Alabama School for the Deaf
AR Trips
When students meet their goal in Accelerated Reader they get to attend fun events as a reward.
Academic Bowl
Students in Academic Bowl prepare to compete with Deaf schools in other states.
Library
ASD students go to the library to check out books for assignments and to take tests for AR.
Dorms
Our students can stay in the dorms in all grades and get to hang out with their friends in the evenings. They also have the opportunity to participate in various planned activities.
ASD Drama
Some of our ASD students participate in drama productions. Several shows throughout the year are open to the students and the public.
ASD Robotics
ASD sends robotics teams to the Tournament that are made up of teams who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing!
ASD Girls' Track
ASD Boys' Track
ASD Boys' Basketball
ASD Girls' Basketball
ASD Cheerleaders
ASD Football
Mission & Philosophy
About Us
Our Mission
The Alabama School for the Deaf provides a positive and language-rich environment, empowering our diverse students through a strong partnership with families and communities to be life-long learners.
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Maroon Crew Promotes Student Development through Community Service.
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about Service Through Action
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The ASD Lady Warriors Volleyball Team, led by Head Coach Cedric Tyson and Assistant Coach Savannah Dulaney, traveled to Washington School for the Deaf in Vancouver, Washington to compete in the ACE Tournament.
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about ASD Volleyball Competes in ACE Tournament
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Marcus Washington has been named the Director of Student Life at the Alabama School for the Deaf (ASD).
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about Washington Named Director of Student Life at Alabama School for the Deaf
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During their November 2023 meeting, the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind Board of Trustees voted in favor of honoring the Alabama School for the Deaf Boy's Track Team with the following resolution.
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about Resolution: ASD Boy's Track Team
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It is my goal to empower students to become independent problem solvers using a variety of visual tools.
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about Visual Language, Visual Math
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Antwan Miller has been named the Elementary Director of Alabama School for the Deaf (ASD).
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about Antwan Miller Named Elementary Director of Alabama School for the Deaf