Last night, Blind High School celebrated its Prom 2026 at the Tringali Barn. The theme for the evening was Mardi Gras, which set a vibrant and festive atmosphere.
Students arrived in elegant attire, complete with colorful masks that added to the excitement of the event. As the music played, students danced the night away, enjoying the company of friends and making unforgettable memories. The lively spirit of Mardi Gras truly came alive, making this prom a night to remember.
To view the photos from the event, click here: https://fsdb.zenfolio.com/p369565051
#ThisIsFSDB #Prom2026
Students arrived in elegant attire, complete with colorful masks that added to the excitement of the event. As the music played, students danced the night away, enjoying the company of friends and making unforgettable memories. The lively spirit of Mardi Gras truly came alive, making this prom a night to remember.
To view the photos from the event, click here: https://fsdb.zenfolio.com/p369565051
#ThisIsFSDB #Prom2026
Last night, Prom 2026 for the Deaf High School took place at the picturesque River House in the heart of downtown St. Augustine.
Students arrived in stylish outfits, filled with excitement as they gathered to celebrate this memorable evening with their dates and friends. The event featured a delightful dinner, lively music, and dancing, creating an unforgettable experience for all who attended.
A special thanks to Nico DiMarco for DJing and to River House for hosting our prom!
To view the photos from the event, click here: https://fsdb.zenfolio.com/p387100287
#ThisIsFSDB #Prom2026
Students arrived in stylish outfits, filled with excitement as they gathered to celebrate this memorable evening with their dates and friends. The event featured a delightful dinner, lively music, and dancing, creating an unforgettable experience for all who attended.
A special thanks to Nico DiMarco for DJing and to River House for hosting our prom!
To view the photos from the event, click here: https://fsdb.zenfolio.com/p387100287
#ThisIsFSDB #Prom2026
👑✨TWO proms. ONE unforgettable night.✨👑
FSDB celebrated in TWO beautiful ways last night and the memories are just as amazing as our students!
The Blind High School Prom was held at the gorgeous Tringali Barn at Heritage Farms. In the top photo, students are gathered together moments after the royal court was announced, soaking in the excitement and celebration.
Meanwhile, the Deaf High School Prom stayed local and enjoyed incredible waterfront views at the Riverhouse. In the bottom photo, you’ll see a selfie with me and a room full of students signing “hearts” as they waited to find out who would be crowned this year’s royal court.
A huge THANK YOU to our incredible sponsors and staff. The behind the scenes work is extensive and deeply appreciated. These nights mattered.
#FSDBProm2026 #FSDBPride #FSDBStudentsShine #ThePrezSnowPost
FSDB celebrated in TWO beautiful ways last night and the memories are just as amazing as our students!
The Blind High School Prom was held at the gorgeous Tringali Barn at Heritage Farms. In the top photo, students are gathered together moments after the royal court was announced, soaking in the excitement and celebration.
Meanwhile, the Deaf High School Prom stayed local and enjoyed incredible waterfront views at the Riverhouse. In the bottom photo, you’ll see a selfie with me and a room full of students signing “hearts” as they waited to find out who would be crowned this year’s royal court.
A huge THANK YOU to our incredible sponsors and staff. The behind the scenes work is extensive and deeply appreciated. These nights mattered.
#FSDBProm2026 #FSDBPride #FSDBStudentsShine #ThePrezSnowPost
Congratulations !! Juana Juan-Andres and Tyler Wittman were picked to be the Junior Class Prince & Princess. Nathaniel Figueroa andRihanna Ward were crowned Prom King & Queen.
#ThisIsFSDB
#ThisIsFSDB
Congratulations !! Ivan McAlpin and Starlyn Dize were picked to be the Junior Class Prince & Princess. Seniors Xaviar Jones and Mariska Dize were crowned Prom King & Queen!
#ThisIsFSDB
#ThisIsFSDB
This week, FSDB students and staff enjoyed exploring the Spring Art Show, on display in Gibbs Hall. The show opened on April 16th, welcoming family and friends to enjoy the artwork before and after the Spring Music Concert. Art students in Blind High School shared over 80 pieces of tactile art featuring papier mache, plaster cloth, clay, and a variety of mixed media materials. It was a tremendous display of talent and creativity. Congratulations to our high school artists! #tactileart #accessibleart
Images:
Elementary students explore a Maleficent mask with large black horns. An orange, nine-tailed fox is in the foreground. A Demogorgon with a red, flower-shaped head full of teeth is in the background.
Middle school students are exploring two sculptures with their hands. One is a teal dragon with green wings and the other is an orange, nine-tailed fox.
An elementary student inspects a large, green paper mask with large eyes and large pink tongue. A blue and yellow “fish cat” mask in the background has cat ears and fins on the forehead and cheeks.
Kaitlyn is smiling while holding up her papier mache shark sculpture, JAWS. It is painted gray, and black yarn forms a stripe and gills. A glass marble bead represents the eye.
Byran inspects a dark blue, dome-shaped sculpture made of plaster cloth. His is leaning in to feel the sequins and glitter on the surface of piece.
An elementary student with blond hair and glasses smiles with delight at the small sculpture of gray rat wearing a white hat. Another student is feeling the textured tiles that line the edge of pink mask.
The boys at McLane Hall (DMS) enjoyed the beautiful weather and took advantage of living by the sea, spending time after school fishing. What fun!
#FSDBAfterSchoolWednesdays
#FSDBAfterSchoolWednesdays
The After School Work Program (ASWP) selects a Student Employee of the Month based on the consistent demonstration of strong employability skills and positive workplace behaviors. Students are recognized for qualities such as professionalism, reliability, communication, teamwork, initiative, and a strong work ethic.
In February, DHS student Gavin Swart was honored with this recognition, followed by BHS student Caiden Hadley in March. Both students exemplified the employability skills and dedication that ASWP seeks to recognize and celebrate.
#FSDBCTETuesdays #Congratulations
In February, DHS student Gavin Swart was honored with this recognition, followed by BHS student Caiden Hadley in March. Both students exemplified the employability skills and dedication that ASWP seeks to recognize and celebrate.
#FSDBCTETuesdays #Congratulations
Marissa Harrer, Communication Specialist, shares her favorite memory below:
"I have had the privilege of working of working at FSDB for the past 14 years. One of my favorite memories is from when I was the Eyes Alive! NEWS sponsor. We made monthly news videos to share with the Deaf Elementary department. It was so fun to help the students develop scripts, practice their filming and editing skills, and improve their public speaking. We even got to visit the studio for Action Jax news and be special guests on their morning broadcast! Such a wonderful experience for both myself and my students. ❤️"
#FSDBMemoryMondays #ThisIsFSDB #FSDBFam #YouBelongAtFSDB
"I have had the privilege of working of working at FSDB for the past 14 years. One of my favorite memories is from when I was the Eyes Alive! NEWS sponsor. We made monthly news videos to share with the Deaf Elementary department. It was so fun to help the students develop scripts, practice their filming and editing skills, and improve their public speaking. We even got to visit the studio for Action Jax news and be special guests on their morning broadcast! Such a wonderful experience for both myself and my students. ❤️"
#FSDBMemoryMondays #ThisIsFSDB #FSDBFam #YouBelongAtFSDB
The Dance Troupe performed "The Addams Family: Young@Part" last week for the community, including families, students, and staff.
Step into the wonderfully weird world of the Addams family—where the strange is celebrated, the unusual is normal, and every family is perfectly themselves. Click the link to view the photos from the performance: https://fsdb.zenfolio.com/p667846203
#ThisIsFSDB
Step into the wonderfully weird world of the Addams family—where the strange is celebrated, the unusual is normal, and every family is perfectly themselves. Click the link to view the photos from the performance: https://fsdb.zenfolio.com/p667846203
#ThisIsFSDB
The Varsity Girls Flag Football season has come to an end. On Tuesday, April 21st, they faced Santa Fe High School in the first round of the playoffs but unfortunately lost, with a score of 0-12. We are incredibly proud of our girls for a great season, and we will miss our seniors.
#FSDBSportsSundays #PassionPridePerseverance #GoFSDBDragons
#FSDBSportsSundays #PassionPridePerseverance #GoFSDBDragons
Congratulations to Melissa Oromas-Santana!
Melissa is a SOAR student in the Blind Department and has been with us at FSDB for two years.
One of her favorite memories at FSDB was the Ski Club trip to Montana, and her favorite subject is Psychology.
Melissa has decided to defer her diploma to continue learning and exploring before moving on to her next chapter. She plans to attend the Career, Technology, and Training Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired in Daytona.
Melissa wants to share with future students that they can improve their skills here at FSDB. There are great opportunities to achieve their goals, and the teachers and staff are dedicated to supporting students in this journey. Even with a disability, students can pursue their passions.
"Thank you to FSDB for the opportunities you have given me!" Melissa expressed.
We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see what you accomplish in the future!
#FSDBSOARSaturdays #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam #ThisIsFSDB
Melissa is a SOAR student in the Blind Department and has been with us at FSDB for two years.
One of her favorite memories at FSDB was the Ski Club trip to Montana, and her favorite subject is Psychology.
Melissa has decided to defer her diploma to continue learning and exploring before moving on to her next chapter. She plans to attend the Career, Technology, and Training Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired in Daytona.
Melissa wants to share with future students that they can improve their skills here at FSDB. There are great opportunities to achieve their goals, and the teachers and staff are dedicated to supporting students in this journey. Even with a disability, students can pursue their passions.
"Thank you to FSDB for the opportunities you have given me!" Melissa expressed.
We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see what you accomplish in the future!
#FSDBSOARSaturdays #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam #ThisIsFSDB
To celebrate the Dance Troupe's performance of The Addams Family this week, we want to hear your throwback favorites! What year’s Dance Troupe musical performance at FSDB is your all-time favorite?
#FSDBQuestionOfTheWeekFridays
#FSDBQuestionOfTheWeekFridays
President Snow is on the road! ✈️
This week I had the pleasure of traveling to Bloomington, Minnesota for the annual CEASD (Conference of Educational Administrators of Schools and Programs for the Deaf) conference. The first half of the week was spent collaborating with my fellow board members, followed by an engaging and energizing conference experience.
I was especially excited and honored to introduce and support our very own Dr. Shelley Ardis, who presented “Leadership Readiness: Prepare Your Leadership HUB.” Dr. Ardis highlighted how FSDB developed a SharePoint Academic Leadership Hub to centralize information, resources, schedules, and timelines for supervisors. Her presentation was extremely well received, and participants were eager to learn how they could replicate this innovative model at their own schools.
Photo description: President Snow snaps a shot with fellow smiling FSDB staff—Scott Trejbal, Randi Mitchell, Ryan Johnson, and Shelley Ardis—standing in front of Dr. Ardis’ presentation title slide.
#FSDBProud #CEASD2026 #EducationalLeadership #TeamFSDB
This week I had the pleasure of traveling to Bloomington, Minnesota for the annual CEASD (Conference of Educational Administrators of Schools and Programs for the Deaf) conference. The first half of the week was spent collaborating with my fellow board members, followed by an engaging and energizing conference experience.
I was especially excited and honored to introduce and support our very own Dr. Shelley Ardis, who presented “Leadership Readiness: Prepare Your Leadership HUB.” Dr. Ardis highlighted how FSDB developed a SharePoint Academic Leadership Hub to centralize information, resources, schedules, and timelines for supervisors. Her presentation was extremely well received, and participants were eager to learn how they could replicate this innovative model at their own schools.
Photo description: President Snow snaps a shot with fellow smiling FSDB staff—Scott Trejbal, Randi Mitchell, Ryan Johnson, and Shelley Ardis—standing in front of Dr. Ardis’ presentation title slide.
#FSDBProud #CEASD2026 #EducationalLeadership #TeamFSDB
Please join us in welcoming Karen Perlongo to FSDB!
Karen works at the Blind High School as an Instructional Assistant. She had taught French and TV Production for eighteen years or so before coming to FSDB.
" I have heard a lot about FSDB and how great everyone is, and found out its true!" shared Karen.
Karen is orginally from Michigan but has been in Florida for the past twenty years. A fun fact about her is she loves to swim and scuba dive.
We are so happy to have you here with us!
#ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam
Karen works at the Blind High School as an Instructional Assistant. She had taught French and TV Production for eighteen years or so before coming to FSDB.
" I have heard a lot about FSDB and how great everyone is, and found out its true!" shared Karen.
Karen is orginally from Michigan but has been in Florida for the past twenty years. A fun fact about her is she loves to swim and scuba dive.
We are so happy to have you here with us!
#ThisIsFSDB #YouBelongAtFSDB #FSDBFam
Last week, Blind High School hosted its Spring Concert and Art Show for families, staff, students, and community members. Attendees had the chance to explore Gibbs Hall before and after the concert, where they could admire the sculptures, masks, and paintings created by our talented students in Sculpture 1, 2, and 3 Honors, as well as in the ACCESS 2D courses. The creativity of our students truly shone through!
To view photos of the art show, click here: https://fsdb.zenfolio.com/p121381884
#ThisIsFSDB
To view photos of the art show, click here: https://fsdb.zenfolio.com/p121381884
#ThisIsFSDB
On Monday, April 13th, FSDB hosted a Spring Community Open House. Visitors attended the event, where we showcased a variety of performances by FSDB music groups. Attendees also had the opportunity to participate in a Q&A session with students and staff to learn more about our FSDB programs.
#ThisIsFSDB
#ThisIsFSDB
Last night, the dorm students from Blind Middle School visited Cobras Corner Cafe to bowl and play games. It was a lot of fun!
#FSDBAfterSchoolWednesdays
#FSDBAfterSchoolWednesdays
Some Culinary students paired up with SOAR students for an enriching field trip to the Hyatt Regency Riverside in Jacksonville. Together, students experienced a behind‑the‑scenes guided tour, heard from senior leadership, participated in staff interviews, attended a graduation ceremony, and enjoyed a seated lunch.
During the interviews, students connected with inspiring Hyatt team members, including an FSDB alum and Hands‑On graduate now serving as a Garde Manger Manager, a Deaf front‑of‑the‑house server with 10 years of experience, and a 2023 FSDB Blind department graduate who has been employed for two years.
The culture at Hyatt truly reflects authentic hospitality, and the stories shared highlighted why Hyatt is such an outstanding employer. We’re incredibly grateful for this meaningful experience through the Hyatt Hands‑On Educational Training Program.
#FSDBCTETuesdays
During the interviews, students connected with inspiring Hyatt team members, including an FSDB alum and Hands‑On graduate now serving as a Garde Manger Manager, a Deaf front‑of‑the‑house server with 10 years of experience, and a 2023 FSDB Blind department graduate who has been employed for two years.
The culture at Hyatt truly reflects authentic hospitality, and the stories shared highlighted why Hyatt is such an outstanding employer. We’re incredibly grateful for this meaningful experience through the Hyatt Hands‑On Educational Training Program.
#FSDBCTETuesdays
On April 16th, Blind High School held its Spring Concert and Art Show in the Music Building. Attendees enjoyed impressive art in Gibbs Hall and performances by the Concert Band, Show Choir, and Concert Chorus. Great job by everyone!
To view the photos from the event, click here: https://fsdb.zenfolio.com/p48826672
#ThisIsFSDB
