AIDB News
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Limitless Opportunities, Limitless Futures
Through job placements on campus and across Talladega, the Work Experience Program at ASD equips students with the necessary skills to succeed in their future careers.
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Conquering Our Challenges
Author Craig D. Lounsbrough once said, “The art of working with people is found in meeting them where they’re at, which means I must be willing to go where I am not.”
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Have Expertise, Will Travel!
No truer words could be spoken, or signed, about Outreach Instructional Services at AIDB!
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Resolution: ASD Boys Basketball
During their February 2024 meeting, the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind Board of Trustees voted in favor of a resolution honoring the Alabama School for the Deaf Boys Basketball Team.
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Resolution: ASB Wrestling
During their February 2024 meeting, the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind Board of Trustees voted in favor of a resolution honoring the Alabama School for the Blind Wrestling Team.
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Resolution: ASB Cheerleading
During their February 2024 meeting, the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind Board of Trustees voted in favor of a resolution honoring the Alabama School for the Blind Cheer Team.
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Resolution: Charissa Archield
During their February 2024 meeting, the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind Board of Trustees voted in favor of a resolution honoring Charissa Archield of Alabama Industries for the Blind.
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Resolution: Michael Taylor
During their February 2024 meeting, the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind Board of Trustees voted in favor of a resolution honoring Michael Taylor of Alabama Industries for the Blind.
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Short-Term Programs & The Expanded Core Curriculum
AIDB has expanded its statewide services with the opening of Short-Term Programs located at AIDB-North Campus in Decatur, Alabama.
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The Future's So Bright, For AFCB
“The Future’s So Bright, I Gotta Wear Shades” by 1980s rock band Timbuk 3 became a life metaphor resonating with Alabama Freedom Center for the Blind students and staff because learning shades that completely block any residual sight are a critical part of learning techniques that empower independence.
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Finding Independence in Community
With the opening of the new Independent Living Center at Alabama School for the Blind, students have the opportunity to spend an entire school year learning independent living skills while living in community with others.
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Exceeding Expectations, One Family at a Time
A five-year journey brought the Kirksey family to AIDB, and with the help of AIDB’s Health and Clinical Services Department, they are now equipped to be limitless!
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Emerging Eagles Soar at Helen Keller School of Alabama
Each day, HKS provides safe opportunities for students to develop the academic and functional skills for life after graduation.
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Imagination Takes Flight Thanks, In Part, to Honda
From swings and slides to specialized play equipment, the students at Alabama School for the Blind (ASB) will soon be enjoying a new playground thanks, in part, to a generous donation to the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) Foundation from Honda.
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A Swimmer's Guide
Although swimming is a good physical activity, it is an even greater philosophy for life. Just ask 19-year-old Adele Brandrup.
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Deafestival Brings Education & Awareness to Alabama's Gulf Coast
Held in Foley, Alabama, 2023's event drew over 300 registered attendees from across Alabama.
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The Legacy of a Visionary
After ten years serving as President of the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind, John Mascia, Au.D., announces his retirement and looks toward the future.
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Harmony in the Arena: Bluegrass & BBQ Fundraising Event
Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind Foundation’s inaugural event raises over $38,000 for the Marianna Greene Henry Special Equestrian Program!
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A Lifetime of Service
The newly appointed President of the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind is a veteran educator who brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and personal history to the role.
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Leland Named Human Resources Institute Partner, K-12 Programs
Carrie Leland joined the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) on November 1st as the new Human Resources Institute Partner, K-12 Programs. In this role, Leland will be working with Alabama School for the Blind, Alabama School for the Deaf and Helen Keller School of Alabama to support the staff and streamline each school’s HR processes.
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