
Michael Diaz-Ramos is from St. Augustine. While attending FSDB, Michael participated in the Dungeons and Dragons Club. He was a student worker in the recreation department where he worked as a pool assistant, as well as in the Cobra Corner, where he earned the Florida SafeStaff certification. Michael attended First Coast Technical College as part of the HVAC program. After graduation, he plans to return to First Coast Technical College to obtain an electrical certification.
Congratulations, Michael!
#ClassOf2025 #FSDBSeniors #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam


Tyler Bernard Bosket is from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. While at FSDB, he was involved in the Dance Troupe and the wrestling team. His favorite memories at FSDB include making new friends. After graduation, he plans on attending college and becoming a car dealer.
Congratulations Tyler!
#ClassOf2025 #FSDBSeniors #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam


Students at the Deaf Elementary School learned about Deaf History Month in April. They had the opportunity to showcase their work during an event that took place on May 2nd.
#FSDBCampusLifeTuesdays


Charlie Kameron Denley is from Starke, FL. While at FSDB, she participated in Art Club and Young Life. Her favorite memories while at FSDB were participating in the Braille Challenge at the Jacksonville Public Library. While living in the dorm, she enjoyed learning American Sign Language from her dorm staff. After graduation, she plans to attend the Career, Technology, and Training Center while taking online college classes.
Congratulations Charlie!
#ClassOf2025 #FSDBSeniors #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam


Dylan Bellorin Santos is from Orlando, Florida, and is graduating with honors. During his time at FSDB, he participated in the basketball, football, and track and field teams. Some of his favorite memories from FSDB include winning championships in football and basketball at the Mason-Dixon tournaments. After graduation, he plans to attend Gallaudet University or SWCD to pursue a career in coaching.
Congratulations Dylan!
#ClassOf2025 #FSDBSeniors #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam


On April 30, Kevin and Mohini's first block class prepared Indian cuisine. They made butter chicken, vegetables, rice pilaf, pita, cucumber, and yogurt raita. The students discussed various spices, traditions, and cultures associated with the dishes. Everyone enjoyed learning and tasting the food. They did an excellent job and worked hard as a team!
#FSDBAcademicMonday


Hello FSDB Families...We are excited to announce that the FSDB Dance Program will perform "Under the Big Top" on Thursday, May 8, at 7:00 p.m. in Kirk Auditorium. Students from both the Blind and Deaf Departments will be participating in this performance.
If you plan to attend in person, please arrive early. Enter the campus through the Genoply Street entrance, which intersects with San Marco Avenue, and proceed to the guardhouse to check in with Campus Police for parking instructions. Remember to bring identification.
We look forward to seeing you there!
If you can't attend, you can watch the livestream of the performance here: https://vimeo.com/event/5111404


Zan’Tonio Cromartie is from Tallahassee, FL. While at FSDB, he participated in Drum Line and Show Choir. He loves making music and listening to old school music with his friends in the dorm. After graduation, Zan’Tonio plans to attend the Career, Technology, and Training Center and to enter the workforce.
Congratulations Zan'Tonio!
#ClassOf2025 #FSDBSeniors #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam


Guadalupe Lee Bazaldua is from Arcadia. While at FSDB, she was involved on the cheerleading team. Her favorite memories include being a cheerleader and spending time with her team and the ESOL staff. After graduation, she plans on becoming a dental assistant.
Congratulations Guadalupe!
#ClassOf2025 #FSDBSeniors #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam


This week, both departments have been extremely busy!
- The Dance Troupe held their musical performance, "Frozen Jr.," for the community on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, along with a private performance during the day on Thursday. To view the photos, click the link shared: https://zenfolio.page.link/EFCHA
- Additionally, on Thursday, May 1, Blind High School hosted its prom at Tringali Barn.
#FSDBRecapSundays



Logan Cake is from Jacksonville, Florida. Logan has earned the title of Valedictorian. While at FSDB, Logan participated in the Student Leadership Council, National Honor Society, Ski Club, Close-Up, Debate Club, Book Club, Young Life, Social Dance Club, and was a student worker in the Cobra Corner. Logan earned 60 credit hours at St. Johns River State College through the dual enrollment program at FSDB, and will graduate with his Associate in Arts degree on May 2. Logan has been accepted into the Honors College at UNF and plans to major in Business Administration.
Congratulations Logan!
#ClassOf2025 #FSDBSeniors #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam


Joselyn Balderas-Aviles is from Haines City, Florida. Some of her favorite memories at FSDB were enjoying art, cooking, and reading stories. After graduation, she plans to return to FSDB to be part of the SOAR program. She also plans to work at a fruit shop.
Congratulations Joselyn!
#ClassOf2025 #FSDBSeniors #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam


To wrap up the 2024-2025 FSDB Athletics season, we are celebrating all the accomplshments our teams and individuals reached this year!
Team Highlights :
- Football: 3A SSAA Champion
- Boys Goalball: National High School Goalball Champion
- Girls Basketball: National Champions - NDIAA Team of the Year Clerc Classic / Mason Dixon Champions and Region Qualifier
- Boys Basketball: Mason Dixon Champion
- Cheer: Region Qualifier, Mason Dixon Champion, and NDCC 3rd Place / Sportsmanship
- Wrestling: Willigan Wrestling’s Individual Team Champion and Team Runner-Up
- Track and Field: Berg & Seeger Girls - 3rd Place
Individual Highlights:
Football:
- Danny Healy, NDIAA Athlete of the Year
- Antawan Wanliss, NDIAA First Team All-American
- Edward Bell, NDIAA Second Team All-American
Goalball:
- Khayree Lofton, Most Outstanding Player and All-American Team
- Addison Allen, All-American Team
- Markiel "MJ" Jordan, Most Outstanding Player and All-American Team
Boys Basketball
- Jonah Abenchuchan, Mason Dixon MVP and All Tournament Team
- Frantz Valbrun, Mason Dixon All Tournament Team
Girls Basketball
- Kayla Debrow, NDIAA Athlete of the Year, NDIAA 1st Team All-American, Clerc Classic and Mason Dixon MVP and All Tournament, Mason Dixon Free Throw Winner, and1,000th rebounds
- Mariska Dize, NDIAA 1st Team All American and Clerc Classic / Mason Dixon All - Tournament
- Hannah Alford, NDIAA Honorable Mention, Clerc Classic / Mason Dixon All - Tournament, Mason Dixon Three-Point Competition Winner and School Record with 15 Assists
- Annabelle Abenchuhan - NDIAA Honorable Mention
- Coach Joy Fraychineaud, NDIAA Coach of the Year
Wrestling
- Joshua Newman, Willigan Wrestling Most Outstanding Wrestler
- Ivan McAlpin, NDIAA 1st Team All-American,113 lbs
- Joss Dagenais, NDIAA Honorable Mention 106 lbs
- Daniel Healy, NDIAA Honorable Mention 144 lbs
- Robert McCullough, NDIAA Honorable Mention 165 lbs
- Coach Dayton Newman, NDIAA Coach of the Year
Cheerleading
- Kavira Vihugho - Mason Dixon Most Valuable Cheer and Jump Contest Winner
NDCC
Track and Field
- Marikel Jordan - Region Qualifier for Long Jump and Triple Jump
- Addison Allen - Region Qualifier for Triple Jump
- Mariska Dize - Region Qualifier for Shot Put and Discus
- Robert Essex - Region Qualifier for Javelin and Javelin School Record with 123''3"
Thank you to all our teachers, staff, coaches, fans, and most importantly, our students for an outstanding year!
#FSDBSportsSaturdays #OneTeamOneHeartbeat #GoDragons





Allan Burgess is from Belview, FL. While at FSDB, Allan participated in the Outta Sight Band and Young Life. One of his favorite memories at FSDB is participating in the school play with BEMS. After graduation, Allan plans to return to FSDB as part of the SOAR program to gain more work experience and job site training.
Congratulations Allan!
#ClassOf2025 #FSDBSeniors #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam


Jalrik Alvarez is from Davenport, Florida. While at FSDB, he was involved in the Drone Club, Robotics Club, Outdoor Club, and the Afterschool Work Program. His favorite memories include the trips he took with the drone and robotics club. After graduation, he plans to return to FSDB to be part of the SOAR program and intern with the Northrop Grumman airplane mechanics program. He then wants to study airplane mechanics and aerospace engineering at Embry Riddle or RIT.
Congratulations Jalrik!
#ClassOf2025 #FSDBSeniors #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam


This is Brenna Freeman, but everyone calls her Ba.
Brenna is a junior in the Deaf Department and has been a student at FSDB since Kindergarten, which is eleven years!
She has many wonderful memories at FSDB, but two that stand out the most are Field Day, which takes place on the last week of elementary school, and being on Eyes Alive News in the fourth grade. She loved going on the water slides with her friends and enjoying snow cones and popcorn during Field Day.
Brenna enjoys science and reading, and she earned a perfect score on her Reading ACT!
We loved watching you grow and thrive at FSDB!
#FSDBGrowingUpAtFSDBFridays #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam


On Thursday, May 1, Blind High School held its prom at Tringali Barn. Students looked amazing, all dressed up, danced under the stars, and enjoyed delicious treats!
To view the photos from the event, click the link shared below:
https://zenfolio.page.link/MHN6Y
#ThisIsFSDB








Malia Bassant is from St. Petersburg, FL. While at FSDB, Malia participated in Show Choir, Show Band, and piano lessons. After graduation, she would like to work at Lighthouse of Pinellas as a childcare assistant while attending Pinellas Technical College to earn her Child Development Associate credential.
Congratulations Malia!
#ClassOf2025 #FSDBSeniors #ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam


Annabelle Abenchuchan is from Jacksonville, Florida. She is graduating with honors as a co-salutatorian. While at FSDB, Annabelle participated in Close-Up, the Dance Troupe, and Junior NAD. She was also a basketball, cheerleading, flag football, track and field, and volleyball team member. Her favorite memories include going on sports trips and performing with the Dance Troupe. After graduation, she plans to attend Gallaudet University to study elementary education, focusing on Deaf Education.
Congratulations Annabelle!
#Classof2025 #FSDBSeniors #ThisIsFSDB #FSDBFam #YouBelongAtFSDB


Our blind high school students are excited for prom night! Follow our social media stories to join in on the fun.
#FSDBTakeoverThursdays
