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As of December 19, WVSDB is seeking qualified applicants for the following job opportunities: Licensed Practical Nurse - 210 days Long Term Substitute Orientation and Mobility Specialist Long Term Substitute Teacher K-3/DHH PK-AD w ASL Orientation and Mobility Specialist Residential Care Specialist - Day/Eve Substitute Aide II, III, IV/Transportation Substitute LPN 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 2 years ago, Sondra McKenery

Yesterday evening, our residential students were surprised with a pizza party and a visit from Santa Claus, who handed out gifts to our students. 🎁 Our residents had a wonderful evening opening gifts, eating pizza, and mingling with one another. 🍕 We would like to give a special thank you to the UAW Local # 1590 for providing a magical evening for our students. ❤️

over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Superintendent Burch, Dr. Lewis, Santa Claus, and representatives from the UAW standing for a group photo in the Keller Hall cafeteria.

Santa Claus posing with two male WVSDB students.

WVSDB students opening presents given by the UAW. One student holds his gift up while smiling for the camera.

WVSDB students seated at a table in the Keller Hall cafeteria waiting for Santa Claus to give them their gifts.

Four female WVSDB students looking up and smiling at the camera while enjoying their pizza from the UAW.

WVSDB students in line to receive pizza from UAW workers.

WVSDB students seated at a table in the Keller Hall cafeteria opening gifts from the UAW and mingling among one another.

WVSDB students seated at a table in the Keller Hall cafeteria talking to a RCS.

Zain, a student from The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind, collaborated with Mr. Larry Wagner from Graceland Studio to make and gift 100 epoxy resin flowers for staff members at WVSDB. 🌼 WVSDB staff members were delighted with their gifts. Thank you for the generous gifts, Mr. Wagner. 😊

over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote

A group of 6 people standing and posing for a photo in front of a Christmas Tree while holding flowers that were gifted by Graceland Studio.

An aide smiles while picking out her flower of choice from a WVSDB student.

A blind individual is holding and feeling some of the flowers to help her decide which one she wants.

A WVSDB teacher is trying to choose which flower he wants to pick from the WVSDB student handing out the flowers.

A teacher's aide hugs the WVSDB student who was giving away flowers to show her appreciation.

A teacher's aide looks focused at the flowers while picking out which one she wants.

A custodian looks happily down at the flower she has chosen.

A WVSDB interpreter looks happily at the flowers the student is handing out while she chooses one for herself.

As of December 12, 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; Residential Care Specialist - Male - Night Shift; Substitute Aide III, IV/Transportation; Substitute LPN; 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 2 years ago, Sondra McKenery

The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind, in collaboration with the West Virginia Deaf Service Center and the WVDE TAC: Outreach Center for the Deaf and the Blind, hosted a Deaf Tea Chat. ☕ Attendees enjoyed an evening of mingling, games, and light refreshments prepared by the WVSDB ProStart students. We look forward to continued collaboration with the WV Deaf Service Center and WVDE TAC: Outreach Center for the Deaf and the Blind. 😊

over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Superintendent Burch standing in the front of the group of attendees presenting an opening statement for the Deaf Tea Chat.

Deaf Tea Chat attendees sitting in blue chairs in a circle in the center of the Brannon Building MPR.

Superintendent Burch introducing WVSDB students to Deaf Tea Chat attendees.

Deaf Tea Chat attendees sitting in blue chairs in a circle.

WVSDB students engaged in Deaf Tea Chat activities.

A group photo featuring all Deaf Tea Chat attendees, WVSDB students, and collaborating partners.

Come out and support the WVSDB Black Bears TONIGHT, December 12th, against the Legacy Basketball Team! 🏀 ➡️Girls Basketball Game @ 5:00 PM If you are unable to make it, we will be streaming the game on our Facebook page. Let's Go Black Bears! 🐻

over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote

WVSDB basketball graphic advertising game details.

This past weekend, students from The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind participated in the Holiday Parade in Romney, WV. ❄️ RCS staff members and students honored the emergency personnel and military with our float. Thank you to all who were involved to help make this parade a SUCCESS! 🤩

over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Three WVSDB students waiting to walk in the parade while holding flags to honor first responders and military personnel.

The WVSDB float decorated with Christmas decorations and posters thanking first responders and military personnel. The WVSDB drumline is sitting in the float.

A picture of a banner thanking military and first responders with students in the background holding flags.

Three WVSDB students posing for the camera while they wait to walk in the parade. One student is holding a thank you poster.

The WVSDB Drum Line sit and wait for the parade to begin.

The WVSDB Drum Line sitting on the float waiting for the parade to begin.

The WVSDB Drum Line sitting on the float performing during the parade. The float features a WVSDB banner and thank you posters for military personnel and first responders.

All WVSDB staff and students will be on a 2-hour delay tomorrow December 11. Please be safe!

over 2 years ago, Melanie Hesse

The Monarchs and the Ridge Runners Dorm Pods have been busy making holiday Santa, Snowman, and Grinch Gourds. The residents have enjoyed creatively painting different festive personalities in their individual gourd characters. The holiday cheer is in full swing at Keller Hall. #WVSDBholidays

over 2 years ago, Christine Lewis

Three of the residents stand behind their snowman and grinch painted gourds that are sitting on a table in front of them

One of the residents holds his completed, grinch painted gourd with green paint and yellow eyes

One of the residents holds his painted white snowman gourd in his hands while sitting at the table

A resident smiles at the camera while seated at the table with his green grinch gourd, half done in front of him waiting for the paint to dry

A female resident holds her white painted snowman, gourd all sitting in a chair and smiling at the camera

A resident holds her white snowman painted gourd, while sitting in a chair and smiling at the camera

A residence sits on the floor in front of the Christmas tree with her painted white snowman with a red cap in her lap

The resident is happy with glee, hearing the rattle of her snowman gourd, and the smiling at the camera, while seated in the chair

hey, resident smiles, and laughs while seated in a chair and holding the white snowman gourd

Help The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind ring in the holidays with the 12 Days of Christmas Spirit Week! 🎁 Your student can participate in our Christmas Spirit Week by dressing with the themes below⬇️ ❄️Dec 7. Christmas Spirit - What represents Christmas 🎄Dec 8. Pajama Day ❄️Dec 11. Favorite staff member – Dress as your favorite staff member 🎄Dec 12. Old versus Young – Dress as an older or younger person. ❄️Dec 13. Favorite Christmas Character 🎄Dec 14. Flannel Day ❄️Dec 15. Cold Weather – wear your sweaters, gloves, hats, blankets, etc. 🎄Dec 18. Hat/Crazy Hair ❄️Dec 19. Christmas Tree – Dress like a Christmas Tree 🎄Dec 20. Wacky Christmas ❄️Dec 21. Christmas Colors 🎄Dec 22. Christmas Formal Thank you!!

over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote

The 12 Days if Christmas Week flyer with all the dates and activities on it to celebrate the holidays. The flyer has a dark blue background with numerous white snowflakes.

Come out and support the WVSDB Black Bears TOMORROW, December 6th, against the Romney Pioneers! 🏀 ➡️Girls Basketball Game @ 5:00 PM ➡️Boys Basketball Game @ 6:30 PM If you are unable to make it, we will be streaming the game on our Facebook page. Let's Go Black Bears! 🐻 📷 Photo Credit: Hampshire Review

over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote

WVSDB Basketball flyer featuring bear paws, and photos of both boys and girls WVSDB basketball players.

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 this week! ➡️Introductory ASL Class: Every Tuesday beginning December 5, 2023, 4:00 pm https://bit.ly/3s8SDx8 ➡️Intermediate ASL Class: Every Wednesday beginning December 6, 2023, 4:00 pm https://bit.ly/45nlPPL ➡️Advanced ASL Class: Every Thursday beginning December 7, 2023, 4:00 pm https://bit.ly/448go5E We hope to see you in the virtual classroom! 🤩

over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Statewide ASL Class Schedule for the Winter session.

Students from The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are preparing for the holiday season. ❄ Our Elementary students combined Math with decorating for Christmas last week. 🎁 Ms. Biddle's class measured the area outside the elementary wing of the Sevigny Building to determine the placement of holiday pathway markers. The students were assisted by Ms. Cassie's class in putting out the decorations. Students worked to ensure that the final design was symmetrical. 🎄

over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote

A male student holds a large plastic candy cane.

A female student signs directions to a younger male student.

A male student supports a solar Christmas tree.

A female student places a plastic candy cane in the ground as a male student looks on.

A male student assists a female student with placing a solar lit Christmas tree in the ground.

A female student places a plastic candy cane in the ground.

A male student holds a tape measure out for a younger male student to look at.

We are 1 week away from our Deaf Tea Chat! ☕ This event is a collaboration between the WV Deaf Service Center, WVOCDB, and The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind. 📅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 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote

🍽️Residential Baking Club🍽️ Members of our residential baking club have been busy exploring a diverse range of culinary delights. This past month they made Greek cookies and enchiladas with three different types of rice. 🍪 Our baking club allows our members to expand their culinary skills and explore various cultural cuisines.

over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote

A member of the Residential Baking Club looks and smiles at the camera while she stirs ingredients together in a pot.

A member of the Residential Baking Club looks and smiles at the camera while cutting up tortillas.

A member of the Residential Baking club smiles while spreading ingredients on a cookie.

A member of the Baking Club looks at the camera while stirring together ingredients in a pot.

A photo of the tortillas that is being used for their culinary creations.

Christmas came early at The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind. 🎁 Members of numerous quilting groups based in southern West Virginia came to visit The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind. They spent the last year making personalized quilts for our residential students. Our special guests enjoyed a wonderful lunch prepared by our ProStart students and were given a tour of our campus. 🍽️ We would like to THANK the following groups, as well as Dr. Phillips for making this possible for our students. 🧵WV Modern Quilt Guild 🧵Putnam Piecemakers 🧵Quilt Lovers 🧵The Stitch’en Sisters at First Baptist of Hurricane Our residents APPRECIATE your generous gifts! ❤️

over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote

A group photo of the quilting ladies, Ms. Clendenin, Dr. Phillips, and Dr. Lewis in front of a Christmas tree in Keller Hall.

One of the quilting ladies and Mrs. Hesse seated at a round table while waiting to be served lunch by our ProStart students.

Three of our ProStart students posing for a photo wearing their culinary uniforms.

Mrs. Hesse giving a tour to the quilting ladies in Sevigny Hall. The ladies are looking in a classroom.

Wrapped gifts sitting on a table in Keller Hall.

A residential student poses proudly with her cheetah-print quilt that was made by the quilting groups.

A residential student standing and posing with her quilt. The quilt has a black background with different colored designs in the center.

A resident poses with her quilt. Her quilt has shades of blue, white, orange, and yellow.

A resident seated in a chair while holding his folded blanket.

A resident smiles while she opens up the box that contains her quilt.

As of November 28, 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 Residential Care Specialist - Day/Eve Residential Care Specialist - Male - Night Shift Substitute Aide III, IV/Transportation Substitute LPN 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 2 years ago, Sondra McKenery

Happy Thanksgiving from The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind! 🦃 We're so thankful for our students, staff, and administrators. ❤️ We hope you enjoy the rest of your Fall break! 🍂

over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote

The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind welcomed a couple of very special guests last week! 🤗 Angela Bednarczyk, a teacher of the Deaf in Africa, who sponsors a deaf individual from Senegal, West Africa named Badou. Thank you for coming to visit us! 🤩

over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Angela Bednarczyk and Badou standing outside the Sevigny Building smiling at the camera for a photo.

Badou and an aide singing to one another in the cafeteria.

Angela Bednarczyk, Mary Anne Clendenin, and Badou standing beside one another while posing and smiling for the camera.

Badou and Elementary students having a conversation through ASL.

Students from The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and Blind visited Timbrook KIA and learned how to shop and buy a car! 🚗 The vehicle of interest by one of the students was a Kia Soul. The financial algebra class has been learning how to purchase a vehicle using a loan option in the classroom. 💰 They connected the classroom work with the real-world situation. Thank you, Mr. Henry and Timbrook Kia, for showing them how it is done! ✔️

over 2 years ago, Alyssa Hansrote

WVSDB students talking with a car salesman at Timbrook KIA.

WVSDB students speaking with a car salesman at Timbrook KIA. There is a blue KIA Soul behind them.

A WVSDB student sits in the passenger side of a blue KIA Soul. Her interpreter is standing outside beside her.

WVSDB students gathered around the blue KIA Soul at the Timbrook Kia Car Dealership.

WVSDB students gathered around a blue KIA Soul at the Timbrook KIA Car Dealership with a car salesman, Mr. Henry, and Kelly the Interpreter.

A WVSDB student and her interpreter sitting at a restaurant themed photo-booth with a Timbrook KIA car salesman pretending to be their waiter.