To view the photos from the kindergarten graduation, click the link below: https://fsdb.zenfolio.com/p613080958
#ThisIsFSDB #ClassOf2026
📍 Location
Moore Hall, CLD Meeting Room
📅 Date
Thursday, May 21, 2026
⏰ Time
8:30 a.m. – Regular Board Meeting (CLD Meeting Room)
Maely will travel to Los Angeles, California, June 25–27, to compete against the top 10 Braille Challenge contestants from around the globe during the 2026 Braille Challenge Finals.
Now in its 26th year, the Braille Challenge Finals will be held at the University of Southern California (USC) and will bring together exceptional students for a three-day celebration featuring testing, workshops, student events, and special programming for families and educators.
We are incredibly proud of Maely’s hard work, dedication, and achievement. Join us in cheering her on as she represents FSDB on the global stage! 💙👏
#FSDBProud #BrailleChallenge #BrailleChampions #StudentSuccess #GlobalFinalist #AccessibilityMatters #ThisIsFSDB
Here are the important details to keep in mind:
• All students will be dismissed today, Friday, May 8, at 2:05 p.m.
• There will be no classes on Monday, May 11.
• SHOW Bus students will be picked up on Monday, May 11, at their regular pick-up time.
• Classes will resume on Tuesday, May 12.
Wishing everyone a safe, restful and Happy Mother's Day weekend!
Adventure awaits in Florida’s oldest city! 🏕️ Summer Quest is an overnight camp where kids who are Blind/ Visually Impaired, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, or Deafblind come together for fun, friendship, and growth.
☀️ Days are packed with Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) activities.
🌙 Evenings are filled with recreational and social experiences.
⚠️ Application Deadline: April 24, 2026 — Don’t miss your spot!
📅 Camp Dates
• June 7–12, 2026 — Ages 8–12
• June 14–19, 2026 — Ages 13–17
✅ Who Can Attend?
• Non-enrolled FSDB Students
• Blind/Visually Impaired
• Deaf/Hard of Hearing
• Deafblind (dual-sensory)
• 8-17 year olds
• Florida resident
👉 Apply NOW before the April 24 deadline — spots are limited!
Learn more and download your application at the link below:
https://www.fsdbk12.org/page/summer-quest
Congratulations to everyone!
#ThisIsFSDB
🎶 Don't miss a moment — click the link for the full lineup, livestream, and program book! https://www.fsdbk12.org/article/2822826
#ThisIsFSDB
📌 NOW HIRING: Director of Accounting
Lead with Purpose. Serve with Impact.
We’re looking for an experienced accounting leader to join our mission-driven team — on-campus in historic St. Augustine.
✅ Leadership role reporting to the Comptroller
✅ Governmental accounting environment
✅ Work that supports students & public trust
Apply today! 👇
https://jobs.myflorida.com/job/ST-AUGUSTINE-DIRECTOR-OF-ACCOUNTING-48008438-1-1-FL-32084/1378713300/
#YouBelongHere #NowHiring #AccountingJobs #FloridaJobs #EducationCareers #FSDB
FSDB Families and Students...we wanted to send a friendly reminder that this weekend is a Long Weekend due to the Easter Holiday.
Here are the important details to keep in mind:
• All students will be dismissed tomorrow, Friday, April 3, at 2:05 p.m.
• There will be no classes on Monday, April 6.
• SHOW Bus students will be picked up on Monday, April 6, at their regular pick-up time.
• Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 7.
Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and restful long weekend!
FSDB Families and Students...we wanted to send a friendly reminder that this weekend is a Long Weekend due to the Easter Holiday.
Here are the important details to keep in mind:
All students will be dismissed tomorrow, Friday, April 3, at 2:05 p.m.
There will be no classes on Monday, April 6.
SHOW Bus students will be picked up on Monday, April 6, at their regular pick-up time.
Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 7.
Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and restful long weekend!
📍 Location
Moore Hall, CLD Meeting Room and Room 215
📅 Date
Friday, April 10, 2026
⏰ Time
8:30 a.m. – Enrollment Committee Meeting (Room 215)
9:15 a.m. – Endowment Committee Meeting (Room 215)
10:15 a.m. – Regular Board Meeting (CLD Meeting Room)
The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB) invites you to its upcoming career fair, where talented individuals can explore exciting opportunities across all departments. Join us on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in Moore Hall on the FSDB campus in the heart of historic St. Augustine. The event is open to the public — all are welcome!
As a state of Florida agency and one of St. Johns County’s most respected employers, FSDB offers a wide range of meaningful, challenging, and rewarding career paths where you can make a real difference in the lives of students.
We hope to see you there! To explore current job openings and learn about our outstanding benefits, visit www.fsdbk12.org/careers.
📣 FSDB Families — don’t miss our FINAL Parent Engagement Workshop of the 2025-26 school year! 🎉
📅 May 1, 2025
🕘 9:00 AM
📍 Moore Hall, CLD
📚 What’s on the agenda:
💻 Tech Talk – " Parental Controls Made Simple: Keeping Kids Safe Online"
🛡️ Safe Connections – "Preventing Bullying and Building Respect"
➕ Math Matters – "Making Numbers Work for Your Child's Success"
⭐ Featuring a President Pop-In! – FSDB President Tracie Snow will pop in and lead a live interactive activity — you won’t want to miss it!
📌 RSVP by April 29 — spots are limited! Lunch is provided & travel reimbursement is available.
👇 Register now:
https://bit.ly/PEW-May-01-2026
📣 Parent University Presents: The Bird and The Bees — April 30, 2026!
FSDB Families...join us in Moore Hall CLD at 10:00 AM for a workshop covering puberty, body changes, hygiene, mental health, emotional development, and healthy boundaries — plus department-specific breakouts for Deaf/Hard of Hearing and Blind/Visually Impaired families.
📅 RSVP by April 28 (registration link below)
💰 Travel reimbursement available. Note: Many parents are planning to attend the Blind Elementary School production of Madagascar KIDS at 2:00 p.m., and seats will be reserved for parents participating in this class.
Click the following link for more information and to register for the class!
https://bit.ly/FSDB-Parent-U-Birds-Bees-2026
📣 Attention FSDB Families!
It’s that time of year — physicals & heart screenings are required for all student-athletes for the 2026–2027 school year.
📅 Physical Exam Dates (FREE, in partnership with Mayo Clinic):
• April 14 | 3:00–6:30 PM — Spring sports & high school athletes
• May 5 | 3:00–6:30 PM — 5th grade, middle school & make-ups
❤️ NEW this year: Florida’s Second Chance Act requires all high school athletes to complete a FREE ECG/EKG heart screening before participating. We’re partnering with Who We Play For to offer screenings on the same days!
Required forms: EL1 (ECG), EL2 (Physical), EL3 (Consent) — submit to the Athletic Dept by April 9 or May 1.
Questions? Contact us at 904-325-9317 or email tallentm@fsdbk12.org or jonesn@fsdbk12.org.
To learn more and download forms, visit: https://fsdbathletics.org/sports/2026/3/3/2026-27-sports-physicals.aspx
While this is typically a 7th-grade standard, all students were introduced to using Pi on Thursday, March 12. Today, they celebrated their learning with a Pi feast of circular foods such as York Peppermint Patties, M&Ms, Gummy Lifesavers, Peanut Butter Cups, Pizza, and Cookie Pie.
Before the feast began, students first found the circumference and area of a paper plate (because we are not cavemen or cavewomen—we must be a little dignified!). Once they correctly calculated the circumference and area of the plate, they moved on to find both measurements for their first food item. When students believed they had solved it accurately, a teacher checked their work and rewarded them with the food item if correct. They then continued working through the circular treats one by one until reaching the grand finale—a slice of cookie pie! 🥧📏
#ThisIsFSDB #PiDay
The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB) announces public meetings open to all members of the public. Members of the public may address the board for up to three minutes per person. All public comments are limited to 45 minutes in total. Only the Regular Board meeting will be livestreamed at https://www.fsdbk12.org/page/board-of-trustees-livestream
📍 Location
Moore Hall, CLD Meeting Room and 215
📅 Date
Friday, February 27, 2026
⏰ Time
8:30 a.m. – Audit Committee Meeting (215)
9:30 a.m. – Regular Board Meeting (CLD)
Hello FSDB Families and Students...we wanted to send a reminder that this weekend will be a "Long Weekend." All students will go home today, Friday, February 13, at 2:05 p.m. There will be no classes on Monday, February 16 as we celebrate Presidents Day. SHOW Bus students will be picked up on Monday at their normal pick-up time. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 17. We hope you have a wonderful long weekend!
Now Accepting Applications for Summer Quest 2026!
Ready for an adventure in the oldest city with new friends! Summer Quest is an overnight camp offering Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) activities during the day and various recreational and social experiences in the evening.
Dates
• June 7-12, 2026 (ages 8-12)
• June 14-19, 2026 (ages 13-17)
Who Can Attend?
• Blind/Visually Impaired
• Deaf/Hard of Hearing
• Deafblind (dual-sensory)
• 8-17 year olds
• Florida resident
Visit our Summer Quest webpage to learn more and apply!
