🗓️ SAVE THE DATE! 🗓️ ➡️May 29th-31st, 2024⬅️ Join us for the 2024 Interpreter's Retreat presented by the WVDE TAC: West Virginia Outreach Center for the Deaf and the Blind. 🤟 This retreat promises enriching workshops, networking opportunities, and a chance to connect with fellow interpreters. ➡️For more information, contact Dr. Ressie Phillips at ressie.phillips@k12.wv.us
over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Save the Date flyer for the 2024 Interpreter's Retreat presented by WVOCDB.
The 2024 Braille Challenge and Cane Quest was a SUCCESS! 🌟 This event was brought to you by the collaborative efforts of the Children's Vision Rehabilitation Program (CVRP) and The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind. Thank you to the following organizations for their support: ➡️Children's Vision Rehabilitation Program ➡️WVDE TAC: Outreach Center for the Deaf and the Blind ➡️Romney Sheetz ➡️Marshall University Students
over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A female student smiles for the camera while she is seated at a table with a gray Braille writer in front of her.
A male participant is reading Braille with his hands. There is a blue Braille writer to his right.
A female participant is reading Braille during the competition.
A female Marshall University student is smiling at a competition participant. There is blue Braille writer in front of the participant.
A male student is walking with his white cane during Cane Quest.
Two female Cane Quest participants are crossing the road to get to the sidewalk.
A member of WVOCDB is playing outdoor games with competition participants.
A Cane Quest participant walks down a sidewalk with his guide.
A group of Cane Quest participants cross the street with their guides.
A group photo of all Braille Challenge and Cane Quest participants in front of a WVSDB building.
Wrapping up Read Across America at The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind! 📚 What a week of literacy celebration for our students. Huge thanks to all our special guest readers for joining us and inspiring our students! 🌟 Our Elementary students had a blast with a Dr. Seuss-themed party to honor the iconic author. 📖 Let's keep the reading magic alive! ✨ #ReadAcrossAmerica #LiteracyCelebration #WVSDB
over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Elementary students listen to guest reader Christina Payne.
Guest reader Christina Payne tells the story of "There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Frog".
A student adds a 4th apple to his stack.
Guest reader Christina Payne tells the story of "There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Frog".
A students meets special guest The Cat in the Hat.
A cake decorated with gummy fish and the words "1 Fish, 2 Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish".
A student is looking at his stack of apples.
A student spoons ice cream from a cup. A piece of cake and green eggs (green-tinted vanilla pudding with a vanilla wafer in the center) sit on the table.
A student smiles at special guest The Cat in the Hat.
A students tries to catch the cups she stacked in her Cat's hat as the cups fall.
March 6th is National Deaf Youth Day! 🤟 Today is a reminder that our Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing youth can achieve ANYTHING they set their minds to. In honor of today, we're reflecting on the impactful Tapestry performance by WVSDB students for the West Virginia State Legislature during Deaf Awareness Day. It's a testament to the talent and resilience of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing youth. ❤️ #nationaldeafyouthday #WVSDB #deafawareness
over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote
WVSDB Tapestry students are dressed in black zip-up jackets and signing the lyrics to the song.
A female WVSDB student in a black jacket is signing during the WVSDB Tapestry performance.
A female WVSDB student gazes up at the audience during the Tapestry performance.
A WVSDB student is signing the lyrics during the performance.
Two WVSDB students wearing black jackets are performing for the WV Legislature.
WVSDB students are signing the words to the song being performed.
A female WVSDB student is looking at the camera while signing the lyrics to the song.
A female WVSDB student is signing lyrics to the song while looking at the camera.
💥UPCOMING GOALBALL MATCH! 💥 TOMORROW, March 6th, our Black Bears are heading to Philadelphia to take on the Overbrook School for the Blind. Let's Goooo Black Bears! 🐻
over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Goalball Match social media graphic.
Kicking off Read Across America Week at The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind! 📚 Today we were thrilled to have authors Dan Oates and Liz Cooper join us to read to our incredible students. Let's spread the joy of reading together! 🤩 #ReadAcrossAmerica #Literacy #WVSDB
over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Special guest speaker Dan Oates is seated in front of a group of students in the MPR.
WVSDB students are seated in the MPR participating in Read Across America week listening to a guest speaker.
Dan Oates is sitting in a chair while holding up a book in front of him for the students to see. There is a microphone in front of him.
Guest speaker Liz Cooper is standing at the front of the MPR while holding a booklet and reading to WVSDB students.
WVSDB students are seated in the MPR looking towards guest speaker Liz Cooper, who is reading to our students.
Guest speaker Liz Cooper reading to our students at the front of the MPR. There is an interpreter standing beside her.
Guest speaker Liz Cooper is holding a blue book while presenting for our students. There is an interpreter in front of the students.
Yesterday the residents of the Monarchs and Ridge Runners Dorm Pods visited a local discovery museum. The residents and staff enjoyed pushing and pulling the different switches 🎛️and levers to explore how basic science 🧬 makes different real life things function. #DormLife #ExploratoryLearning
over 2 years ago, Christine Lewis
A group picture of the monarchs and Ridge runners as they arrive at the discovery Museum, standing in front of the four ceiling windows and smiling at the camera
Hey young man in the cowboy hat that’s on the milking stool and learns how to milk a cow.
A staff member shows a resident about a Nursia and movement by pulling back a ball that hit multiple balls and shows motion in the air
A staff member helps a resident learn about water and gravity, and slides by pouring water into the top of the slide and watching it go down a tube into a fake pond
Two female residents walk around the discovery center holding sensory balls, and looking at the exhibits
Another male resident sits on the milking store and attempts to milk. The simulated cow.
A staff member helps a resident get into the simulated bulldozer and move the bucket
Staff member and students sit at a rock clay table and get ready to make a tower using rocks and clay
A female resident looks over the barrier into the simulated rock pile
A staff member helps a resident play the outdoor xylophone using strikers
Read Across America kicks off TOMORROW, March 4th! 📚 📅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 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Read Across America flyer. The flyer features a stack of books in the center of the page. The flyer features the Read Across America spirit days and activities.
Big shoutout to The Lions Club and WV Challenged Athletes ski guides for their incredible support and sponsorship of our recent ski trip for students from The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind! ⛷️ Your generosity made this unforgettable experience possible, providing these students with opportunities for adventure, growth, and connection. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in their lives! 🙌 #EmpoweringInclusion #WVSDB #WVSki
over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote
A group photo of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students from WVSDB standing and posing for a photo in front of the ski lodge.
A group photo of Blind and Low Vision students from WVSDB standing and posing for a photo in front of the ski lodge.
Two ski guides posing for a photo behind a male WVSDB student.
Three WVSDB students stand side-by-side smiling and posing for the camera while wearing their skiing attire.
Two WVSDB students standing side-by-side smiling and posing for the camera in their skiing attire.
A group of WVSDB students gathered around one another while smiling and posing for the camera.
A ski guide and a female WVSDB student are riding the ski lift up to the top of the slope.
A female WVSDB student is standing beside a ski guide. The student is wearing a "Blind Skier" vest.
A ski guide is helping a WVSDB student get fastened into her cart.
A ski guide and female WVSDB student are on the slopes. They are both wearing bright orange vests.
👏🏻Today the Monarchs and Ridge Runners Dorm Pods donated pet supplies, cleaning items, 🧼and dog food to the Hampshire County Animal Shelter as a community service project. The residents collected the items from members of the WVSDB community and prepared the donation. The director of the animal shelter came to campus and accepted the donation for the 🐕fur babies. #DormLife #BlackBearsGivingBack
over 2 years ago, Christine Lewis
A picture of the animal shelters vehicle with the back of the vehicle, full of donated supplies of pet food, cleaning products and pet treats sitting in the parking lot outside of the dormitory
A group picture of the monarchs and Ridge runners residence standing behind the pile of donated supplies for the community service project
A picture of the front of the thank you card from the Director of the animal shelter. It has the word thank you and gold with a snowman form made of dogs off to the right side.
A picture of the inside of thank you card. The writing says the WVSDB staff and students. Thank you for the donation of supplies to the animal shelter. The fur babies will love them sincerely, the staff and for babies.
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 2 years 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 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote
Deaf Awareness Day in West Virginia. The graphic features blue and gold accents, ASL, the WVSDB logo.
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 2 years 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.
🌟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 2 years 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.
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 2 years 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 2 years 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 2 years 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 2 years 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 2 years 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 2 years 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.