Louisiana School for the Deaf

NOTICE: SSD Newsletter Published The February edition of the SSD newsletter has just been released. This issue features a story about the new barn project which we cut the ribbon on last month as well as articles from other departments across SSD. You can see the newsletter at this link on SSD's Website: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4654/LSS/5299014/February__SSD_Newsletter__FINAL.pdf

🎉 Huge shoutout to our January Students of the Month! 🌟 Your hard work and dedication inspire us all! Keep soaring! ✨

Happy Saturday! One of our favorite things is seeing our older students supporting and mentoring our younger students. At Deaf schools, young Deaf and hard of hearing children get the benefit of having many Deaf role models through not only staff, but older students too. We love seeing these student role models and mentors helping and teaching our younger students daily! 💚

NOTICE: The Louisiana Special School District Board of Directors' meeting scheduled for Feb. 11, 2025 at 9:00AM has been cancelled.  The next scheduled board meeting is March 18, 2025 at 9:00AM.

ANNOUCEMENT: Board of Directors Meeting Date: 02/11/2025 Time 9:00 a.m. Location: 2888 Brightside Dr. Baton Rouge, LA 70820 SSD Board Room - Student Center If you are unable to attend in person the meeting with be available via Livestream on SSD's YouTube Page. A link for the stream is here: https://youtube.com/live/sz0xKivhoEY?feature=share You can find the agenda for the meeting on SSD's website linked here: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4654/LSS/5266294/Board_of_Directors_Agenda_02.11.2025.docx.pdf

Support our cheerleading team and join the excitement! 🎉 We’re hosting a 50/50 raffle during the tournament—half the pot goes to one lucky winner, and the other half supports our athletes! 💚🤍🦅 Tickets will be available starting at 8 AM on Thursday, January 30th and sales will close after the last game on Saturday, February 1st. The winner will be announced right before the championship game! Find a coach to get your tickets. Don’t miss your chance to win BIG and make a difference! Thank you for your support!

The War Eagle team is growing, and we’re looking for passionate staff to join us! 🦅✨ If you’re dedicated, innovative, and ready to inspire the next generation of students and Deaf community leaders, we want YOU! We've made it to the # 2 most improved school in the state, increased our school score by over 27 points, and broke a 20+ year record - will you join us in SOARING to new heights? ❓ Why join us? -Collaborative, supportive community -Opportunities for professional growth and development -A chance to make a real impact in the lives of Deaf students throughout Louisiana -State benefits and retirement -Southern hospitality and fun 🥳 🔗 Apply now at tinyurl.com/LSDCareers or reach out to Dr. Natalie Delgado at NDelgado@lsdvi.org for more information. Let’s soar together! 🚀

In addition to the State office closure on Wednesday, 1/22, State offices are also closed on Thursday, 1/23, therefore all SSD offices will be closed Wednesday and Thursday. We will continue to provide updates as they become available. Stay safe!

LSDVI will be closed on Monday, 1/20, for the MLK Holiday and will be closed on Tuesday, 1/21, due to the predicted winter weather. The situation is being monitored closely and will be reevaluated on Tuesday. The decision has been made that residential students will not come to campus next week but will participate in virtual learning when school reopens.

Congrats to our Students of the Month for December!

Support our cheerleading team and join the excitement! 🎉 We’re hosting a 50/50 raffle during the Mason Dixon tournament from Jan 22-25—half the pot goes to one lucky winner, and the other half supports our athletes! 💚🤍🦅 Don’t miss your chance to win BIG and make a difference! Thank you for your support!

🌟 Every student shines in their own way! ✨ Many of our new deaf and hard of hearing students face learning gaps, but we believe in their potential! 💪 Let’s nurture their journey together.

School starts back next Tuesday for our War Eagles! Dorm students will be bussed to campus on Monday, and school begins again on Tuesday for everyone. With temperatures dropping over the next few weeks, please be sure your students are wearing dress-code approved layers to stay warm. If you are in need of any items, please contact the office to let them know.

Can you tell we miss our students? 💚 Check out some of these photos of them in action before the winter break! We had PBIS events around campus, club time (where you see the STEM club at work), and a high school virtual visit with Gallaudet University admissions! 💻 📚

Are you ready to make a difference? The War Eagle team is growing, and we’re looking for passionate staff to join us for the Fall 2025 school year! 🦅✨ If you’re dedicated, innovative, and ready to inspire the next generation of students and Deaf community leaders, we want YOU! We've made it to the # 2 most improved school in the state, increased our school score by over 27 points, and broke a 20+ year record - will you join us in SOARING to new heights? ❓ Why join us? -Collaborative, supportive community -Opportunities for professional growth and development -A chance to make a real impact in the lives of Deaf students throughout Louisiana -State benefits and retirement -Southern hospitality and fun 🥳 🔗 Apply now at tinyurl.com/LSDCareers or reach out to Dr. Natalie Delgado at NDelgado@lsdvi.org for more information. Let’s soar together! 🚀

✨ We did it! For the 2023-2024 school year, we’re the 2nd most improved school in the entire state! 🥳📚 It’s proof that hard work pays off, and success thrives here! 🌱💪

❄️ Happy Holidays! ❄️ The last day of school is Thursday, December 19th. There is no school on Friday! Enjoy your winter break and come back refreshed and ready to learn in 2025!

Can the Grinch's heart grow three sizes? 🎄 Find out at LSD Elementary's Christmas Play! 🎭 📅 Date: December 19, 2024 🕘 Time: 9:30 AM 📍 Location: Louisiana School for the Deaf Auditorium 🎟️ Free for LSD Parents, just $3 for visitors! Come witness the magic of the season!

Enjoy these photos from the LSDVI FFA holiday meeting and celebration! Students from both schools made Christmas cards for others, worked as teams to build different gingerbread creations, got to socialize and enjoy some friendly competition in the student center, and celebrate the upcoming holidays as a group with a dinner! ☃️ 🥘

Get ready to spread some holiday cheer! 🎅🎄 LSD's Christmas Spirit Week is coming up December 16th-20th! Check out the daily themes and join in the fun!