Ohio School for the Deaf

09/10/2026

Deaf and hard of hearing kids and their families are invited to attend the free Honey Haven Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 3, 3-6 p.m. Join Deaf Services Center and Advocates for Kids in Ashland for a corn maze, wagon rides, pumpkin slingshots, corn cannons, farm animal zoo, and craft barn. You can rsvp by emailing [email protected].

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09/04/2026

A friendly reminder, No School Monday September 7 in observance of Labor Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday September 8 at their regular time. Enjoy the long weekend!

08/18/2026

Today we welcomed students, families, and our residential community as they moved in, met teachers, and got ready for an incredible school year. Tomorrow, we get to welcome the rest of our students back, and we couldn't be more excited to start this school year together. Here's to a great year ahead!

08/15/2026

🎉 The countdown is ON! 🎉

Our amazing staff have been working hard all week to get everything ready for YOU! The hallways are prepped, the classrooms are set, and we are SO excited to welcome our students back! 💙

📅 Mark your calendars:

Monday, August 17 | Open House | 12:00–3:00 p.m.
Dormitory Move-In begins at 1:00 p.m.
First Day of School: Tuesday, August 18! 🏫
Don't forget to complete your registration before the big day! We can't wait to see all your smiling faces and kick off an incredible school year together! 🙌✨

08/08/2026

Don't forget to take advantage of Ohio's Sales Tax Holiday, August 7–9, to save on qualifying back-to-school purchases. It's a great opportunity to stock up on the essentials before the first day of school.

📚 View school supply lists at osd.ohio.gov

07/29/2026

We're hiring! If you're passionate about education and creating meaningful opportunities for students, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for a Literacy Specialist, Multiple Disabilities Teacher, and Substitute Teachers. If you know someone who would be a great fit, please share this post with them.

View all openings and apply today at odbes.ohio.gov/jobs.

The Ohio School for the Deaf and the Ohio State School for the Blind are hiring! We're looking for passionate professionals to join our team and help students learn, grow and thrive.

Current openings include:
• Literacy Specialist at Ohio School for the Deaf
• Multiple Disabilities Teacher at Ohio School for the Deaf
• Substitute Teachers

Whether you're looking for your next opportunity or know someone who would be a great fit, we'd love your help spreading the word.

Apply today at odbes.ohio.gov/jobs

07/27/2026

Don't forget! Join us tonight at 6 p.m. for a virtual information session about the proposed ODBES Campus Connector Bridge Project connecting the Ohio School for the Deaf and the Ohio State School for the Blind.

We'll share an overview of the project, discuss what to expect, and answer your questions during a live Q&A.

📅 Monday, July 27
🕕 6:00–6:30 p.m.

Join us on Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82142414783...
Meeting ID: 821 4241 4783
Passcode: Bridge

07/14/2026

Learn about the upcoming ODBES Campus Connector Bridge Project, connecting the Ohio School for the Deaf and the Ohio State School for the Blind.

Join us for a virtual information session to discover:
✓ The purpose of the bridge
✓ Project timeline
✓ What to expect
✓ Your chance to ask questions

Pick a time that works for you:
📅 Friday, July 17 at 10:00–10:30 a.m.
📅 Monday, July 27 at 6:00–6:30 p.m.

Join us on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82142414783?pwd=HzPAtgN1FZ8gT46aJkI5taJfphFR1V.1
Meeting ID: 821 4241 4783, Passcode: Bridge

07/13/2026

Looking for more summer adventure before the school year begins?

If you have a child who just finished fourth grade this spring, don't miss the Ohio History Pass Plus! Throughout the month of July, fourth graders and their families can enjoy free admission to participating historic sites and museums across Ohio.

It's a great opportunity to explore Ohio's history, create memories, and discover destinations across the state.

Be sure to take advantage of this opportunity before July ends!

The celebration continues! Ohio 4th grade students and their families can receive free admission to museums and historic sites throughout the state to celebrate the nation's 250th birthday.

Details: https://america250-ohio.org/fourth-grade-history-pass-plus-july-2026/