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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

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!

Hello FSDB Families and Students,

Another reminder that this weekend is a very long weekend as FSDB will host the Clerc Classic Basketball Tournament and Cheerleading Competition. All students will go home tomorrow, Wednesday, January 14, at 2:05 p.m. (Friday Schedule). Students will not have classes on Thursday, January 15th and Friday, January 16th. School will also be closed on Monday, January 19, for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

(NOTE: The Clerc Classic is a sold-out event and you must have already purchased a ticket in order to attend the tournament.)

IMPORTANT DATES

• Wednesday, January 14, at 2:05 p.m. – All students will go home. (Friday Schedule)

• Thursday, January 15 – No Classes

• Friday, January 16 – No Classes

• Monday, January 19 – No Classes, but SHOW Bus students will be picked up at their regular time.

• Tuesday, January 20 – Classes Resume

We hope you enjoy the extra time with your child!

Parent University Presents "Let's Talk About Deaf Culture!"

Deadline to RSVP is next Monday, January 19th!!

FSDB Deaf Department students, parents, siblings and friends are welcome to join us for a fun, hands-on event where we’ll explore Deaf culture and play interactive games to practice new communication skills together.

• All skill levels are welcome and needed.

• Perfect opportunity to learn and play together.

• Hands-on interactive learning for everyone.

Date: January 21, 2026
Time: 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Location: Moore Hall, CLD
RSVP by: January 19, 2026 to ensure we have sufficient materails and dinner for everyone.

Parents must check in at the front gate. Travel reimbursement is available.

Click here to RSVP!

Hello FSDB Families and Students,

Next weekend is a very long weekend as FSDB will host the Clerc Classic Basketball Tournament and Cheerleading Competition. All students will go home on Wednesday, January 14, at 2:05 p.m. (Friday schedule). Students will not have classes on Thursday, January 15th and Friday, January 16th. School will also be closed on Monday, January 19, for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

(NOTE: The Clerc Classic is a sold-out event and you must have already purchased a ticket in order to attend the tournament.)

IMPORTANT DATES

• Wednesday, January 14, at 2:05 p.m. – All students will go home. (Friday Schedule)

• Thursday, January 15 – No Classes

• Friday, January 16 – No Classes

• Monday, January 19 – No Classes, but SHOW Bus students will be picked up at their regular time.

• Tuesday, January 20 – Classes Resume

Hey Families, we hear you! Holiday fatigue is real!
The Parent Engagement Workshop scheduled for this Friday has been canceled.
Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! The presentation will be offered during our final PEW on May 1st.
In the meantime, remember to visit the Parent Services website to learn about other engaging opportunities!
Thank you for understanding, and we look forward to seeing you then!

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

📅 Date
Friday, December 12, 2025

⏰ Time
10:30 a.m. – Endowment Committee Meeting (215)
11:15 a.m. – Regular Board Meeting (CLD)

📍 Location
Moore Hall, CLD Meeting Room and 215

Hello, FSDB Families!!! Our next Parent Engagement Workshop, "Growing Together," is next Friday. Don't miss out on this excellent opportunity to engage with other families and FSDB staff members.

Date: November 7, 2025
Time: 9 AM – 2 PM
Location: Moore Hall, CLD
Topics:

• Planting Success at Home: Presentation by the Florida Diagnostic & Learning Resources System. Grow your toolkit to help your children thrive in routines, communication, academics, and positive behaviors.

• Cultivate Conversations: Tools for talking & skills for growing in active listening, conflict de-escalation, and supporting emotional growth.

• Rooted in Reading with FSDB Literacy Specialists

• President Pop-In!: FSDB President Tracie Snow will POP-In and lead an interactive activity.

Please remember to RSVP to ensure we have sufficient supplies and lunch! Travel Reimbursement is available for this event.

Click here to RSVP

The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB) announces public meetings to which all members of the public are invited to attend. 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. The Regular Board meeting will be livestreamed at https://www.fsdbk12.org/page/board-of-trustees-livestream

Date: Friday, October 31, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. – Regular Board Meeting
Location: Moore Hall, CLD Meeting Room

FSDB Families...We're Planning Parent Events...And We Want To Hear From You!

The Parent Services Department is committed to offering quality educational classes for our FSDB families.  Please take a quick moment to share your ideas and requests for upcoming trainings and workshops.

Click here to complete the questionnaire.

FSDB Parent Engagement Workshop presents "Growing Together"

Date: November 7, 2025
Time: 9 AM – 2 PM
Location: Moore Hall, CLD
Topics:

• Planting Success at Home: Presentation by the Florida Diagnostic & Learning Resources System. Grow your toolkit to help your children thrive in routines, communication, academics, and positive behaviors.

• Cultivate Conversations: Tools for talking & skills for growing in active listening, conflict de-escalation, and supporting emotional growth.

• Rooted in Reading with FSDB Literacy Specialists

• President Pop-In!: FSDB President Tracie Snow will POP-In and lead an interactive activity.

Please remember to RSVP to ensure we have sufficient supplies and lunch! Travel Reimbursement is available for this event.

Click here to RSVP

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, October 10, at 2:05 p.m. SHOW Bus students will be picked up on Monday, October 13, at their normal pick-up time. Classes will resume on Tuesday, October 14. We hope you have a wonderful long weekend!