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!
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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
FSDB Canoe Club was founded in 1968 by head sponsor Norman Oja, as shown in the first photo.
The Canoe Club has been running from 1968 to 1997. Many students and staff participated in the club. Once a month, they would go to Ocala Trail, Suwannee River, and other places. During the winter months, they would hike on trails all day instead of canoeing. On the weekends, they would canoe, cook dinner, and camp on the sites.
Many Alumni thanked Mr. Oja for being part of the club, as they learned so much from him. As of today, those alumni are still canoeing and hiking on the trails.
Mr. Oja retired from FSDB in 1988, and Mr. Brent Sendler took his place and continued with Canoe Club until 1997.
Credit: FSDB Museum
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Early Learning Center DHH had a Spring Fling event where they invited their families to be part of field day and lead the kids through sports, games, and crafts.
#FSDBCampusLifeTuesdays
On April 25, 2025, Blind Middle School had an Earth Day celebration outside under the pavilion behind the Gibbs building.
Middle School Science, PBis, and volunteers brought this cross-curriculum lesson to them. Students learned about the mental health benefits of eating a healthy diet, how to grow a family-size vegetable garden, explored herbs, and had a science lesson on Responsible Decision Making in food cultivation.
#FSDBAcademicMondays #FSDBEarthDay
On Thursday, April 24, Deaf High School had its prom at Tringali Barn. Students looked amazing in their dresses and suits. The food was great. It was a night to remember!
To view the photos from the event, click on the link shared below:
https://zenfolio.page.link/y3Wcb
#ThisIsFSDB
This week has been quite eventful in our Deaf Department:
- On Thursday, April 24, DHS held its prom at Tringali Barn.
- The Deaf Department concluded the celebration of Deaf History Month with an ASL Parade and ASL workshops with ASL Performer "JJ" Mime on Wednesday, April 23.
- On Tuesday, April 22, the Deaf Seniors enjoyed their senior trip to Universal Studios.
#FSDBRecapSundays
Mark your calendars! The 62nd Annual FSDB Athletics Awards will take place on May 15, 2025, at 6:00 PM.
#FSDBSportsSaturdays #GoDragons #GoCobras #OneTeamOneHeartbeat
This is Wendy Pinkston, a Blind Middle School Math Teacher.
Wendy started her FSDB career in 1995. She had different positions within FSDB: Senior Residential Instructor, girls' Middle School Basketball coach, Assistant girls' Goalball coach, and Head Track & Field coach.
Wendy grew up around the school because her mom was a residential instructor in the deaf department.
"Working at FSDB feels like being a part of a family," shares Wendy.
A favorite memory here at FSDB includes being recognized twice by her peers as a teacher of the year.
One fun fact about Wendy is that she enjoys visiting different sports venues like Wrigley Field (Chicago Cubs), AT&T Stadium (Dallas Cowboys), and Cameron Indoor Stadium (Duke Blue Devils).
We love having you as part of our FSDB Family!
#FSDBGrowingUpAtFSDBFridays #YouBelongAtFSDB #ThisIsFSDB #FSDBFam
SAVE THE DATE!
Join us for the 62nd Annual FSDB Athletics Awards on May 15, 2025, starting at 6 p.m.
If you are unable to attend in person, you can watch the event via our livestream, available at the following link: https://vimeo.com/event/4276596
#OneTeamOneHeartbeat #GoDragons #GoCobras #FSDB
Deaf High School's prom is tonight! Be sure to check our stories to join in on the fun!
#FSDBTakeoverThursdays
FSDB students with Alica Keys (notable musician) sang and signed a tribute song to Ray Charles at Super Bowl XXXIX in Jacksonville, Florida, in February 2005.
The Lead ASL signer was Priscilla Abenchuchan, along with Alica Keys. It was on a nationwide TV show before the football game.
The football game results were New England Patriots 24 and Philadelphia Eagles 21.
Credit: FSDB Museum
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Are you ready to become a vital part of the FSDB Family? We’re searching for our new Assistant Principal of Student Services for our Deaf High School! Click the link below to discover more about this exciting opportunity and submit your application. Do you know someone who would be a great fit? Please share this message! https://www.fsdbk12.org/page/careers
On April 7, BES families celebrated the last Family Reading Night of the Year. It was a special time as we welcomed former members back, said goodbye to the longest-standing member as she prepares for Middle School, and welcomed a new family. We read the story Knuffle Bunny by Mo Willems. Then, I made bunny crafts and rabbits in race cars. Next, we played bunny games and ended the night with a Beeper Easter Egg Hunt. played pin the tail on the bunny and tossed the bunny.
#FSDBCampusLifeTuesdays
ASL Level 2 Classes for FSDB Parents and Guardians start on Thursday! There is still time to sign up. Click here to register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SPY8ZKM
Dates: April 24, May 1, May 8, and May 22, 2025
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Location: Moore Hall, CLD
Parents must check in at the front gate. Travel reimbursement is available.
Join us on May 9, 2025, at 9 a.m., for our final Parent Engagement Workshop of the 2024-25 school year, "Keep Kids Learning All Summer Long." All FSDB families are invited! Topics to be covered are:
• Fun with Literacy
• Mental Health and Community Connections
• Parent FAST Portal
• Online Safety and Digital Citizenship
Please RSVP by May 7, 2025, to ensure we have sufficient supplies, lunch and cookies. Travel reimbursement is available for this event. Click the link below to RSVP.
https://bit.ly/FSDB-PEW-MAY-9
Deaf High School offers Digital Media/Multimedia Design for students. They learn and apply their knowledge of Adobe Software and can earn certifications in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and more.
Recently, two students in Deaf High School, Nauvoo and Kyra, passed the Photoshop Certification test for the Industry Scholar designation on their diploma!
Congratulations!
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