Today, Blind High School will take control of our social media pages to share their exciting homecoming celebration! We’ll post highlights, activities, and behind-the-scenes moments from the festivities throughout the day.
#FSDBTakeoverThursdays
On the 1974 Blind Homecoming Weekend, the Homecoming Queen was Mary Tyson, and the escort was Robin Tate. Blind Department Principal Walter Davis crowned the queen.
#FSDBWayBackWhensday
Welcome to FSDB, Caitlyn D'Angelo!
Caitlyn will be working as a Deaf Elementary Teacher at DES.
She is incredibly excited about working at FSDB because it feels like coming full circle. She is returning to her childhood school, which shaped her into who she is today, and now she has the chance to give back to the community that helped her grow.
"I'm passionate about teaching ASL, and I am excited to teach ASL to young students, which will support and benefit them for a lifetime!" shared Caitlyn
One fun fact about her is that she loves traveling and taking photos!
We are so happy to have you back at FSDB!
#ThisIsFSDB #FSDBFam #YouBelongAtFSDB
Welcome to FSDB, Homero Gadea!
Homero will be working as a Behavioral Program Associate at Transportation.
His previous position was OPS Language Facilitator.
"I am excited to work with children of different ages and learn sign language," said Homero.
One fun fact about Homero is that he had always wanted to be an FBI agent when he was a little boy.
We are so thrilled to have you here with us at FSDB!
#ThisIsFSDB #FSDBFam #YouBelongAtFSDB
On Wednesdays, students in the Elementary Dance Program attend Tap class after school, where they engage in exciting dance lessons and develop their skills with confidence.
#FSDBCampusLifeTuesdays
- Janelle Berry, Brandon Call, and Delia Lozano went to the ASLTA conference in Rochester, New York. They learned ASL assessments, structures, and research. What stood out the most was Brandon's closing keynote presentation. We are proud of Brandon for delivering an impactful message related to ASL and Science.
- 2nd Grade students in Deaf Elementary learned about voting this week. They had a STEM lesson about which house was stronger.
- Deaf High School Forensic science class just wrapped up the final lab for their crime report on DNA electrophoresis.
#FSDBRecapSunday
We want to recognize our seniors on the football and cheerleading teams in honor of the fall sports team wrapping up soon. Congratulations to every one of you; we will deeply miss you!
#FSDBSportsSaturday
This is Missy Kaler.
Missy started at FSDB as an 8th grader in 1980, and graduated in 1985. She graduated from Gallaudet University in 1992. She went to Alaska to learned that she did not like the job so she returned home to Florida. Her mother encouraged Missy to go back to FSDB and give back to the community as she had great memories there.
Missy started her career at FSDB in 1993 as a bus chaperone. Then, she became a teacher's assistant in Deaf Elementary Department. While a teacher's aide, she had the opportunity to go back to college to get her teachers certification, and Master's in Special Education. Missy then became a teacher in the Deaf Middle School Department. While teaching DMS, she got her 2nd masters in school counseling. In full circle, she is now in Deaf High School as a School Counselor.
"FSDB has been my home for the last thirty years. I have a few more years until I offically retired" shared Missy.
Missy wanted to become a park ranger, work in recreation or a travel guide. However, she decided to give a try and work at FSDB. It turned out she really liked working in the education system. She loves teaching, helping, and working with the students.
Missy had so many great memories as a student with classmates in class and outside of class. As a freshman living in Koger Hall was a fun year for her. Her favorite club was Canoe Club. They were able to go on canoe trips to the beautiful waterways in Ocala with Mr. OJA. Another fun memory was being part of JR. NAD.
Missy and her partner love to travel the world. They have been to Bora Bora to swim with sharks, explored Costa Rica and spotted a sloth, explored the Galapagos and greeted by many friendly sea lions. They also hiked the Inca Trail and saw the beauty of Machu Picchu in Peru, and explored Bali where they saw many many bats flying in the sky. Their next trip will be in Europe. They have a goal to see the world and then travel in an RV to see all of United States.
We are so happy you choose to come back here to FSDB!
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Welcome to FSDB, Lavetta Davis!
Lavetta will be working as a Food Service Support worker.
"I am so excited for this opportunity and meeting new people," said Lavetta.
Before FSDB, her previous position was housekeeping.
One fun fact about Lavetta is that she loves giving back blessings to others.
We are so excited to have you here, Lavetta!
#FSDBFam #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB
Our Deaf Middle School Assistant Principal, Karen Newton, will take over our socials today! Check out our stories for some fun content from Karen and Deaf Middle School!
#FSDBTakeoverThursdays
In 1986, FSDB Deaf and Blind Dance Troupe students went to the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
FSDB students performed on stage to recognize Ray Charles for receiving the awards. FSDB students met the legendary singer Stevie Wonder and Quincy Jones, a legendary music producer, with the students. Quincy Jones recently passed away.
Source: FSDB Museum.
#FSDBWayBackWhenesday
Cary White has been working on persevering and improving their success skills this month. Our students learned how to set goals for themselves, and we conveyed what determination looks like when the going gets tough. Each of them did their best and felt great about their achievements this school year so far.
#FSDBCampusLifeWednesday
Deaf Middle School went to the planetarium to apply what students had learned in my science classes. They have been learning about outer space and the Earth-Moon-Sun system. The lesson was on Solar and Lunar eclipses. They learned that solar and lunar eclipses are different. They get to see the total solar eclipse and how dark it got when the sun reached totality. They also saw how the moon turned red during the total lunar eclipse.
What a great experience!
#FSDBAcademicMonday
The Blind and Deaf Elementary School had their annual Vocabulary Showcase on Thursday, October 31.
This is a fun way for our students to expand their vocabulary while dressing up in costumes for Halloween!
To view the photos from the event, click on the link below:
https://zenfolio.page.link/U289A
#FSDBRecapSunday
Last Thursday, the Cross Country team hosted their first "Spooktacular Halloween," which was successful! The route was decorated with decorations, and the runners even had a surprise guest at the finish line: Ghostface!
#FSDBSportsSaturday #OneTeamOneHeartbeat
This is Patrick Turnage.
Patrick attended FSDB in 1989 as a 2nd grader and graduated in 2001.
Patrick had so many great memories as a student that it was hard for him to choose one, but he shared that his friends and his sense of friendship made all his memories stand out.
His plan was not to come back and work at FSDB, but fate brought him back, and he realized it was an opportunity to give back to the students and acknowledge all the teachers, mentors, dorm staff, and friends who gave so much of themselves.
"It feels right to honor their spirit and their memories by sharing my knowledge and experience to ensure they have the best experience and opportunity to learn and grow." shared Patrick.
Patrick started working at FSDB in 2013 as an Assistive Technology Specialist, then as an Assistive Technology Coordinator, and now as a Senior Network Systems Analyst.
Some of his best memories as an employee include the times that he is working directly with the students. He enjoys hearing the stories they share with him because they are usually the same unique experiences he had as a student.
A fun fact about Patrick is that he considers himself a blend of the arts and the sciences.
We are so glad you are part of the FSDB Family!
#FSDBFam #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB
Happy Halloween!
Follow our stories today to see our students and staff's festive celebrations and creative costumes!
#FSDBTakeoverThursdays
Ms. Willie McLane was a long-time dorm teacher and sewing teacher standing with the blind students in front of the old Walker Hall. The ramp that the students are standing at leads them to McLane Hall. At that time, Deaf and Blind girls lived there, but now it is used for Deaf Middle School Boys. McLane Hall is named after her.
This photo was taken in the 1930's.
Source: FSDB Museum
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The tradition continues.
Every year, the Deaf Awareness Club works with FSDB to host trick-or-treat in the dorms of Ponce at Flagler College.
Students and staff dressed in various costumes, from superheroes to princesses to animals and so much more!
#FSDBCampusLifeTuesday
Mr. Keller and Ms. Jensen hosted the first of three math tournaments this year on October 25 during Fang Time. Around 50 students from BHS and BEMS participated and competed. The first round last week featured the 24-game and Adsumudi.
#FSDBAcademicMonday
