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10/30/2026

ASDB Visits Chino Valley!

Yesterday, ASDB Superintendent Annette Reichman and Linda Bove spent the afternoon in Chino Valley connecting with students, staff, families, and community members!

The visit included a tour of Territorial Early Childhood Center, a community meet-and-greet at Heritage Middle School, and an evening of Halloween fun at the Spooky Cookie and Costume Event!

Thank you to everyone in Chino Valley who welcomed us and took the time to connect!

Here are a few photos from the visit, with more to come soon!

10/29/2026

10/15/2026

Today is and !

First established in 1964 and 2011, respectively, these days serve as a reminder of the success, independence and rights of people who are blind or low vision.

Of course, these achievements should be celebrated year-round, and NLS has a booklist featuring “changemakers” from the blind and low vision community.

From stories of academics, like the memoir of James J. Barnes, “Unforeseen: the First Blind Rhodes Scholar (DB90729),” and David Hartman’s “White Coat, White Cane (DB14631)” to stories of physical endurance like Erik Weihenmayer’s “Touch the Top of the World: A Blind Man's Journey to Climb Farther than the Eye Can See (BR14512, DB51505),” the NLS collection keeps the legacy of these individuals alive while providing the resources for the changemakers of tomorrow.

Find the full booklist at www.loc.gov/nls/new-materials/book-lists/changemakers?loclr=fbnls

10/05/2026

More from Maryland!

Our ASDB and PDSD cross country student-athletes hit the course at the National Deaf Prep Cross Country meet in Frederick, Maryland!

We’re proud of our runners for competing alongside Deaf student-athletes from across the country and representing Arizona with determination and spirit.

Great job to all of our athletes, and thank you to the coaches and staff supporting them throughout the trip!

10/02/2026

ASDB & PDSD Cross Country are in Maryland!

Our ASDB and PDSD student-athletes are in Frederick, Maryland for the National Deaf Prep Cross Country meet! Here’s a look at our runners out on the course and representing Arizona together.

Keep sending your support from back home as they take on this exciting experience!

RUN STRONG. RUN PROUD.

09/30/2026

🏐🏈 A Day of Teamwork, Sportsmanship, and School Spirit! 🏈🏐
Last Saturday, our two schools within the agency — ASDB Oro Valley and PDSD — came together for an exciting day of athletics featuring high school girls’ volleyball and flag football!
It was a wonderful opportunity for both athletic programs to connect, compete, and celebrate the teamwork and dedication of our student-athletes. We are proud of the collaboration, encouragement, and sportsmanship displayed by everyone involved.
Check out some highlights from this memorable day! 🎉👏🏐🏈 A Day of Teamwork, Sportsmanship, and School Spirit! 🏈🏐
Last Saturday, our two schools within the agency — ASDB Oro Valley and PDSD — came together for an exciting day of athletics featuring high school girls’ volleyball and flag football!
It was a wonderful opportunity for both athletic programs to connect, compete, and celebrate the teamwork and dedication of our student-athletes. We are proud of the collaboration, encouragement, and sportsmanship displayed by everyone involved.
Check out some highlights from this memorable day! 🎉👏

09/29/2026

New Research on Early Childhood Language Access in Arizona

A new study authored by Kendra Benedict, PhD; Wendy Steuerwald, AuD; Najwa Ghattas; and Cheryl DeConde Johnson, EdD explores access to language acquisition services for young children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing across Arizona. Benedict represents the Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (ASDB) in this collaborative research.

The study examines both Listening and Spoken Language (LSL) and American Sign Language (ASL) services, using input from families and providers to identify strengths, gaps, and opportunities for improving access across the state. Findings highlight the need for more qualified providers, stronger family resources, and increased access to services outside Arizona’s urban centers.

We’re proud to see this important work contributing to continued efforts to strengthen early intervention and language access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and their families throughout Arizona.

Read the full study:

09/28/2026

Last week, the ASDB Oro Valley Campus hosted a Deaf Awareness Week event featuring Theron Parker, an ASL performer, instructor, presenter, and children’s book author.

During the evening, Theron shared ASL performances and stories with students, families, staff, and community members.

The event also supported DANE (Deaf Abuse Network and Education), an organization that provides support to victims and survivors in Arizona’s Deaf communities and works to address intimate partner violence through education, advocacy, empowerment, and prevention.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the evening!

09/25/2026

Deaf Awareness in Yuma!

Our Yuma community recently came together for a special Deaf Awareness event organized by ASDB Deaf Mentor Edna Gary!

Families, students, staff, and community members gathered at Peter Piper Pizza for an evening of connection, conversation, and Deaf awareness. It was wonderful to see everyone come together, share experiences, and celebrate the Deaf community.

A big thank you to Edna for organizing the event and to everyone who joined us and helped make the evening special!

09/22/2026

ASDB Superintendent Annette Reichman shares an important update regarding the ASDB Board of Directors' approval to begin the process of establishing a superintendent search.

Watch the full message to learn more about this next step and ASDB's continued investment in the future of our students, staff, and communities.

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