Last Thursday, our Dragons football team took victory in the season opener of the 2024-2025 season! To read the recap of the game, click the link below: https://fsdbathletics.org/news/2024/8/30/football-dragons-take-victory-in-season-opener-against-cornerstone-academy.aspx To view the photos from the game, click the link below: https://zenfolio.page.link/4sqdr #FSDBSportsSaturdays #GoDragons #OneTeamOneHeartbeat
12 months ago, FSDB
Photo of FSDB quarterback holding the ball kneeling down next to his teammates on the field.
Today, Friday, September 6, we had our annual Deaf Homecoming parade and Pep Rally. This is the second year that the Homecoming Court was escorted in Jeep Wranglers, which were decorated to match the "Las Vegas" theme this year. We had additions to this year's parade, like the Flagler College Deaf Awareness Club! Thank you to everyone who came out to support our Deaf High School Department and Homecoming Court. We are ready for the big day tomorrow!! To view the photos from Parade & Pep Rally, click on the link below: https://zenfolio.page.link/NNvby #ThisIsFSDB #FSDBHomecoming #Homecoming2024 #LasVegas
12 months ago, FSDB
Two Homecoming Court seniors stand through the roof of a jeep waving.
Homecoming court senior stands through the roof of the jeep smiling and waving.
Two Homecoming court seniors stand through the roof a jeep with big red dices behind them.
Homecoming King and Queen stand through the roof in a jeep with red and white balloons around.
Ivabella Essex is a senior in the Deaf Department. She has been at FSDB for twelve years since the ELC! Her favorite subject is Physical Education. Ivabella's favorite part of her time here was playing sports with her best teammates and coaches. During her sophomore and junior years, her basketball team won the Mason-Dixon Championship two years in a row. "I am so grateful to have had such amazing teammates and coaches! I can't imagine what my sports seasons would have been like without them!" shared Ivabella. One fun fact about Ivabella is that she loves to travel. She has visited 46 states and one country and plans to visit two more soon. "Florida is one of the best states and will always be in my heart!" stated Ivabella. #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam #GrowingUpAtFSDBFridays
12 months ago, FSDB
Green background with two pictures of Ivabella. Left picture shows a young Ivabella and right picture shows what she looks like currently.
Today on campus was absolutely chaotic! It seemed like a circus had come to town with all the vibrant and eccentric costumes and makeup. Some students looked like terrifying clowns, while others appeared comical or even downright adorable. #Homecoming2024 #DHSHomecoming2024 #FSDBHomecoming2024 #ThisIsFSDB
12 months ago, FSDB
Student dressed like a clown with a big red nose and big pink glasses.
Group of students dressed like clowns smiling for a picture inside Pope hallway.
Two students dressed like clowns smile for a picture.
Staff member dressed like a clown ; in a green wig and pink with different color polka dot dress.
Student dressed like a clown in a yellow costume and face painted.
Group of students dressed like clowns pose for a picture inside the hallway.
Two students dressed like clowns pose for a picture.
Student wearing blue short sleeve and clown face painted as he poses for a picture.
Two students have their face painted that looks like a clown.
The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB) will host a job fair to recruit talent for all departments and positions 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 that says "Saturday, September 14, 2024, 9-12pm in Moore Hall CLD.
Viva Las Vegas! Today, the Deaf High School Homecoming is taking over our socials! Don't miss out on the excitement, follow our stories throughout the day! #FSDBTakeoverThursdays
12 months ago, FSDB
Blue background with spotlights shining on Elvis Dragon mascot. Below the dragon says Viva Las Vegas. Above the dragon says "Takeover Thursday, DHS Homecoming"
Today's theme was "Hard Rock/ Dress Like Your Favorite Musician/Performer Day!" It was amazing to see both students and staff dressed up as their favorite rock musicians and performers. The outfits were reminiscent of what you would see at a high-energy rock concert in Las Vegas! #Homecoming2024 #DHSHomecoming2024 #FSDBHomecoming2024 #ThisIsFSDB #HardRock
12 months ago, FSDB
Two students dressed in all black for the "Hard Rock" spirt day smile for a picture outside of Pope.
Group of students dressed for the "Hard Rock" Spirit day smile for a picture inside of Pope hallway.
Student dressed up for the "Hard Rock" spirit day pose for a picture.
Student dressed for the "Hard Rock" spirit day pose for a picture outside of Pope.
Student dressed in all black for the "Hard Rock" spirit day pose for a picture inside the classroom.
Two students dressed in all black for the "Hard Rock" spirit day pose for a picture inside Pope hallway.
Three students dressed in all black for the "Hard Rock" spirit theme pose for a picture inside Pope hallway.
Group of students dressed in the "Hard Rock" spirit theme day pose for a picture inside Pope hallway.
Two students dressed in "Hard Rock" spirit themed pose for a picture inside Pope hallway.
Parent Univesity Presents: "Let's Talk About Fall Fun!" Wednesday, September 11, 2024 4:30 - 6:30 PM @ Moore Hall CLD For Deaf Department Students, Parents, Siblings & Friends During this class, you will learn to communicate about all things Fall! Deaf Department students, families, & friends are invited to learn signs and concepts while having fun! Learn signs for Fall: weather, clothing, activities, food, holidays and much more. Communicating doesn't just mean ASL. We will discuss strategies to use when others around you don't know sign language. All skill levels are welcome and needed. This is a perfect opportunity to learn and play together. RSVP by Sept. 9 to ensure we have sufficient materials and dinner for everyone. RSVP at: https://bit.ly/FSDB-FALL-FUN-2024 Parents must check in at the front gate. Travel reimbursement is available.
12 months ago, FSDB
Let's Talk About Fun – ASL Class Fall 2024 Flyer
Thirty- nine years ago,  FSDB had a homecoming weekend and celebrated the 100th Anniversary of FSDB.  There was a parade, luncheon, Homecoming Queen, courts, and skits. FSDB Booster Club hosted a luncheon before the football game. Homecoming courts on the football field paint showed 100 years old. FSDB football lost the game against St. Joseph Academy, 0-21. #FSDBWayBackWhensday
12 months ago, FSDB
Black and White photo of homecoming king and queen.
Black and White photo of students dancing and performing on stage.
Black and White photo of a student smiling and dancing on stage.
Black and white photo of a homecoming court student sitting on the back of a car waving.
Group of students and staff grabbing their food.
Black and White photo of staff handing students their food.
Black and White photo of homecoming court with their families.
Hello, FSDB Families!!! The first Parent Engagement Workshop for the 2024-25 school year themed "Don't Bottle It Up!" will be held on Friday, September 13, at 9 am at Moore Hall CLD. Details and RSVP information are below. About Childhood has changed over the last several years. This change began long before the pandemic and has had a significant impact on how our children and youth engage with the world. In the book, The Anxious Generation, Jonathan Haidt describes the transition from play-based childhood to phone-based childhood and how ‘safetyism’ blocks the experiences that build resilience in young people. Let the fear and anxiety go away! Find the joy in academics and assessments as we venture through the core memories of the FSDB academic program. This session will provide some highlights from the book and a discussion on how we can support our young people at home and school. President Tracie Snow will POP-IN! and lead an interactive game. RSVP Remember to RSVP by September 10 to ensure we have sufficient supplies, lunch, and cookies! Please RSVP at the following link: https://bit.ly/PEW-SEPT-2024 For more information, contact Misty Porter, FSDB Parent Liasion, at 904-827-2988 or porterm@fsdbk12.org Travel reimbursement is available for this event. All guests must check in at campus police prior to joining us for the workshop.
12 months ago, FSDB
PEW presents Don't Bottle It Up! Flyer.
It's Homecoming week, so it's our Las Vegas Spirit Week! Today's theme was Desert & Cowboy Day; our students and staff rocked it. They showed off their confidence with some fantastic outfits - flannels, cowboy hats, and boots were everywhere you looked. The cowboy style was fully displayed, proving it never goes out of fashion! #Homecoming2024 #DHSHomecoming2024 #FSDBHomecoming2024 #ThisIsFSDB #WildWest
about 1 year ago, FSDB
A student wearing a red flannel and cowboy hat holding peace signs with a teacher wearing a red bandana dress holding peace signs for the picture.
Two students dressed like cowboys pose in the hallway.
A student wearing a white cowboy hat smiling for a picture.
Left to Right: Student wearing jeans and a black shirt that says "Wild West Rodeo" and a cowboy hat, student wearing a light pink colored shirt, and student on right is wearing a cowboy hat with a flannel skirt.
Two students dressed like cowboys posing for a picture in the hallway.
Group of students dressed up like cowboys smiling for a picture with the Las Vegas theme backdrop.
Student wearing a flannel and black cowboy hat smile for his picture outside of Pope.
Two students wearing flannels and dressed up as cowboys smile for their picture together outside of Pope.
McLane Hall has been bustling since the start of the school year. The boys quickly engaged in fall sports, rekindled old friendships, and made new ones. They enjoy social activities in the dorm's game room, including table tennis, foosball, and video games. They already celebrated three student birthdays with pizza, cake, and cupcakes. The boys also take on kitchen responsibilities, from cooking to cleaning, and some even mastered the art of cupcake-making! #FSDBCampusLifeTuesdays
about 1 year ago, FSDB
Group of McLane boys smiling for a picture with their staff inside the dorm.
Welcome Brianna Greene to FSDB! Brianna is a Deaf/ Hard of Hearing ELL Teacher. Her experience has focused on working with the Deaf and Blind with ESOL. "I am most excited about my new position because I have finally achieved my goal of working at FSDB! " shared Brianna. A fun fact about Brianna is her hobby is stand-up comedy! We are so lucky to have you here with us! #ThisisFSDB #FSDBFam #YouBelongAtFSDB
about 1 year ago, FSDB
Brianna wearing a black short sleeve shirt smiling for her picture under trees outside of Moore Hall. White graphic on bottom left says "Brianna Greene, Deaf and Hard of Hearing ELL Teacher"
Happy Labor Day! FSDB wishes everyone a fun, safe and relaxing Labor Day!
about 1 year ago, FSDB
Photo of two staff members smiling for a picture outside of Palm Row. Navy blue circle on bottom right says "Happy Labor Day! Sept 2,2024"
Thursday, August 29th, the entire school had a Positive Behavior Interventions and Support & Character Education (PBIS) in the lobby of Copeland Hall and outside! Some of you may know it as the traditional Ice Cream Social, but we have decided to take a turn and do something different! There were tropical treats such as guava pastries, coconut cake, strawberry cake, and tropical fruit trays with watermelon, strawberries, pineapple, popsicles and TONS of smiles on students' and staff's faces! #FSDBRecapSundays
about 1 year ago, FSDB
Three photos of students outside wearing luau necklaces, shirts, and skirts.
🎉 Homecoming Day Reminder! 🎉 Just a friendly reminder that Homecoming Day is right around the corner! 🎈 📅 Date: September 7th 📍 Locations: Settles Gym, Kirk Auditorium, Usina Field ⏰ Time: Volleyball 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Academic Bowl 2:00 - 3:00 PM; Football - 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM We can’t wait to see you all there for a day full of fun, memories, and school spirit! Don’t forget to wear RED and bring your enthusiasm. Let’s make this Homecoming the best one yet! 🏈🎊 Class & Sports Team Fundraising Booth: Don’t forget to bring cash for the Homecoming Booths! Each class will be hosting fundraisers, so your support is greatly appreciated. Parking Details: Parking will be available near Bryant Hall, Gibbs Hall, Pope Hall, Gore Hall, Knowles Gym, and James Hall. Parking on the grass is not allowed. #FSDBHomecoming2024 #FSDBSportsSaturday
about 1 year ago, FSDB
Graphic shows volleyball & football team in red & gray. Wording in the center of the graphic says "2024 Homecoming, Saturday, September 7, Football, Volleyball. and Academic Bowl.
This is Markeil Jordan (MJ).   MJ is a senior in the Blind High School and has been attending FSDB for four years.   Some of MJ's favorite subjects include Math, Science and History. MJ is a member of the Dance Troupe and plays on the goalball, cheerleading, flag football and track & field teams.   All of MJ's favorite memories are from Homecoming over the years. One year, President Snow brought MJ on stage to do a "Call and Response" chant for all of Blind High School. Another year, MJ dressed up as a wacky clown and did wacky magic tricks.   Fun fact: MJ is a music artist, an advocate, and an influencer.   #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam #GrowingUpAtFSDBFridays
about 1 year ago, FSDB
Green graphic with two photos of Markeil when she first started at FSDB and her currently now.
Today, FSDB PBIS is hosting an exciting Hawaiian Luau Event to promote character education and show appreciation for both students and staff. Join us for live updates throughout the day on our social media stories to be part of the fun! #FSDBTakeoverThursdays
about 1 year ago, FSDB
Background is spotlight lights shining on several photos of students & staff from the PBIS event last year. Above the photos say "Takeover Thursdays, PBIS Celebration"
In 1984, the senior class from the Blind Department hosted a carnival show at FSDB. They organized hayrides, bingo games, bullseye, and more. Meals were also served at the carnival show. It was a fun event. Source: 1984 FSDB yearbook.  #FSDBWayBackWhensday
about 1 year ago, FSDB
Black and White yearbook page of the Blind Department doing carnival events.
Welcome Cathy LaTulipe to FSDB! Cathy will be working in the Advancement Department as the Coordinator of Donor Engagement. Cathy looks forward to connecting with donors and working with all the fantastic faculty and staff. The most exciting part she looks forward to is interacting with the students. "I am thrilled to join the FSDB Family!" shared Cathy. Some fun facts about Cathy include that she was a 1994 Flagler College Graduate from Tallahassee but lived in the mountains of North Carolina for twenty-five years before relocating and was a Park Ranger in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. We are so happy to have you as part of our FSDB Family! #ThisisFSDB #FSDBFam #YouBelongAtFSDB
about 1 year ago, FSDB
Cathy is wearing a pink shirt smiling for the camera under trees outside of Moore Hall. White graphic on bottom left says " Cathy LaTulipe, Coordinator of Donor Engagement".