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Let's Get Social! 🎉

Our May Deaf Social is happening Sunday, May 17th, 2026, at 2 PM, and you won’t want to miss it! 🌟

Enjoy:
🏓 Pickleball
🎯 Corn Hole
🎨 Crafts
🍪 Light Refreshments
🎁 Door Prizes

📍 Brannon Auditorium
301 East Main Street
Romney, WV

A HUGE thank-you to our amazing partners:
💙 WVSDB Outreach
💙 WVSDB CAP
💙 WV Hands & Voices
💙 WV Deaf Service Center

Everyone is welcome, no matter your ASL skill level! Come have fun and connect with the community! 🤟

#DeafSocial #WVSDB #DeafCommunity #ASL

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

May Deaf Social Flyer. Text "Deaf Social" is at the top in white and yellow color text. Event partners are in the lower left-hand corner. A transparent photo of the WVSDB campus is the background.

What’s cooking on the menu this week at Appalachia Provisions Café?! 🍽️ 🥐 Ham, Egg, & Cheese Croissant A flaky croissant filled with warm breakfast goodness 🧄 Pepperoni Garlic Knots Soft garlic knots packed with pepperoni and baked golden brown 🌯 Chicken Cordon Bleu Wrap Savory chicken, ham, and melted cheese in every bite 🥐 BLT Chicken Salad Croissant Creamy chicken salad topped with crispy bacon, lettuce, and tomato 🍓 Strawberry Oreo Cheesecake Rich cheesecake loaded with strawberry flavor and Oreo crunch 📍 301 East Main Street 🗓️Wednesday, April 29 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM 🗓️Thursday, April 30 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM Good food goes fast, grab yours while it lasts! 🔥 #AppalachiaProvisionsCafe #WVSDB #RomneyWV

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Today, on National School Bus Driver Day, we proudly recognize and celebrate our incredible WVSDB bus drivers. 🚌

Rain or shine, early mornings and long afternoons, they do so much more than provide transportation; they are often the first smiling faces our students see each day and the last to wish them well before heading home. 🏠

You help create a sense of safety, consistency, and care that our students depend on.

Thank you for being such an important part of our school community. 💛

#NationalSchoolBusDriverDay #WVSDB #BusDriverAppreciation

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

A group of male and female bus drivers stand in front of a yellow bus with "West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind" in bold, black font.

The back end of a yellow school bus with "West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind" in bold, black font.

As of April 28 2026, the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are accepting applications for the following vacancies for the 2026-2027 school year :

LPN - 210 days - Night Shift

To apply, please visit - https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369

3 months ago, Sondra McKenery

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Ready, Set, Drive - ASL Driver’s Prep Program. 🚗

Struggling with the written driver’s license test? This program is designed for Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) individuals (ages 15+) who use American Sign Language (ASL) and want extra support. NO age limit!

What’s Included:
➡️Instruction fully in ASL
➡️Practice questions with explanation
➡️Road signs, traffic laws, and test vocabulary
➡️Test-taking strategies in a supportive environment

📅 Options:
First-Time Test Takers: July 7–30 (Tuesday/Thursday)
Retake Prep: July 13–17 (Monday–Friday)

💻 Small-group sessions on Zoom

🔗: https://forms.office.com/r/zpgBPm2Nnh

📩 Contact Ms. Rachel Lanham
rachel.torrence@k12.wv.us | 304-822-4810

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Walking with Purpose, Standing with Confidence! 💥

WVSDB students and members of the Career Academy for Postgraduates (CAP) recently began an exciting Personal Self-Defense Class led by Grand Master Rick Rando and Instructor Trevor McCabe! 🥋

Their first class introduced students to walking with purpose, situational awareness, and the foundations of self-defense.

We are proud to provide opportunities that empower our students for success! 🌟

A huge thank you to Grand Master Rick Rando, Instructor Trevor McCabe, and Kick Masters Karate LLC in Frostburg, MD, for investing in our students and sharing these valuable life skills! 👏

#CAP #WVSDB #Empowerment

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Two male martial arts instructors stand on a blue mat in a gymnasium. There is an ASL interpreter to the right.

Martial Arts instructors standing on a blue mat with students as they teach them self-defense techniques.

Martial Arts instructors stand on a mat in the gymnasium, along with an ASL interpreter. There are individuals sitting in the bleachers in the foreground.

Students and Martial Arts instructors on a blue mat practice techniques they have been taught.

A Martial Arts instructor stands across from a student as they practice self-defense techniques.

Students seated in a circle around the Martial Arts instructors and the ASL interpreter.

Students standing in a circle around the Martial Arts instructors and the ASL interpreter.

Join Us for WVSDB 2026 Summer Camps! 🌟

The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB) is excited to offer two exciting summer camp experiences for Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) and Blind/Low Vision (VI) students!

🏀 Sports Camp
📅 June 14–17, 2026

🔬 STEM Camp
📅 July 12–16, 2026

💥 Completely FREE to attend!
🚌 Transportation is PROVIDED via regional bus hubs
🏡 Overnight housing is AVAILABLE in WVSDB dorms

⏰ Registration Deadline: May 15, 2026

➡️We encourage interested students and families to register early to secure a spot.

🔗: Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/cW3jQ4uiHN

#Summer2026 #WVSDB #DHH #VI

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the amazing team at WVSDB! 💙

Today, we recognize and appreciate the hardworking professionals who keep our offices running, support our staff and students, and help make each day a success. 🌟

Thank you for the countless ways you support our campus each day. 💛

#AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #WVSDB #ThankYou

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

At Appalachia Provisions Café, this is a Fan-Favorite-Heavy Kind of Week. 🔥

🔥 FEATURED LINEUP:
🌯 Big Haza Burrito — big flavor, bigger appetite
🌶️ Buffalo Chicken Wrap — fan favorite with our homemade ranch (you already know why)
🍞 Danish Bread Pudding — if you know, you know
🥗 Grilled Chicken Caesar — crisp, reliable, perfect
🌯 BBQ Bacon & Blue Wrap — smoky, bold flavor stack
🍰 Crème Brûlée Cheesecake — because of course there’s cheesecake

📍 301 East Main Street, Romney, WV
🗓 Wednesday, April 22 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
🗓 Thursday, April 23 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM

See you in the A.M. 😏

#EatLocal #WVSDB #RomneyWV

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

As of April 21, 2026, the West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind are accepting applications for the following vacancies for the 2026-2027 school year :

LPN - 210 days - Night Shift
Manager of Human Resources and Transportation - 260 days
Substitute Aide II, III, IV Supv/Transportation
Substitute General Maintenance/Groundsman

To apply, please visit - https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369

3 months ago, Sondra McKenery

Hands Up, West Virginia! Season 2 - Episode 8👐⛰️

📅April 21, 2026
⏰6:00 PM

Jump into real-world communication with the Deaf community through live American Sign Language (ASL) demonstrations, interactive activities, and a lively Q&A you won’t want to miss.
👉 Fully accessible with live captions
👉 ASL & spoken English interpretation provided
👉 Fun, engaging, and welcoming for ALL

We also want to extend our deepest thanks to Jennifer Casto and the WVSDB Outreach Team for making this program possible not only throughout West Virginia but across the nation through this amazing initiative. Your commitment to outreach and accessibility is expanding opportunities and creating greater access for communities everywhere. ❤️

Tune in and get your Hands Up, West Virginia! 🤟
🔗:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84540081655?pwd=VVacqExsddUraMXWamTraCGXq4hfMa.1

#HandsUpWV #WVSDB #WVSDBOutreach

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

The Black Bears Took Nationals by Storm! 💥

Our Esports team finished 4TH OVERALL at the ESDAA National Deaf Scholastic Esports Championship! 🎮

Congratulations to Allyssa and Carson for earning All-Star Team honors! ⭐

Shoutout to our CHAMPIONSHIP Fortnite team, Carson, Brayden, Aiden, and Zain, for bringing home the trophy! 🏆

From start to finish, they showed what WVSDB is all about! 🐻

Special thanks to the Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children and the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf (WPSD) for hosting an incredible event! 🙌

#ESDAA #WVSDB #StudentAthletes

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Group photo of the WVSDB Esports team dressed in matching blue and yellow jerseys. Coach Ganoe and Carr are on each side of the group.

Four male team members dressed in matching jerseys pose with a cardboard cutout of a video game character.

Group photo of the all-star winners among all of the competing teams.

Esports players sitting in pairs of two compete against one another as they look at the screen in front of them.

Esports players set in front of computer monitors and compete against one another.

The Fortnite championship winners stand side-by-side in front of a green screen as they are being interviewed by an individual using ASL.

Four male Esports athletes wearing matching jerseys sit at their gaming stations.

Two Esports players sit side-by-side as they compete against one another.

Three male Esports players wearing matching jerseys sit side-by-side as they compete in the tournament.

Overview photo of the Esports tournament with players seated at their computer stations.

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

The WVSDB Esports Team is heading to Pittsburgh, PA, to compete in the National Deaf Scholastic ESports Championship! 🏆

Our Black Bears take the arena Saturday, April 18th, at 8:15 AM and are ready to battle on the national stage! 🎮

Show your support by tuning in to the tournament livestream using the link below and cheering on our students from wherever
you are!⬇️⬇️⬇️
🔗: https://www.twitch.tv/gardenstateesports

Let’s Go, Black Bears! 🐻

#Esports WVSDB #ESDAA

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

National Deaf Scholastic ESports Championship. A gaming controller is in the center with a blue and purple ombré background behind the controller.

A group photo of the Esports team and their coaches. 2 rows of team members dressed in matching blue and gold jerseys.

Announcing a New Career Opportunity -

WVSDB is pleased to share that the Human Resources Coordinator role has been restructured to supervise the transportation services for our campus. The position is now titled Manager of Human Resources and Transportation. There is a new job description and salary listed in the posting on our website. Check it out at - https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=47369

3 months ago, Sondra McKenery

Student and employee completing paperwork at a table with We Are Hiring banner.

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Ready, Set, Drive! ASL Drivers Education Course Flyer.

FAST SEASON LOADING… 💨

Today, Thursday, April 16th, we hit the track and officially kick off our season! ⚡

➡️ April 16: Romney Middle School (RMS)
➡️ April 30: Maryland School for the Blind (MSB)
➡️ May 8–9: ESDAA Tournament @ Maryland School for the Deaf (MSD)
➡️May 12: EAAB Tournament @ Maryland School for the Blind (MSB)

This season belongs to the Black Bears. 🐻

#TrackSeason #WVSDB #ESDAA #EAAB

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

Build the Foundation for Workplace Success! 🚀

The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB) in collaboration with WVSDB Outreach is hosting our April Discovery P.O.I.N.T. Session, and it’s all about preparing students for future workplace success! 🗓️: April 19-23, 2026.
Students will learn:
✨ Personal hygiene & professional presentation
✨ Mock job interviews
✨ Workplace readiness
✨ Portfolio development

PLUS, students will participate in one of five Career & Technical Education (CTE) Academies for hands-on career exploration!

➡️Completely FREE for Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) and Blind/Low Vision (VI) students
🚌 Free transportation is provided with hub pick-up locations across the state

Don’t miss this opportunity to build confidence, gain real-world skills, and take the next step toward your future! 🎓

April 15 is the DEADLINE to register! ⬇️⬇️⬇️
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/ZxASXYktSX

#DiscoveryPOINT #WVSDB #WorkPlaceSuccess

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote

What’s Next After High School? Discover CAP! 🎓

Here’s another exciting opportunity to learn more about the Career Academy for Postgraduates (CAP) program!

Join us for an upcoming virtual info session to explore how CAP at WVSDB supports Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) and Blind/Low Vision (VI) young adults as they transition into adulthood.

🎯 Through CAP, students gain:
➡️ College exploration opportunities
➡️ Career readiness & real-world work experiences
➡️ Skills for independence and everyday success

📅Upcoming Session:
✨ Thursday, April 16 | 12:00–1:00 PM

Open to students, families, educators, and service providers

🔗 Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/BYDDiSUvMy

#CAPProgram #WVSDB #CollegeAndCareer

3 months ago, Alyssa Hansrote