Please welcome Dale Kinnaman to FSDB! Dale will be working as a maintenance mechanic, mainly doing painting jobs. "I look forward to working on these historic and amazing grounds at FSDB," shared Dale. A fun fact about Dale is that he laughs at his own jokes. Welcome to the FSDB Family!! #ThisisFSDB #FSDBFam #YouBelongAtFSDB
12 months ago, FSDB
Dale is wearing a black plaid short sleeve shirt smiling for his picture outside of Moore Hall. White graphic on bottom left says " Dale Kinnaman, Maintenance Mechanic (Painter).
Welcome Derek Ferguson! Derek will be working as a Blind Middle School Social Studies teacher! Previously, before working at FSDB, he was a Social Studies Instructor (A.P. Human Geography and World History) at Celebration High School and a Social Studies Instructor (A.P. Modern World History, Dual Enrollment U.S. History, Rhokappa founder and advisor) at St. Joesph Academy. "I am most excited about giving back to a school community that empowered me for success and inspiring fellow students with visual disabilities to do more, be more and achieve more." shared Derek. Derek was born in Sarasota, Florida and lived in Homosassa, Florida, through 6th grade. He then moved to Saint Augustine so he could attend FSDB. Derek's twin brother also attended FSDB, and his mother worked at the school. Some fun facts about Derek: - He lived in France for one summer and enjoyed trying new restaurants. - He is a licensed tour guide in Saint Augustine. - He is an active liturgical minister in the local community. He finds fulfillment in serving others. Welcome back to FSDB! We are so happy to have you here! #FSDBFam #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB
12 months ago, FSDB
Derek wearing a navy FSDB collar shirt with navy FSDB lanyard smiling for a picture outside the Moore Hall building. White graphic on bottom left says " Derek Ferguson, BEMS Social Studies Teacher"
Say Hello to Tracie C. Snow, our FSDB President! Tracie started working at FSDB in the fall of 1995. She worked many positions before before working as FSDB President. Listed Below are the positions she worked, from first to current: Classroom teacher for the Deaf Department (High School Special Needs, Middle School & 2nd Grade) Reading Specialist Director of Curriculum and Professional Development Adminstrator of Instructional Services FSDB President Tracie has also worked as Jr. NAD sponsor, Student Concil sponsor, interpreter, Assistant Cross Country Coach, and FSDB's first girls soccer coach! Traice's husband, David Snow, was first hired at FSDB, then she was hired right before school started that fall. "We did not know how lucky we were to start our career journey here" shared Tracie. She shared that FSDB is unique because we are the only school of our kind in Florida, and the largest school in the nation serving both students who are deaf/hard of hearing, blind/visually impaired, and deafblind. "The students, staff, and families make us unique and special" stated Tracie. Tracie has thirty years worth of memories at FSDB, which makes it challenging to choose one. She has loved her time as a teacher, coach, leader, co-worker, and parent. When Tracie is not at work, she loves spending time with her family, cooking, gardening, and crafting. She also wanted to share that her favorite color is Glitter! FSDB loves you, Tracie!   #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam #GrowingUpAtFSDBFridays
12 months ago, FSDB
Left photo is young Tracie when she started at FSDB and right photo is what Tracie looks like now. Background is green colored with the "Growing Up at FSDB" logo that consists of green spotlight logo.
Today, our Deaf Elementary School Assistant Principal, Jessica Waldbillig, is taking over our social media. Check out our stories to see a day in the life of our DES Assistant Principal! #FSDBTakeOverThursdays
12 months ago, FSDB
Jessica dressed like a rock star using a broom as her guitar with a student dressed like a rock star next to her. Above the picture says "Takeover Thursdays- Jessica Waldbillig, DES Assistant Principal"
Welcome Daniel Villa to FSDB! Daniel will be working with the Rhyne Hall High School Deaf Boys. He is looking forward to being back at FSDB and working with the fantastic campus staff! Some fun facts about him are that he loves hiking, outdoor activities, gaming, and sports. We are so happy to have you here at FSDB with us! #ThisisFSDB #FSDBFam #YouBelongAtFSDB
12 months ago, FSDB
Daniel in an orange with brown collar shirt smile for a picture outside of Moore Hall. White graphic on bottom left says "Daniel Villa, Residential Instructor for Rhyne Hall"
Then & Now: Top Photo taken in the 1980's Bottom Photo taken in 2020 Shows the changes that took place over the years. Credit goes to Jamie McElfresh, Museum Staff. #FSDBHistory #FSDBWayBackWhensday
12 months ago, FSDB
Top Photo: Black and White Photo of DL in the 1980s. Bottom photo is a colored photo of what the DL look like now.
Our FSDB Elementary Dance Program is in full swing! #FSDBCampusLifeTuesdays
12 months ago, FSDB
Student dressed in a ballet black leotard smile for the picture.
Student dressed in black ballet leotard and tights practice ballet on stage in Kirk.
Student in black ballet leotard look at the teacher she she practices ballet on stage in Kirk.
Last week in our Culinary Arts class, students learned to cure salmon and made delicious gravlax served on pumpernickel with homemade lemon-dill aïoli. Yummy! #FSDBAcademicMondays
12 months ago, FSDB
Group of students wearing white and red chef hats and aprons smiling in the kitchen with the salmon placed in the middle of them.
Close- Up photo of salmon being clean and cooked.
Photo of two students wearing red chef hats and aprons smiling with the outcome of the meal they cooked.
Photo of student dressed in white chef hat and apron smiling with the pumpernickel and salmon on the table in the kitchen .
Recap of last week's Deaf High School Homecoming: The theme for this year's homecoming was Las Vegas. Spirit Days included Cowboys & Desert, Hard Rock, Circus, and Red & White themes. On Thursday, there was a Skit/Coronation Night and Homecoming Dance. The school held its annual parade on Friday, where the whole school came together to support the Deaf High School Department. Each class walked with their banners, accompanied by cheerleaders, staff members on motorcycles, the Deaf Awareness Club from Flagler College, and the Homecoming Court in Jeeps. After the parade, a Pep Rally was held in Settles Gym, introducing each fall sports team and organizing fun games for the entire school. On Saturday, the FSDB Volleyball team played against Tennessee School for the Deaf and Louisiana School for the Deaf, winning both games. The Academic Bowl team also competed against alumni, and later that night, the Varsity Football team played against Tennessee School for the Deaf, emerging victorious. It was wonderful to see the support from alumni, staff, students, and the wider community at FSDB. Thanks for a fantastic Homecoming, and we're looking forward to next year! #FSDBHomecoming2024 #Homecoming2024 #FSDBRecapSunday
12 months ago, FSDB
Four Photo Collage of Deaf Homecoming Events that happened last week. Top right is a photo of a student in a FSDB Varsity jacket holding a white board that says "Dragon". Top Left is a photo of Dragon mascot riding a motorcycle. Bottom Right is a photo of a volleyball player holding her hands up to throw the ball over the net. Bottom Left is a photo of Homecoming King dressed in Football uniform and Homecoming Queen wearing red shirt and white skirt, both signing "butterfly".
Last weekend, we had our Homecoming celebration with volleyball games & football games. Our Varsity Girl Volleyball won both games vs Lousiana School for the Deaf and Tennessee School for the Deaf. Our Boy's Football team won against Tennessee School for the Deaf. To view the photos from the football game, click the link below: https://zenfolio.page.link/AiTwk To view the photos from the volleyball game, click the link below: https://zenfolio.page.link/QF4j1 #GoDragons #Homecoming2024 #FSDBHomecoming2024 #OneTeamOneHeartbeat #FSDBSportsSaturdays
12 months ago, FSDB
Above photo is a football player with number 14 jersey running with the ball. Bottom photo is two volleyball players smiling for a picture.
Karen Newton is the Assistant Principal of the Deaf Middle School. Since 2007, she has been at FSDB. Before becoming the Assistant Principal, she was a 7th-grade Social Studies & Science teacher, Varsity soccer coach, 7th-grade ELA teacher and 8th-grade ELA teacher. Growing up, Karen always knew she wanted to become a teacher. Her Mom was an educator, and she has always loved kids. Her 4th-grade teacher taught her class the pledge in ASL, and that was when her interest grew.  Karen attended the University of North Florida and knew that FSDB was magical from her practicum experience. " FSDB is amazing in its quality of care and services for students. Every day has a purpose. The people and the place are gorgeous!" shared Karen. One of her favorite memories at FSDB was meeting her husband here! She also loves her memories of being in the classroom with her students. A fun fact about Karen is that she loves to visit national parks and has a goal of visiting every single one! #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam #GrowingUpAtFSDBFridays
12 months ago, FSDB
Left photo is young Karen and right photo is what Karen looks like now.
Hello! Are you interested in learning American Sign Language (ASL)? FSDB welcomes community members and business partners to register for our Free Community Education American Sign Language Classes offered on campus for over eight weeks from September to November 2024. The classes will be face-to-face and it will be held on Thursday evenings from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. EST. Class Dates: - Sept. 26, 2024 - Oct. 3, 2024 - Oct. 10, 2024 - Oct. 17, 2024 - Oct. 24, 2024 - Oct. 31, 2024 - Nov. 7, 2024 - Nov. 14, 2024 - Nov. 21, 2024 Registration is required and will be limited to 25 participants. Each individual must register with their email address. Participants must check in at the FSDB Police guard house using a valid form of identification to enter the campus building. To Register, please click the link below: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/5txaxw5/lp/c13f64b2-2306-4b1e-b976-611ed6470ef2
12 months ago, FSDB
Photo of ASL Instructor teaching her class ASL. Below the photo is wording in white that says "Free Community Education ASL Class, Register Now, Starts September 26th"
Don't forget to tune in to our stories today for a fascinating look at the history of FSDB! #FSDBTakeoverThursday
12 months ago, FSDB
Blue stage lights shining on a picture of the inside of the museum and a staff member who works in the museum. Above the picture says "Takeover Thursdays, FSDB Museum"
Want to be a part of the FSDB Family? We are looking for an Executive Director of Mental Health. If that's you, click the link below to learn more and apply. If you know someone who would be interested, please share! https://jobs.myflorida.com/job/ST-AUGUSTINE-EXECUTIVE-DIRECTOR-OF-MENTAL-HEALTH-48008299-1-FL-32084/1211914800/
12 months ago, FSDB
Graphic that has the FSDB logo with dragon and cobra on top. Below says "Now Hiring! Join our team. Executive Director of Mental Health"
The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB) will host a job fair to recruit talent for all departments and positions this Saturday, September 14, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. The event will be in Moore Hall on the FSDB campus in historic St. Augustine and is open to the public. Join us to learn about employment opportunities! FSDB is a state of Florida agency and a major employer in St. Johns County that offers many challenging and rewarding career opportunities. For more information about current openings and benefits, visit www.fsdbk12.org/careers
12 months ago, FSDB
FSDB Job Fair graphic says "Saturday, September 14,2024, 9 a.m-12 p.m. in Moore Hall, CLD.
In 1977, Blind students participated in the Orchestra Club, where they learned to play music and gave performances at FSDB. Some of the instruments they played were drums, flutes, horns, violins, and piano. Source:  FSDB Museum #FSDBWayBackWhenensday
12 months ago, FSDB
Black and White photo of the Orchestra club back in 1977.
Residential Supervisor Joann Janson, from Gregg Hall, teaches student Janiya how to put their new furniture together. Great work! #FSDBCampusLifeTuesdays #ThisIsFSDB
12 months ago, FSDB
Joann helping assist student putting furniture together inside the dorm.
Welcome Ashley Moceri to FSDB! Ashley will be working as a Speech-Language Pathologist! She has worked as a Speech-Language Pathologist for nine years and looks forward to continuing her career with FSDB! She also looks forward to being part of the FSDB team, expanding her horizons in ASL, and helping students with visual impairments. Some fun facts about Ashley are that she has been to nine U.S. national parks and nineteen U.S. states. Not only does she enjoy traveling, but she also enjoys baking, gardening, running, painting, reading and spending time with her pets. We are so happy you are here with us at FSDB! #ThisisFSDB #FSDBFam #YouBelongAtFSDB
12 months ago, FSDB
Ashley is wearing a black tank top with black cardigan smiling for the camera outside of Moore Hall. White graphic on bottom left says "Ashley Moceri, Speech- Language Pathologist"
Teddy practiced using his cane while assisting with the setup for the PBIS Luau on August 29. Thank you for your help, Teddy! #FSDBAcademicMondays #ThisIsFSDB #O&M
12 months ago, FSDB
Teddy is smiling and holding the "Aloha" sign inside the hallway.
The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB) will host a job fair to recruit talent for all departments and positions this Saturday, September 14, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. The event will be in Moore Hall on the FSDB campus in historic St. Augustine and is open to the public. Join us to learn about employment opportunities! FSDB is a state of Florida agency and a major employer in St. Johns County that offers many challenging and rewarding career opportunities. For more information about current openings and benefits, visit www.fsdbk12.org/careers
12 months ago, FSDB
FSDB Job Fair graphic says "Saturday, September 14,2024, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Moore Hall, CLD"