We may be biased, but crisp fall mornings on the VSDB campus cannot be beat! And with recent renovations to the historic Main Hall building, this sunrise is even more captivating. (Photo credit to one of our teachers for capturing this on her way into work!)
about 1 year ago, VSDB
white columns of the main hall building with a sunrise creeping up from behind the building and surrounding trees
In Mr. Boeckmann's Biology class students used raised diagrams of a cell to learn about the important characteristics and then "build a cell".
about 1 year ago, VSDB
two students use raised diagrams of a cell to “build a cell"
Mr. Boeckmann works with one student using raised diagrams of a cell to “build a cell"
one student uses raised diagrams of a cell to “build a cell"
one student looks at the cell diagram as she works on the build a cell activity
HOMECOMING GAME!!!!! Come out and cheer on our team. Today, October 11 at 3:30 against Delaware School for the Deaf. See you there!
about 1 year ago, VSDB
game day flyer. background of a soccer field and a goalie blocking a ball. VSDB mascot vs DSD mascot in left corner. 3:30 pm Oct 11 in right corner. female soccer player kicking a ball in the top center of the page
This week we're celebrating homecoming for our Deaf Coed Soccer team. This is the FIRST YEAR for VSDB Deaf Soccer and our team is coming out in full force with a 4-5 record so far. Today at 3:30 is the last game before the ESDAA tournament next weekend. Let's go VSDB! #VSDBproud
about 1 year ago, VSDB
VSDB deaf soccer team on a grass field with soccer uniforms on. uniforms are red on one side and blue on the other with VSDB across the chest
We may have been quiet online for a while but we have been busy here on campus and around the country! Keep an eye out for upcoming posts catching up on our first two months of school.
about 1 year ago, VSDB
gray brick background with white text. text reads: photo updates coming soon stay tuned
Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind's legacy of education featured on Coast Live - check out the video here: https://www.wtkr.com/coast-live/virginia-school-for-the-deaf-and-the-blinds-legacy-of-education-on-coast-live
about 1 year ago, VSDB
VSDB is hiring! Join us on September 27, 2023 from 9:00am-10:30am or 5:30pm-7:00pm to participate in VSDB's Virtual Meet and Greet for 2nd Shift Residential/Dorm Staff Supervisor. You can reserve your 20-minute session today by calling (540)332-9000 or emailing Laura Otrhalik at laura.otrhalik@vsdb.k12.va.us. #VSDBJobOpportunities
over 1 year ago, VSDB
Virtual Meet and Greet 2nd Shift Residential/Dorm Staff Supervisor - September 27, 2023
Now Accepting Applications for 2nd Shift Residential/Dorm Staff Supervisor
Wow! The first week of school has come and gone already. We were so happy to see our students and surprise them with a welcome back spirit line Monday morning. Staff from every department on campus came out to cheer students in for their first day!
over 1 year ago, VSDB
staff high-fiving during the welcome parade
students walking along the walkway to school with both sides lined with staff cheering
students walking along the walkway to school with both sides lined with staff cheering
students walking along the walkway to school with both sides lined with staff cheering
students walking along the walkway to school with both sides lined with staff cheering
students walking along the walkway to school with both sides lined with staff cheering
Prior to students returning to school, our Orientation and Mobility department did their annual mobility lesson with all new staff.
over 1 year ago, VSDB
staff participating in the mobility lesson on the stairs. staff are assigned a partner - one partner is wearing eyeshades to simulate blindness and the other is practicing sighted guide
staff participating in the mobility lesson on the stairs. staff are assigned a partner - one partner is wearing eyeshades to simulate blindness and the other is practicing sighted guide
staff participating in the mobility lesson on the outside walkway. staff are assigned a partner - one partner is wearing eyeshades to simulate blindness and the other is practicing sighted guide
staff participating in the mobility lesson on the outside walkway. staff are assigned a partner - one partner is wearing eyeshades to simulate blindness and the other is practicing sighted guide
staff participating in the mobility lesson in the hallway. staff are assigned a partner - one partner is wearing eyeshades to simulate blindness and the other is practicing sighted guide
We are looking forward to seeing you all on registration day - Sunday, August 6, 2023. ✔️Meet the teachers ✔️Meet residential staff ✔️Take pictures in the Photo Booth ✔️Visit with our secret special guest! ✔️Residential students set up bedroom Remember to complete your enrollment packet ahead of time for a smooth process. Please ensure you bring all medications in their original packaging.
over 1 year ago, VSDB
chalkboard background with text (transcribed in the post). images of pencils, backpacks, and various school supplies
Join us for a reception celebrating the wonder 185 year anniversary exhibit at the RR Smith Center in Staunton VA!
over 1 year ago, VSDB
Green background with black and white historical pictures along the bottom. Text reads Exhibit Reception VSDB Celebrating 185 years as pioneers in the education of the deaf and the blind. Saturday August 12, 2023 4:30pm-7:00pm. RR Smith Center 20 South New Street Staunton VA 24401
Come check out the VSDB museum exhibit located in the RR Smith Center for History and Art in Staunton, VA!
over 1 year ago, VSDB
flyer of the vsdb exhibits
flyer for the vsdb exhibits
vsdb timeline
Attention VSDB Families! We need your help and input for our VTSS team! What is VTSS? The Virginia Tiered Systems of Support (VTSS) workgroup at VSDB consists of school and residential administrators, teachers, students, and families who work together to develop an effective learning environment for all students. VSDB knows family input is essential in creating good quality systems and invites interested family members to partner with our VTSS team to develop these systems. We understand you might have questions about the process, so please join us for a Question and Answer session to learn more! To help us in planning the question and answer sessions, please complete this short survey to indicate your interest and availability: https://forms.gle/aMep92YNa4rv115V7 For more information, please contact Julie Saum, Family Engagement Specialist, at julie.saum@vsdb.k12.va.us or 540-324-8316 Thank you!
over 1 year ago, Julie Saum
flyer for VTSS info session. text is copied in the post. gray background with navy blue and green striped circular designs.
VSDB is accepting applications for the 2023-2024 school year! Contact Kim Dayhoff, Admissions Coordinator, to learn about the application process or to request a tour. bit.ly/tourvsdb
over 1 year ago, VSDB
text "accepting applications" against a black chalkboard background with multicolored chalk crushed along the bottom
Have you seen our signs on the highway? On I64 and on I81, you might notice updated signs directing you to our campus. Follow them and stop by to see our beautiful campus nestled in the heart of Staunton and check out everything we have to offer. To schedule a tour for prospective students, please visit www.vsdb.k12.va.us and click "Request a Tour"
over 1 year ago, VSDB
highway signs on the side of the road. brown sign with text "exit 87 to 222" with another brown sign below it that says "Va School For The Deaf And The Blind" a green sign below that reads "Mary Baldwin University"
three highway signs on the side of the road. first sign is brown and reads "Va School For The Deaf And The Blind" second sign is brown and reads "Frontier Culture Museum of Virginia" bottom sign is blue and reads "Tourist Info Center"
Summer program photos part 8 (final part!): We had so much fun with our summer program "The Un-Fairy Tale" this year!! Equal parts fun, learning, and laughter with our fantastic students and staff.
over 1 year ago, VSDB
five student standing together wearing their self-designed tie dye shirts
six students and three staff stand in a group wearing their self-designed tie dye shirts
five students and one staff standing in a group wearing their self-designed tie dye shirts
all students and staff in the summer program huddled into a group, all wearing their self-designed tie dye shirts
five students and two staff stand in a group wearing their self-designed tie dye shirts
Summer program photos part 7: We had so much fun with our summer program "The Un-Fairy Tale" this year!! Equal parts fun, learning, and laughter with our fantastic students and staff.
over 1 year ago, VSDB
four students show off their team pennant design
female student working on tie dye
group of student showing off their team pennant design
female student doing tie dye
group of students showing off their team pennant design
one student and staff standing on the stage performing
two female students acting on stage
female student and male staff acting on stage
Summer program photos part 6: We had so much fun with our summer program "The Un-Fairy Tale" this year!! Equal parts fun, learning, and laughter with our fantastic students and staff.
over 1 year ago, VSDB
female student running through an obstacle course
female student jumping over a large mat in an obstacle course
male student pushing a large inflatable ball in an obstacle course
female student running through an obstacle course
male student throwing a football into a net during an obstacle course
male student leaping over a large mat during an obstacle course
young male student crawling through a round mat during an obstacle course
male student jumping over a box mat during an obstacle course
young student pushing a large inflatable ball with staff assistance
female student jumping over a box mat
Summer program photos part 5: We had so much fun with our summer program "The Un-Fairy Tale" this year!! Equal parts fun, learning, and laughter with our fantastic students and staff.
over 1 year ago, VSDB
students forming cookies with cookie dough
male student putting a try of cookie dough into the oven
students gathered together preparing to make cookies
male student sprinkling flour while making cookies
male student looking through the oven door monitoring the cookies in the oven
male student using a blow drier to melt tape on his building project
male student holding a plastic flower pot
female student drawing a rainbow with chalk on the sidewalk
group of students proudly displaying their team pennant
female student working on tie dye
Summer program photos part 4: We had so much fun with our summer program "The Un-Fairy Tale" this year!! Equal parts fun, learning, and laughter with our fantastic students and staff.
over 1 year ago, VSDB
students pulling on a rope in tug-of-war
students celebrating their win in tug-of-war
staff pulling on a rope against students in tug-of-war
students (with one staff) pulling on a rope against staff in tug-of-war
students using a towel to launch a wet sponge into a hula hoop on the ground
students pulling on a rope in tug-of-war
students working together to launch a wet sponge off of a towel
students aiming and squirting water blasters
students aiming and squirting water blasters
students aiming and squirting water blasters at a formation of stacked cups