We are proud and grateful to share that our school has received a recommendation for accreditation from the Conference of Educational Administrators of Schools and programs for the Deaf (CEASD)! 🎉 This achievement reflects the dedication, collaboration, and commitment of our entire community.
A heartfelt thank you to our incredible staff, students, Board of Visitors, families, alumni, and community members for your continued support, hard work, and belief in our mission. This milestone would not have been possible without each of you.
We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to the accreditation team -Rosemary Gallegos, Terry Wilding, and Greg Mendenhall -for volunteering their time and expertise to serve CEASD and for their thorough review of our school.
This additional accreditation is an accomplishment we can all celebrate together and builds upon our strong foundation of being accredited by Cognia for over 25 years. Thank you for helping make our school community strong, successful, and student-centered. We are so proud of what we’ve achieved - and excited for what’s ahead! 💙✨
#VSDB #CEASD #TogetherWeEmpower
We were so proud to welcome home our incredible basketball teams! 🏀✨ We had some amazing staff waiting bright and early to welcome them home and celebrate! 🎉👏
The boys battled their way to the Championship finale and earned 2nd place, while our girls took home the Consolation Championship (5th place)! 💪💙
#VSDB #Athletics #TogetherWeEmpower #Basketball
Lindsay brings nearly two decades of experience at VSDB, including nine years in leadership roles as Assistant Principal, Director of Instruction, and Principal. She is widely respected for her steady leadership, deep knowledge of the school, and strong commitment to students and staff.
In her new role, Lindsay will focus on strengthening internal operations, instructional leadership, and cross-department collaboration. Her leadership supports stability and continued growth across campus, while helping expand opportunities that prepare our students for life.
Please join us in congratulating Lindsay as we look ahead to this next chapter of leadership and progress at VSDB.
#VSDB #Leadership #PreparingStudentsForLife
We travel to Faith Christian Academy for a big rematch!
Let’s go Defenders — show them what VSDB basketball looks like on the road!
Fight hard. Play smart. Represent with class.
#RoadWarriors #VSDBStrong
Girls Game can be seen at: https://web.gc.com/teams/V6iIMa5X8VOp?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
Boys Game can be seen at: https://web.gc.com/teams/OmIPZEq6n8GQ?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
DEAF SCHOOL SHOWDOWN!
WVSDB Girls comes next door for a showdown with VSDB Girls
ENCSD Boys comes to town to play the VSDB Boys for another electric matchup!
Let’s fill the bleachers and give our players the home court advantage they deserve!
🎉 Bring the spirit — bring the noise — bring the PRIDE!
#VSDBvsENCSD #DefenderNation #GoVSDB
Girls Game can be seen at: https://web.gc.com/teams/V6iIMa5X8VOp?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
Boys Game can be seen at: https://web.gc.com/teams/OmIPZEq6n8GQ?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
Our Defenders travel to Ohio SD for a weekend of intense tournament play.
Let’s send them with ALL the support and hype!
Play hard. Stay focused. Represent VSDB everywhere you go!
#SpartanClassic #VSDBOnTheRoad #DefenderPride
Girls Game can be seen at: https://web.gc.com/teams/V6iIMa5X8VOp?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
Boys Game can be seen at: https://web.gc.com/teams/OmIPZEq6n8GQ?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
Delaware SD rolls in for a classic showdown!
These matchups always deliver — and we need YOU there to raise the roof!
Let’s rep VSDB with deaf pride, strength, and unity!
#DeafSchoolsStrong #VSDBvsDSD #DefendThisHouse
Girls Game can be seen at: https://web.gc.com/teams/V6iIMa5X8VOp?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
Boys Game can be seen at: https://web.gc.com/teams/OmIPZEq6n8GQ?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
Appalachian Christian comes to town tonight — and our players are ready to work.
Bring your spirit, bring your signs, and bring in the new year with a bang!
🏀 Let’s show them what VSDB basketball is made of!
#GoDefenders #RedBluePride
Girls Game can be seen at: https://web.gc.com/teams/V6iIMa5X8VOp?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
Boys Game can be seen at: https://web.gc.com/teams/OmIPZEq6n8GQ?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
From beautiful melodies to unforgettable moments, this concert warmed our hearts and brought students, families, staff, and our community together for an evening of incredible performances.
🎶 Watch the full performance, relive the highlights, and share it with a friend: https://youtu.be/RzvhuWk5P7c?si=NLau40orlSLePgxX
Thanks to everyone who made it unforgettable! 🎉We can’t wait for more music and memories! 💙
#VSDB #Music #TogetherWeEmpower
🎉 VSDB Goalball Team Shines at Nationals! 🎉
Our Goalball team recently returned from an incredible showing at the National Tournament, and we couldn’t be prouder! During pool play, our boys team battled hard, earning a 7th overall ranking and advancing to the quarterfinals.
While the journey ended in the quarterfinals, our middle school boys truly rose to the occasion, holding their own against older, more experienced high school teams. Competing at this level for the first time was no small feat, and their determination and grit were on full display!
We also want to give a shout-out to one of our students who competed as a pool player with the Texas girls team. Our student Amayah led the team in scoring and earned a spot on the All-American Girls Team for the third consecutive year—an outstanding achievement!
Nationals is more than just a competition—it’s an opportunity filled with for our athletes filled with life lessons & core memories. These experiences shape our athletes both on and off the court, and we couldn’t be more proud of every single DEFENDER who represented VSDB!
💙 Go team go! 💙
#VSDB #TogetherWeEmpower #Goalball #Nationals
🔥 LAST HOME GAME OF 2025!
Legacy Christian is coming — but tonight we close out the year on OUR terms.
Let’s pack the gym and create an atmosphere they’ll never forget!
💥 Let’s finish 2025 STRONG!
#VSDBFamily #DefenderEnergy #Gameday
Both games will be livestreamed at the links below:
Girls: https://web.gc.com/teams/V6iIMa5X8VOp?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
Boys: https://web.gc.com/teams/OmIPZEq6n8GQ?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
UPDATE: Game postponed to Jan 6!
Appalachian Christian comes to town again tonight — and our TEAMS are ready for a REMATCH!
Bring your spirit, bring your signs, and bring your voice!
🏀 Let’s show them what VSDB basketball is made of!
#GoDefenders #RedBluePride
Both games will be livestreamed at the links below:
Girls: https://web.gc.com/teams/V6iIMa5X8VOp?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
Boys: https://web.gc.com/teams/OmIPZEq6n8GQ?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
Our students made the most of the snowfall this week with snowball battles, fun outside, and lots of laughter. Nothing like a winter wonderland right at your school! ⛄️✨
#VSDB #TogetherWeEmpower #SnowDay
🌟 HOME COURT HYPE! Highlands comes to town—LET’S GO DEFENDERS!
Let’s fill the stands, light up the gym, and push our teams to victory!
🔥 Big plays. Big moments. Big energy.
#VSDBGameday #DefenderNation #WeAreVSDB
Both games will be livestreamed at the links below:
Girls: https://web.gc.com/teams/V6iIMa5X8VOp?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
Boys: https://web.gc.com/teams/OmIPZEq6n8GQ?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
🌟 HOME COURT HYPE! Highlands comes to town—LET’S GO DEFENDERS!
Let’s fill the stands, light up the gym, and push our teams to victory!
🔥 Big plays. Big moments. Big energy.
#VSDBGameday #DefenderNation #WeAreVSDB
Both games will be livestreamed at the links below:
Girls: https://web.gc.com/teams/V6iIMa5X8VOp?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
Boys: https://web.gc.com/teams/OmIPZEq6n8GQ?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
🚨 BACK-TO-BACK HOME ACTION!
The Girls West Virginia School and Boys Redeemer squad is rolling into Staunton, but they’re stepping into OUR house.
Let’s bring the noise and lift our Girls and Boys to another big performance!
🎯 Energy. Defense. Heart.
#DefendThisHouse #VSDBStrong #Gameday
Both games will be livestreamed at the links below:
Girls: https://web.gc.com/teams/V6iIMa5X8VOp?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
Boys: https://web.gc.com/teams/OmIPZEq6n8GQ?utm_source=Web&utm_campaign=team_share_link
Our team is currently cruisin’ through Arkansas on their way to Austin, Texas, for the 2025 US High School Goalball Championships beginning tomorrow! There are 15 boys' teams and 13 girls' teams competing this year! The schedule is below for our pool play on Thursday and Friday. One of our students, Amayah, will be competing as a pool player with the Texas Girls team.
Thursday:
-4:20pm Amayah with Texas Girls vs. Colorado Girls
-5:40pm VA Boys vs. Utah Boys
-8:20pm VA Boys vs. Louisiana Boys
-8:20pm Amayah with Texas Girls vs. Minnesota
Friday:
-11:20am Amayah with Texas Girls vs. South Carolina Girls
-2:00pm VA Boys vs. Atlanta Boys
Livestream Link for Thursday and Friday:
https://www.facebook.com/TSBVI/
Depending on how our boys' team plays and how Amayah with the Texas Girls' team plays, it will determine if we advance to the quarterfinals on Friday evening.
Coach Rachel shared that she and the other coaches are extremely proud and excited about all the practice & hard work these players have been putting in the last few months! They are hyped for the tough competition and very grateful for the opportunity to take our players across the country to represent VSDB and show 'em what we got! She extends a special "thank you" to the Administration, David Owens (Athletic Director), the VSDB Foundation, the Lions Club, and everyone for their love and support of our student athletes.
