 1 year ago, Christine Lewis

two student work at creating bird feeders. one holds completed string of oats up to show camera

completed bird feeder treats laying on the table

A staff helps a student hang a bird feeder in a tree

a male students hangs multiple bird feeders

Two students attempt to hang feeders outside

A resident smiles as the monkey sits on their shoulder

A picture of no bake peanut butter cookies cooling on a rack

A picture of a resident with the monkey sitting on the shoylder

Two students sitting at a table. The monkey is sitting on the resident’s lap

As of October 3, WVSDB is seeking qualified applicants for the following job opportunities: General Maintenance/HVAC Technician - 261 days Literacy Coordinator for Deaf/Hard of Hearing - 261 days Licensed Practical Nurse - 210 days Long Term Substitute Orientation and Mobility Specialist Orientation and Mobility Specialist Professional Interpreter I, II Residential Care Specialist - Male - Night Shift Substitute Licensed Practical Nurse Substitute Residential Care Specialist Teacher - English 05-AD/DHH PK-AD See something of interest this week? Apply online, at - https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369

over 1 year ago, Sondra McKenery