As an FSDB athlete or fan, what is your favorite sport to play or watch?
#FSDBQuestionOfTheWeek
#FSDBQuestionOfTheWeek
One of the best parts of being President is spending time with our students after the school day ends.
There’s always something exciting happening on campus—boarding program activities, athletics, recreation, clubs, and enrichment opportunities.
This week, I had the joy of joining the Deaf Middle School girls dorm for their beginning-of-the-year “sorting” activity, where students were placed into teams for the year. Our creative boarding program supervisor used cupcakes with hidden food coloring to reveal each student’s team—so clever and fun!
There’s truly nothing better than connecting with our students and staff… and enjoying a cupcake while doing it!
#ThePrezSnowPost
There’s always something exciting happening on campus—boarding program activities, athletics, recreation, clubs, and enrichment opportunities.
This week, I had the joy of joining the Deaf Middle School girls dorm for their beginning-of-the-year “sorting” activity, where students were placed into teams for the year. Our creative boarding program supervisor used cupcakes with hidden food coloring to reveal each student’s team—so clever and fun!
There’s truly nothing better than connecting with our students and staff… and enjoying a cupcake while doing it!
#ThePrezSnowPost
During the first week of cooking in the apartment, Dracob Hunt is preparing spaghetti while Addison Allen is making BLTs.
#FSDBAfterSchoolWednesdays
#FSDBAfterSchoolWednesdays
Hello FSDB Department Families! We are excited to introduce this year's Virtual Community Braille Course, "Let's Braille Together!"
This eight-week virtual beginner class is designed to teach the fundamentals of beginning braille by sight to help you learn just enough to help your child, student, friend or colleague. Students can then decide whether to learn more and take more intense training!
Parents/guardians, educators, and community members involved with children who are
blind/visually impaired (B/VI) are invited to take this course.
Classes start OCTOBER 20 to DECEMBER. 15, 2025
Every Monday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. EST.
To register, please go to the link below:
https://bit.ly/FSDB-Comm-Braille-2025
Questions? Please get in touch with Jennifer Valderrama at valderramaj@fsdbk12.org
Note: These classes are for Florida residents 18 years of age or older. Priority seating is given to Parents of blind or visually impaired children.
Hello FSDB Families! On Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. in the Kirk Auditorium, FSDB Parent University Presents: Student Life Open House!
"What happens when the school day is DONE?"
Come see what the students have to say about it!
During this event, you will learn about after-school activities and have an opportunity to meet the excellent staff working with our students.
Meet Staff From:
• Athletics
• Arts
• Recreation
• Mental Health
• School Clubs
• Dorms
All FSDB families are invited to attend this meeting. Day student families, this means you, too! Please reach out to the appropriate Director of Student Life to make plans for your student to stay after school today. Please RSVP by August 26.
Travel reimbursement is available for this event.
Contacts:
Deaf Department: Mel Goodall | botterbuscm@fsdbk12.org
Blind Department: Marja Wheeler | wheelerm@fsdbk12.org
RSVP:
Please RSVP at the link or QR code:
https://bit.ly/Student-Life-Open-House-Fall-2025
"What happens when the school day is DONE?"
Come see what the students have to say about it!
During this event, you will learn about after-school activities and have an opportunity to meet the excellent staff working with our students.
Meet Staff From:
• Athletics
• Arts
• Recreation
• Mental Health
• School Clubs
• Dorms
All FSDB families are invited to attend this meeting. Day student families, this means you, too! Please reach out to the appropriate Director of Student Life to make plans for your student to stay after school today. Please RSVP by August 26.
Travel reimbursement is available for this event.
Contacts:
Deaf Department: Mel Goodall | botterbuscm@fsdbk12.org
Blind Department: Marja Wheeler | wheelerm@fsdbk12.org
RSVP:
Please RSVP at the link or QR code:
https://bit.ly/Student-Life-Open-House-Fall-2025
In D&B Designs, student managers are learning to communicate with customers via email using a professional salutation, body, and closing.
#FSDBCTETuesdays
#FSDBCTETuesdays
Alessandra French, Mental Health Counselor in Deaf Elementary School, shares her favorite memory below:
" The FIRST thing that came to mind was FIELD DAYS! I first got hired as an elementary teacher, so DES was the department I first joined, and Field Days were the first thing I would call "extra" that I joined in on as a new teacher.
I was on the field day committee for most of my year as a DES teacher before I changed positions, and I LOVED IT. The kids ALL knew what field day meant; it was a tradition to paint shirts with your class the day before. The whole school did it, and it got us all so excited! And then we spent all day outside playing water games, eating popcorn and popsicles and having the BEST time. Some kids graduate who will still say their field day is one of their most incredible memories, and it's one of mine, too! "
#FSDBMemoryMonday
" The FIRST thing that came to mind was FIELD DAYS! I first got hired as an elementary teacher, so DES was the department I first joined, and Field Days were the first thing I would call "extra" that I joined in on as a new teacher.
I was on the field day committee for most of my year as a DES teacher before I changed positions, and I LOVED IT. The kids ALL knew what field day meant; it was a tradition to paint shirts with your class the day before. The whole school did it, and it got us all so excited! And then we spent all day outside playing water games, eating popcorn and popsicles and having the BEST time. Some kids graduate who will still say their field day is one of their most incredible memories, and it's one of mine, too! "
#FSDBMemoryMonday
Congratulations to Maddy Brady on her new position!
Maddy was previously an 8th-grade English and Language Arts teacher and is now the Deaf High School and SOAR English teacher.
She is excited to reconnect with the students she taught in 8th grade and to teach them high-level content.
"We have already begun diving deeply into rhetorical analysis, Beowulf, and research for college success!" Maddy shared.
Originally from Tampa, Florida, Maddy enjoys cooking, working out, and reading books.
While she will miss her Deaf Middle School family, Maddy is looking forward to embracing this new challenge.
Way to go, Maddy!!
#ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam
Maddy was previously an 8th-grade English and Language Arts teacher and is now the Deaf High School and SOAR English teacher.
She is excited to reconnect with the students she taught in 8th grade and to teach them high-level content.
"We have already begun diving deeply into rhetorical analysis, Beowulf, and research for college success!" Maddy shared.
Originally from Tampa, Florida, Maddy enjoys cooking, working out, and reading books.
While she will miss her Deaf Middle School family, Maddy is looking forward to embracing this new challenge.
Way to go, Maddy!!
#ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam
Congratulations to Nicol Lobaczewski on her new position!
Before joining the CTE Department, Nicol was an Instructional Assistant for Deaf Middle School. She is excited to advance her career as a vocational instructor, where she will gain new skills and experiences. Nicol looks forward to working with students, assisting them with career-related questions, and supporting their personal growth.
Nicol would like to clarify that her name is "Nicol," without an "e." Any previous confusion regarding the spelling was not an error. Originally from Chicago, Illinois, she also has family roots in Poland, which she visited this past summer, along with Paris, France.
We are proud of you, Nicol!
#ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam
Before joining the CTE Department, Nicol was an Instructional Assistant for Deaf Middle School. She is excited to advance her career as a vocational instructor, where she will gain new skills and experiences. Nicol looks forward to working with students, assisting them with career-related questions, and supporting their personal growth.
Nicol would like to clarify that her name is "Nicol," without an "e." Any previous confusion regarding the spelling was not an error. Originally from Chicago, Illinois, she also has family roots in Poland, which she visited this past summer, along with Paris, France.
We are proud of you, Nicol!
#ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam
FSDB Families, mark your calendars! Parent Engagement Workshop presents: Power Up For Success, Level Up Your Learning.
This workshop will be on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. EST at the Moore Hall CLD.
We will be covering the following topics:
Pause, Recharge, Play On: Mental Health Matters at FSDB
Level Up Your Access!:
•New Website overview and mobile app introduction
•Using the Portal & Skyward Parent Portal overview
•Decode assessments and progress monitoring
FSDB President Tracie Snow will also Pop-In!
Please remember to RSVP to ensure we have sufficient supplies, lunch! Travel Reimbursement is available for this event.
For more Information and to RSVP, please go to the link below:
https://www.fsdbk12.org/page/parent-engagement-workshops-pew
This workshop will be on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. EST at the Moore Hall CLD.
We will be covering the following topics:
Pause, Recharge, Play On: Mental Health Matters at FSDB
Level Up Your Access!:
•New Website overview and mobile app introduction
•Using the Portal & Skyward Parent Portal overview
•Decode assessments and progress monitoring
FSDB President Tracie Snow will also Pop-In!
Please remember to RSVP to ensure we have sufficient supplies, lunch! Travel Reimbursement is available for this event.
For more Information and to RSVP, please go to the link below:
https://www.fsdbk12.org/page/parent-engagement-workshops-pew
2025-2026 Athletics Tagline Revealed!
FSDB Athletics: A New Year, A Bold New Tagline
We’re ready to kick off another incredible year in FSDB Athletics—and we’re doing it with a powerful new tagline that reflects everything we stand for:
Passion. Pride. Perseverance.
This tagline represents not only our teams, but also our amazing supporters: parents, families, staff, alumni, and community members. Together, we embody the spirit of FSDB.
Passion
Each of us brings heart and energy to every game, match, and meet. Whether you’re competing, coaching, or cheering from the stands, your passion fuels the success of FSDB Athletics.
Pride
Our student-athletes, team members, and coaches wear their uniforms with honor and represent FSDB with spirit and unity. Show your pride—wear our school colors, support our teams, and stand tall. Be a Dragon. Be a Cobra. Be FSDB.
Perseverance
We rise to every challenge. We work hard, push through barriers, and lift each other up—on and off the playing field. No matter the struggle, we stick together and never give up.
Let’s make this year unforgettable. Let’s live our tagline—Passion. Pride. Perseverance.
#PassionPridePerseverance#GoDragons #GoCobras
#FSDBSportsSundays
FSDB Athletics: A New Year, A Bold New Tagline
We’re ready to kick off another incredible year in FSDB Athletics—and we’re doing it with a powerful new tagline that reflects everything we stand for:
Passion. Pride. Perseverance.
This tagline represents not only our teams, but also our amazing supporters: parents, families, staff, alumni, and community members. Together, we embody the spirit of FSDB.
Passion
Each of us brings heart and energy to every game, match, and meet. Whether you’re competing, coaching, or cheering from the stands, your passion fuels the success of FSDB Athletics.
Pride
Our student-athletes, team members, and coaches wear their uniforms with honor and represent FSDB with spirit and unity. Show your pride—wear our school colors, support our teams, and stand tall. Be a Dragon. Be a Cobra. Be FSDB.
Perseverance
We rise to every challenge. We work hard, push through barriers, and lift each other up—on and off the playing field. No matter the struggle, we stick together and never give up.
Let’s make this year unforgettable. Let’s live our tagline—Passion. Pride. Perseverance.
#PassionPridePerseverance#GoDragons #GoCobras
#FSDBSportsSundays
Congratulations to Yeniel Oliveras Muniz, who has recently exited the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind SOAR Program!
#FSDBSOARSaturdays #ThisIsFSDB #FSDBFam
#FSDBSOARSaturdays #ThisIsFSDB #FSDBFam
Every Friday, we will present a "Question of the Week" for students and staff to answer as they quickly pass by the camera.
This week, we’re kicking things off with a fun question for everyone: Please share a fun summer memory you had this past summer!
We love hearing what our students, their families, staff, and community have to share.
#FSDBQuestionOfTheWeek
This week, we’re kicking things off with a fun question for everyone: Please share a fun summer memory you had this past summer!
We love hearing what our students, their families, staff, and community have to share.
#FSDBQuestionOfTheWeek
FSDB welcomed all of the staff on Monday, August 4th, with our mascots, followed by an incredible, motivating presentation from StandTallSteve. On Sunday, August 10th, we welcomed back our students for our annual Family Open House.
Wishing everyone a great start to the school year!
#ThisIsFSDB #ThePrezSnowPost
Wishing everyone a great start to the school year!
#ThisIsFSDB #ThePrezSnowPost
Please join us in welcoming Denise "Dee" Bisch to FSDB!
Prior to joining FSDB, Denise served as the Director of Community Outreach and Hospice Ambassador. She is now working as an instructional assistant in the Deaf Middle School.
Denise is most excited about her new role, where she gets to work with children.
Originally from Knoxville, Tennessee, Denise lived on a boat during her younger years.
She also wanted to express her gratitude, stating that everyone on campus has been incredibly helpful!
We are thrilled to have you with us at FSDB!
#ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam
Prior to joining FSDB, Denise served as the Director of Community Outreach and Hospice Ambassador. She is now working as an instructional assistant in the Deaf Middle School.
Denise is most excited about her new role, where she gets to work with children.
Originally from Knoxville, Tennessee, Denise lived on a boat during her younger years.
She also wanted to express her gratitude, stating that everyone on campus has been incredibly helpful!
We are thrilled to have you with us at FSDB!
#ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam
Welcome, Zora Elliott-Mendelsohn, to FSDB!
Zora recently graduated from college this past May and is ready to be a Social Studies Teacher in the Deaf Middle School.
"I am most excited about the personal growth and rich experiences this new position will bring me," Zora shared.
Originally from Bowie, Maryland, Zora is working on a book, and her biggest dream is to publish it.
Welcome to the FSDB family!
#ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam
Zora recently graduated from college this past May and is ready to be a Social Studies Teacher in the Deaf Middle School.
"I am most excited about the personal growth and rich experiences this new position will bring me," Zora shared.
Originally from Bowie, Maryland, Zora is working on a book, and her biggest dream is to publish it.
Welcome to the FSDB family!
#ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam
Wednesdays are designated as FSDB After Hours Wednesdays! The posts will cover a variety of topics, including recreation, clubs, residential life, and much more.
This past Saturday, August 10, we held our open house for students and their families. During the event, families had the opportunity to meet teachers, tour the dorms, assist their children with moving in, and speak with representatives from various departments.
To view the photos from Open House, click the link shared below:
https://fsdb.zenfolio.com/p940973800
#FSDBAfterHoursWednesdays
This past Saturday, August 10, we held our open house for students and their families. During the event, families had the opportunity to meet teachers, tour the dorms, assist their children with moving in, and speak with representatives from various departments.
To view the photos from Open House, click the link shared below:
https://fsdb.zenfolio.com/p940973800
#FSDBAfterHoursWednesdays
Welcome, Natalie Rivera, to FSDB!
Natalie previously worked as a preschool teacher for three year olds at Treasure Harbor Preschool. She will now be joining Deaf Middle School as an Instructional Assistant.
She is particularly excited about working in an ASL environment.
In her free time, Natalie enjoys spending time with her family, exploring nature, and experimenting with coffee.
As a CODA, both of her parents are alumni of FSDB.
We are thrilled to have you with us at FSDB!
#ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam
Natalie previously worked as a preschool teacher for three year olds at Treasure Harbor Preschool. She will now be joining Deaf Middle School as an Instructional Assistant.
She is particularly excited about working in an ASL environment.
In her free time, Natalie enjoys spending time with her family, exploring nature, and experimenting with coffee.
As a CODA, both of her parents are alumni of FSDB.
We are thrilled to have you with us at FSDB!
#ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam
Welcome, Robin Metallo, to FSDB!
We're thrilled to announce that Robin will be joining us as a 4th-grade teacher at Deaf Elementary. She is looking forward to meeting the staff and becoming a member of the FSDB family.
Robin comes to us from Hillsborough, New Jersey, and has a background in competitive gymnastics.
We are happy to have you as part of our FSDB Family!
#ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam
We're thrilled to announce that Robin will be joining us as a 4th-grade teacher at Deaf Elementary. She is looking forward to meeting the staff and becoming a member of the FSDB family.
Robin comes to us from Hillsborough, New Jersey, and has a background in competitive gymnastics.
We are happy to have you as part of our FSDB Family!
#ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam
Welcome to FSDB, Elizabeth Surber!
Elizabeth Previously worked as an OPS Associate Teacher before becoming an Instructional Assistant in the Deaf Elementary program.
"I look forward to working with children," Elizabeth shared.
Here are some fun facts about Elizabeth: she is from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and enjoys reading books.
We are thrilled to have you as part of our FSDB family!
#ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam
Elizabeth Previously worked as an OPS Associate Teacher before becoming an Instructional Assistant in the Deaf Elementary program.
"I look forward to working with children," Elizabeth shared.
Here are some fun facts about Elizabeth: she is from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and enjoys reading books.
We are thrilled to have you as part of our FSDB family!
#ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam
