
It is Goalball Gameday!!! VSDB’s Goalball teams will travel to the West Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind (WVSDB) for their final match of the regular season. The match begins at 3PM! The game will be live streamed via the Gamechanger link: https://web.gc.com/teams/rmmFtxtGj6tJ/2024-winter-vsdb-boys-goalball/schedule/7a4d2bf5-6dac-4eec-b676-b760fbb3a8be/info
Watch the team showcase the hard work they have put together in their final wrap up before their Eastern Athletic Association for the Blind (EAAB) tournament this coming weekend!
[Image description: A high-energy sports flyer announcing a goalball match between VSDB and WVSD&B. The background has a textured dark blue design with bold, stylized text reading "Game Day" in large white and red letters. The date and time are displayed at the top: Tuesday, March 11th, 3:00 PM. The VSDB logo (a stylized wolf) is on the left, while the WVSD&B logo (a circular emblem with a panther) is on the right. The words "Away @ WVSD&B" indicate that VSDB will be playing an away game. At the bottom, a large blue goalball is prominently displayed, with the phrase "Don't Miss It!" written in red, emphasizing excitement for the event.]


🐰🔊 Hop into Spring with Our Beeping Egg Hunt! 🔊🐰
Get ready for an egg-stra special event! 🌸🥚 VSDB’s Beeping Egg Hunt is back for all students with blindness or visual impairments—no matter their level of vision. Join us for a morning of fun, beeping eggs, and sweet surprises!
📅 Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Location: VSDB, 97 New Hope Rd., Staunton, VA
🎟 Register by April 11: https://bit.ly/2025beeping_egg
This event is fully accessible for students with blindness or visual impairments and wheelchair accessible. Don’t miss out—let’s make this spring unforgettable! 🌷
#BeepingEggHunt #AccessibleFun #SpringCelebration #VSDBproud
[Image Description: A colorful flyer with a spring theme announces the VSDB Beeping Egg Hunt. At the top, playful text reads, "Hop into spring with our annual Beeping Egg Hunt!" Below, an invitation to join for a fun-filled, accessible event is displayed. The event details, including date (April 19, 2025), time (10 AM - 12 PM), and location (VSDB, Staunton, VA), are prominently listed. A registration link and accessibility information are also included. The background features spring-themed decorations like flowers and Easter eggs, giving a cheerful and festive feel.]


VSDB would like to share the following information on behalf of our friends at VDDHH.
The VDDHH Transportation Town Hall originally scheduled for Saturday, February 22, 2025, has been rescheduled to March 29, 2025, due to inclement weather and extreme cold temperatures.
The updated flyer is attached. Please share this with your networks in the Town of Ashland, City of Richmond, Charles City County, Chesterfield, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, and Powhatan, particularly individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind, or have speech difficulties and may face challenges accessing transportation. This includes issues such as voice announcements without captions, signage colors for low vision, small text, lighting, crosswalks, and more.
RSVP is required for the Town Hall. Registration details can be found via the QR code and link on the flyer. bit.ly/TransportationTownHallRVA
If you have any questions, please contact Karen Rhoads, Community Services Specialist, VDDHH.
[Image Description:
A flyer for a Transportation Town Hall event targeted at the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community. The design features a blue and purple color scheme with white text. At the top, the title "TRANSPORTATION TOWN HALL" is prominently displayed in bold, uppercase letters. Below it, in smaller text, is "for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community."
In the center, the "Pathways to the Future: Transportation" logo appears, with "Pathways to the Future" in bold blue text and an arrow graphic in red, blue, and orange. Below the logo, there are various transportation-related icons, including a walking figure, a wheelchair user, a bicycle, a motorcycle, buses, trucks, and a boat.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS)
8004 Franklin Farms Dr, Richmond, VA 23229
Rooms: 101-103
At the bottom, a blue section highlights additional event features with white icons and text:
ASL Interpretation Provided (represented by an ASL signing hands icon)
PlanRVA Interactive Map & Feedback Activity (PlanRVA logo included)
Morning Refreshments Served (represented by a coffee cup and plate icon)
In the lower left corner, the Virginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (VDDHH) logo is displayed.
At the very bottom, the flyer states:
"Hosted by VDDHH | RSVP Required"
bit.ly/TransportationTownHallRVA]


VSDB Families and Fans,
Today is the 2nd day of the back-to-back game days for the Goalball team this week! VSDB’s Goalball teams will travel to the Maryland School for the Blind for their match at 1 PM! The game will be live streamed via Gamechanger at this link: https://web.gc.com/teams/rmmFtxtGj6tJ/2024-winter-vsdb-boys-goalball/schedule/9909ede6-b229-4cc0-8a60-b4803bec8e8f/info
Watch your Defenders roll some goals and cheer from afar!


VSDB Families and Fans,
The Winter 2025 Goalball Season begins today at Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind’s Llewellyn Gym! The Goalball teams kick off their season playing the South Carolina School for the Deaf and Blind (SCSDB) and the Governor Morehead School for the Blind at 2 PM. Come and make your way to the Defender's house to watch them block, roll, score, and repeat!
If you are unable to make it in person, there will be a livestream via Gamechanger:
VSDB vs SCSDB - https://web.gc.com/teams/rmmFtxtGj6tJ/2024-winter-vsdb-boys-goalball/schedule/3897db6e-a948-41cb-bfeb-d53499f2384f/info
VSDB vs Governor Morehead - https://web.gc.com/teams/rmmFtxtGj6tJ/2024-winter-vsdb-boys-goalball/schedule/544b3b36-81c6-434d-aaca-c45176cacab1/info
Please take a look at the season schedule for all of the games for this season to find a time and root your Defenders!
Feb 26th - VSDB vs Governor Morehead and SCSDB - 2:00 p.m. - @VSDB
Feb 27th - VSDB at MSB - 1:00 p.m. - @MSB
Mar 4th - VSDB vs WVSDB - 3:00 p.m. - @VSDB
Mar 6th - VSDB vs MSB - 1:00 p.m. - @VSDB
Mar 11th - VSDB at WVSDB - 3:00 p.m. - @WVSDB



Join us for a Virtual Job Fair for Teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing on Wednesday, February 26th from 12:00pm-7:00pm. We hope to see you there!
#ThisIsVSDB #GrowDoBecome #VSDBJobFair
Visual Description: A red and blue flyer with a white columned building and The Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind is listed in the top right corner. Pictures of Lindsay Burris, Principal, and Julie Conner, Assistant Principal are displayed on the red background. The title reads: Virtual Job Fair for Teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 from 12:00pm-7:00pm. Reserve your 20 minute session today!
Are you a Teacher of the Deaf? Meet with VSDB's Principal and Assistant Principal to learn more about VSDB and available teaching opportunities. Participate in our Virtual Job Fair and see if VSDB is the right fit for you!
A blue box on the side reads: The VSDB Difference.
- Great comprehensive benefit package
- Small caseloads and ample resources
- Supportive and positive team setting
- Small teacher: student ratio
- School - Residential partnership supports 24/7 learning environment.
Contact (540)332-9000 or laura.otrhalik@vsdb.k12.va.us to reserve your session today.
Learn more at: https://www.vsdb.k12.va.us/


VSDB Family and Fans,
Game Day at Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind.
*UPDATE: The Girls' game has been canceled.
At 7:00 PM Our Boys' Varsity Basketball team will be playing against Shenandoah Valley Homeschool!!
Come by to cheer on our Defenders and show your support! Go, Defenders!!! There will be live streams:
Boys game: https://web.gc.com/teams/Eyyt0cM9L6Xc/schedule/ee35ed7d-7763-4ba2-8f5d-87a257c6b28b/info



VSDB Family and Fans,
Today, Delaware School for the Deaf Boys and Girls Basketball teams will travel to the Defenders' house. Get ready for an action-packed evening with not one, but TWO thrilling games!! They'll be shooting for the stars and aiming for the hoops, so come down and cheer them on!!
3:00PM (Girls) / 4:30PM (Boys)
Also, there will be a live stream:
Girls game: https://web.gc.com/teams/YuQbSJyJHdvb/schedule/3ee3395f-87f2-425f-a826-7ff039d4818e/info
Boys game: https://web.gc.com/teams/Eyyt0cM9L6Xc/schedule/92bb71f2-818c-4fd4-b7c1-00b08560b0d2/info



VSDB Family and Fans, Get ready for some basketball TODAY at 5:30 PM.
Game Day at West Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind. The Girls Defenders Basketball team will travel today at their last AWAY game to take on the WVSDB Bears!! We hope you can join us in cheering on the team!! If you can’t make it, you can watch the live stream here: https://web.gc.com/teams/YuQbSJyJHdvb/schedule/dd81afc3-821d-4ed0-b5df-3c6a2664f41f/info


Our VSDB app keeps getting better and better! Parents/
guardians who have already created an account can now
access new app features like Messages and Class Streams
via web and in the app.
Download for Android https://aptg.co/MyxB9F
Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/xq5Xzj


VSDB Family and Fans, IT’S Basketball Game Day!!!! Both Boys and Girls Varsity Basketball teams will be in action today at Delaware School for the Deaf. The Defenders will play with all their hearts, leave it all on the court, and bring in the win. Join us in cheering on our team!!! Thursday, Jan 23rd, 3:00PM (Girls) / 4:30PM (Boys)
Girls game: https://web.gc.com/teams/YuQbSJyJHdvb/schedule/f3a90186-cb19-4654-b0c1-c1042eef1a75/info
Boys game: https://web.gc.com/teams/Eyyt0cM9L6Xc/schedule/2bfd8f9e-f9ab-4451-917d-3145174c0ae5/info



Say “hello” to even more messaging and announcements in
the VSDB app! Parents/guardians check your email or text with
instructions to sign up and access new features.
Download for Android https://aptg.co/MyxB9F
Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/xq5Xzj


Say hello to parent-teacher chat and classroom announcements in the VSDB app. Now it’s easier than ever to stay up-to-date with VSDB and with your students’ teachers and classes.
Parents and guardians will soon receive instructions via email to create their login to access Rooms within the VSDB app.
https://youtu.be/zW9d0VzqDFI?si=TldO8Jf2yuuWrd8H
Download for Android https://aptg.co/MyxB9F
Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/xq5Xzj


🌱🥕 Fresh from the Fields: Updates on VSDB's Farm Program! 🥕🌱
At VSDB, our students are learning valuable skills while cultivating crops and fostering a love for sustainable agriculture. 🌾
In the latest edition of our Farm Program Newsletter, discover how our students are growing more than just plants—they’re growing knowledge, teamwork, and community connections.
📖 Check it out here: https://5il.co/34imz
#VSDBFarm #GrowingTogether #HandsOnLearning

📰✨ Hot off the Press! Dive into the latest edition of the VSDB Student-Led Newsletter, where our talented students, guided by Ms. Kelli Jennings, showcase their creativity and insights.
From campus happenings to student achievements, get the inside scoop directly from the voices of VSDB.
📖 Read the full newsletter here: https://5il.co/34imq
#VSDBproud #VSDBNewsletter #StudentVoices #CampusLife

🌨️🎶 Thank you to everyone who joined us for VSDB's 'Winter Wonderland' concert at Healy Hall on December 12, 2024! ❄️✨ It was a night filled with beautiful music, festive spirit, and cherished memories. 💙 Warmest wishes for a happy holiday season! 🎄🎤 #VSDBProud
Link to the concert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=maBRfNdRLwo


🎉 Ring in 2025 in style! 🎉
Join the VSDB Foundation for a New Year's Dance Party as we celebrate the 185th Anniversary of the Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind!
🗓 Date: December 31, 2024
⏰ Time: 8 PM
📍 Location: Augusta Expo, Fishersville, VA
🎶 Featuring live music by Soul Expressions
🍽 Heavy hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, party favors, and a champagne toast await!
✨ Tickets: $100 per person (with $70 tax deductible!)
🎟 Reserve your spot now at bit.ly/NYEVSDBF or scan the QR code in the flyer!
💃 Don’t miss this chance to celebrate, dance, and make memories!
#NewYears2025 #DanceParty #VSDBFoundation #Celebrate185Years


On December 9th, students had the opportunity to attend a virtual presentation from Esteban Kovacs, a recruiter from Gallaudet University! He shared valuable information about career paths, programs, and services available at Gallaudet, sparking inspiration for the future. Esteban also highlighted Gallaudet's rich history as the world’s premier university for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students, founded in 1864. As a leader in bilingual education, Gallaudet continues to empower students to achieve their goals and make a difference in the world. A big thank you to Esteban for sharing his time and expertise with us! #GallaudetUniversity #EducationMatters #VSDBproud #GrowDoBecome #VSDBPreparingStudentsForLife



🌟 Student Spotlight!
Kayla Simmons and Brook Mohler showcased their skills by preparing delicious caprese skewers for a catering event with NuBeginning. Hands-on experiences like these are a vital part of their work-study journey, and we couldn’t be prouder of their hard work!


Good Afternoon, VSDB Family and Fans!
A few weeks ago, our Girls' High School Goalball team and one of our Boys' Goalball athletes competed in the U.S. National High School Goalball Championship! They all performed outstandingly throughout the week.
The Girls' team finished the weekend with a 2-2 record, advancing to the first Quarterfinal game. Our Boys' athlete played on a pool team that went 4-3 for the weekend, finishing their gameplay in the Bronze Medal match.
We are thrilled to share that two of our players—Morris Ogden and Amayah Hall—earned spots on the All-American team at the end of the weekend!
Congratulations to everyone on a weekend well spent. We are so #VSDBProud!




