WVSDB eSports Takes on the National Stage! 🏆 Our eSports team hit the big stage this past weekend at their very first national tournament, and what an unforgettable experience it was! 🎮 Huge congratulations to Sean and Earl, who were named to the First and Second Team All-Stars, chosen by players from opposing teams. Beyond the competition, our students built friendships, grew in confidence, and had an absolute blast. They’re already counting down the days until next year’s tournament! 🤩 #ESports #WVSDB #deafesportschamps
2 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A male student is seated as he holds a gaming controller and focuses on the screen in front of him.
Two female students concentrate on the gaming screen in front of them.
A group photo of e-sports players standing side by side one another.
Students standing side by side one another looking at the female student in the center of the group.
A male student concentrates on the gaming screen in front of him.
Students seated beside one another. They are wearing headphones and looking at the gaming screen in front of them.
Students standing beside one another as they hold up certificates of achievements.
Students seated as they concentrate on the gaming screens.
A male student wearing glasses is concentrating on what is happening on the gaming screen in front of him.
Students are gathered around as they observe a female student game.
Good luck to our eSports team as they head to the Western Pennsylvania school for the Deaf (WPSD) to compete in a tournament this weekend! 🎮 This event will be live-streamed. The link will be posted shortly! 🎥 Let's Go Black Bears! 🐻 #ESports #WVSDB #DeafEsportsChamp
2 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Students standing side by side wearing matching blue and yellow colored jerseys.
ESports Tournament Flyer. The Pittsburgh skyline is in an array of different colors giving the video game effect. A video game controller is in the center of the graphic.
Parent’s Day 2025: A Broadway Celebration! 🌟 Join us on April 17th at 10:00 AM for a day filled with joy, celebration, and a touch of Broadway magic! ✨ Enjoy student performances, special moments, and a chance to see your stars shine. 🤩 🎟️ Can’t make it in person? No problem! We’ll be livestreaming the event on Facebook and Zoom so you can still be part of the magic. #BroadwayMagic #WVSDB #ParentsDay2025
2 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A red curtain background with the phrase "Broadway Parent's Day Show" in bright white font. The date "April 17th at 10 AM" is in a box that is outlined in show lights. Event details are in white font below the light box.
April is Deaf History Month! 📚 This month, we celebrate the powerful legacy of the Deaf community, starting with our own story at the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB). 🏫 Founded in 1870, WVSDB has been educating and empowering Deaf and Hard of Hearing students for over 150 years. What started in a small brick building in Romney, WV, has grown into a campus dedicated to innovation, accessibility, and student success. WVSDB continues to be a place where Deaf history is made every day. 🤩 #DeafHistoryMonth #WVSDB #DeafEducation
2 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
An aerial black and white photo of the WVSDB campus.
Dear Parents and Guardians, A friendly reminder that all student absence notes can now be submitted digitally. This process helps us keep accurate records and makes it more convenient for you. Please use the online form to report any absences: https://www.jotform.com/form/233394145452052 We appreciate your continued support in helping us stay connected and organized!
2 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
As of April 8, 2025, the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are accepting applications for the following opportunities: Professional Interpreter I, II Professional Interpreter I, II - Residential Program (eve/wknd hrs) Substitute LPN Substitute RN WVTAC/Outreach DHH & BLV Educator and Early Intervention Support Coordinator - 261 days To apply for any of the positions listed above, please visit - https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369
2 months ago, Sondra McKenery
Desk with computer monitor display WVSDB JOBS
April is Math Awareness Month! ➗📏 Our middle school students are celebrating Math Awareness Month in a fun and creative way with an original song about Math! 🤩 Big thanks to our fantastic music teacher, Mr. Haza, for guiding them through the process and helping bring their math-inspired tune to life. 🎶 Check out the video below to see their awesome performance! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://youtu.be/646JWZdCJm4 #MathAwarenessMonth #WVSDB #MusicInMath
2 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Building Maintenance and Operations Academy! 🛠️ At the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB), our students are gaining more than just trade skills; they’re building a future full of independence and possibility. 🤔 Why CTE is important for our DHH and VI students: Career and Technical Education (CTE) offers hands-on, accessible, and individualized learning experiences that help remove barriers and create clear pathways to independence and employment. ✅ Builds confidence through real-world application ✅ Prepares students for competitive, sustainable careers ✅ Promotes independence and self-advocacy ✅ Tailored to meet unique communication and accessibility needs #BuildingFutures #WVSDB #HandsOnLearning
2 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A male student observes a male instructor on how to use a table saw.
Two female students observe a male student using a table saw to saw a piece of wood in half.
A male student assists with holding a piece of wood while another male uses a drill on the opposite side of the piece of wood.
Two male students look down as they work together to drill together the parts of a wooden bench.
Two male students observe a male instructor using a drill for a wooden bench.
A male and female student work together to attach legs to a wooden bench.
A female student holds a leg of a wooden bench and uses a drill to finish putting it together.
A male instructor assists a male student with using a measuring tape.
Happy National School Librarian Day! ✨📚 Today, we celebrate Ms. Nelson, who goes above and beyond to keep our library running smoothly! She works hard to create a welcoming space, helping students find the perfect book and fostering a love of learning. 💙 In addition to her dedication at WVSDB, she also assists with the West Virginia Library Commission, helping expand resources and literacy efforts across the state. 📖 #NationalSchoolLibrarianDay #WVSDB #CelebrateLibrarians
2 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A female with brown hair with caramel highlights and wearing a black top with a floral print on it smiles for the camera in front of a gray backdrop.
Future Educators in Action! 🍎 The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB) was thrilled to welcome University of Charleston (UC) students to campus! 🏫 These aspiring educators had the opportunity to meet with our Outreach Director, tour our Lending Library, and engage with our students to learn more about the specialized programs and services we provide for those who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or Visually Impaired. We hope this visit inspires you on your journey to becoming educators. 💙 #FutureEducators #WVSDB #UC
2 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Individuals stand side by side one another with a large blue and gold banner in the middle of them.
Individuals seated around a dark-brown colored table.
Individuals seated around a dark-brown colored table.
Individuals seated around a dark brown table observing a male speaker.
Individuals seated around a dark brown table observing a male speaker.
Bad News Bears Rocketry Team Takes Flight! 🚀 April Fool’s Day was no joke for our rocketry team! Our first rocket launched successfully, but one parachute failed, sending it plummeting 500 feet. Miraculously, the eggs survived, though two fins broke off. Despite best efforts, the team couldn’t fully repair it. Enter the backup rocket; launch #2 was a success! 🤩 We completed two qualifying flights, with our best reaching 768 feet in 39.71 seconds; both chutes deployed, and the eggs survived! 🥚 Now, we wait to see if our scores earn us a spot at Nationals in Washington, D.C! 🤞 #Rocketry #WVSDB #STEM
2 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Students standing side by side . Two females on the right hold rockets. They are mountains in the background.
Students look down as they work to put together the rockets.
Students prepare to put the rocket on a stand in order to get it ready to launch.
A rocket begins to launch with white smoke coming out of the bottom half.
As of April 1, 2025, the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are accepting applications for the following opportunities: Professional Interpreter I, II Professional Interpreter I, II - Residential Program (eve/wknd hrs) Substitute General Maintenance/Groundsman Substitute General Maintenance/Plumber II To apply for any of the positions listed above, please visit - https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369
2 months ago, Sondra McKenery
Ruled notebook and paperclip with WVSDB JOBS title
Did you know that WVSDB has an eSports team? 🎮 Our gamers compete in exciting titles like Street Fighter 6, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Fortnite, Overcooked! All You Can Eat, Mario Kart 8, Rocket League, and Overwatch 2! We proudly represent WVSDB in the West Virginia Scholastic Esports League (WVSEL) for Fortnite. On April 12, our team is heading to the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf (WPSD) for a tournament. Wish our players luck as they gear up for the competition! 🏆 #ESports #WVSDB #CompetitiveGaming
3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Students gathered around a large smart board playing a video game.
Students seated at individual computers playing video games.
Three students are seated in chairs beside one another while they play against one another on a video game.
Students standing side by side as they play against each other on a large smart board.
Two students leaning back in their chairs are playing against one another.
The goal of EMPOWER VI is to equip transition-aged students with visual impairment, their families, and the transition professionals who support them with virtual supports to improve post-school outcomes. The EMPOWER project emphasizes supporting those living in rural communities, but their resources are beneficial for all. ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://www.empowervi.org/about-us
3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Empowering Youth with Visual Impairment Informational Flyer
📢 Last Chance to Register! 📢 Today, March 31, 2025, is the FINAL day to register for Summer Camps at WVSDB! 🌞 Don't miss this opportunity for an exciting and enriching summer experience. 🏕️ Secure your spot today! ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://forms.office.com/r/t0vF6TfcQn?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3IqeCvkz7rs3wl1HP0pYdXbnTF8DE6i7CGoXEBR7NUVmT7u_cNxIGEnRk_aem_i1__SGAPVwgW1UT0b3knQQ #SummerCamp #WVSDB #DHH #VI
3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Elementary Summer Camps Informational Flyer.
Secondary Student Summer Camp Informational Flyer
Our March Discovery P.O.I.N.T. was a SUCCESS! 🌟 This month, our students focused on becoming career-ready with Bear Wear for Success! 👔 They learned how to dress for interviews and were fitted for professional attire in preparation for a mock interview in April with a local business in Romney. For our Deaf, Hard of Hearing (DHH), and Visually Impaired (VI) students, developing these career-readiness skills is essential for building confidence, independence, and self-advocacy in the workplace. 💼 By practicing interview techniques and workplace expectations, they are gaining the tools they need to succeed beyond graduation! 🎓 Interested in joining us for our April Discovery P.O.I.N.T.? ➡️For Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH), please contact Mrs. Nora Stevenson: nora.stevenson@k12.wv.us ➡️For Visually Impaired (VI), please contact Ms. Wendy Bailey: wbailey@k12.wv.us #CareerReady #WVSDB #FutureLeaders
3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A female student wearing a white culinary jacket and black hat puts toppings into a tortilla.
A female student looks down as she marks her measurement on a wooden bench. A male student holds the leg of the wooden bench.
Two male students observe a male instructor using a drill for a wooden bench.
Students mingling in the culinary cafe.
A male student wearing a white culinary jacket spreads butter on a variety of rolls sitting on a pan.
A male assists a male student with teaching him how to tie a tie.
Three females seated at a table discuss options for attire for the mock interviews.
A female measures another female's arm for her dress clothing.
Three females are seated at a table looking over paperwork.
Students seated around a table while they observe a female signing American Sign Language.
Fall Conference Pre-Registration Closing Soon! 📢 Thinking about attending the Fall Conference? Let us know! Pre-registration closes TODAY, March 31st, 2025. ⏳ Make sure you're included! Pre-register today. ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://mailchi.mp/226a88a52286/fall-conference-6356820 #FallConference #WVSDB #ProfessionalDevelopment
3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Kneading Life Skills! 🔥 Our elementary students took a big step toward independence by making their own personal pizzas and a delicious cheesecake for dessert! From kneading dough and choosing toppings to mixing and preparing their sweet treat, they gained hands-on experience in the kitchen. 🍕 More than just a fun activity, this experience helped them build confidence in the kitchen, develop decision-making skills, and practice responsibility. 🤩 After all their hard work, they enjoyed their pizzas and cheesecake together in a family-style meal! 🍽️ #BuildingIndependence #WVSDB #HandsOnLearning
3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A female student wearing a blue and yellow colored sweatshirt looks down as she pours wet ingredients into a red bowl with dry ingredients already in it.
A male student wearing a black shirt with a camouflage print on the front looks down as he mixes together the wet and dry ingredients in a steel bowl.
A female student wearing a blue and gold sweatshirt looks down as she kneads together dough in a red colored bowl.
A female aide wearing a bright yellow shirt assists a male student wearing a gray shirt with putting ingredients into a mixing bowl.
A female aide wearing a yellow shirt assists a male student who is wearing a gray colored shirt pour the mixed cheesecake into a brown colored pie crust.
A male student sitting in a wheelchair proudly smiles for the camera.
A male student wearing a black shirt and glasses proudly holds up his personal pizza.
A male student wearing a shirt with blue and white prints smiles for the camera as he holds his pizza.
A male student wearing a blue sweatshirt smiles proudly for the camera.
A male student wearing a brown shirt smiles for the camera and holds his pizza with his right hand.
Congratulations to our Excellence in Education Award winners, Ms. Holly Knauff (Educator) and Mrs. Chasity Clower (Service Personnel)! 🎉 Ms. Knauff’s passion for fostering an enriching learning environment and Mrs. Clower’s exceptional support in ensuring smooth operations are both vital to the success of our school community. Their hard work and dedication help create an atmosphere where our students can thrive and succeed. 🤩 We are beyond proud of their accomplishments and grateful for their outstanding service! 🌟 #ExcellenceInEducation #WVSDB #MakingADifference
3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Two females professional headshots in front of a green-colored background. The phrase "Excellence in Education 2025" is in white font above them. The female on the left is wearing a bright pink shirt with a black blazer over top. The female on the right is wearing a striped sweater consisting of brown, white, and black.
Today, our students took on the Coin Fair Challenge, a hands-on learning experience where they practiced counting money, making change, budgeting, and communication skills—all while having fun! 💰 Thank you to our amazing staff and students for making this event a success! 🎉 #FinancialLiteracy #HandsOnLearning #WVSDB
3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A blue sign with the phrase "WVSDB Coin Fair" in pink-colored font. The blue sign is hanging out a wagon filled with goods to purchase.
Four males pose for the camera with the Coin Fair wagon.
Students purchasing items with their coins from the Coin Fair wagon.
A female student looks through the items on the Coin Fair wagon.
Three students standing side by side. The student on the far left is holding a sign that says "buy" and "sell".
A female looks down at the items in the Coin Fair wagon.
Multiple students look through the items available to purchase on the Coin Fair wagon.
Multiple students look through the items available to purchase on the Coin Fair wagon.
Students looking at the Coin Fair wagon. One student wearing a straw hat looks at the camera and raises his right hand.