The official page for New York School for the Deaf, Fanwood, in White Plains, NY
Fanwood was chartered in 1817 and is the second oldest school for the Deaf in the United States. The school sits on a 77-acre lot that used to be an apple farm that was originally purchased by the school in 1934. The school began in NYC in the Alms House behind City Hall and after three different relocations the school has remained in White Plains NY area for over 80 years and celebrated it's 200th Anniversary in 2017.
Operating as usual
11/07/2023
NYSD students learn about fractions using pizza! This hands-on activity was a great way to demonstrate their understanding of fractions as part of a whole. The students built their own pizza and then wrote fractions for the toppings on each slice.
11/03/2023
Parents/Guardians and Fanwood Friends! We can't do it without you! Please consider volunteering to help at the Book Fair. NYSD's Scholastic takes place from November 6th through 15th. The story starts with you! Contact: [email protected]
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Padres/Tutores y Amigos de Fanwood! No lo podemos lograr sin ustedes! Por favor considere servir como voluntario en la Feria de Libros. La Feria de Libros Scholastic de NYSD tomara lugar desde el 6 de noviembre hasta el 15. El cuento comienza con usted! Contact: [email protected]
11/01/2023
Last weekend, a fantastic group of friends and community members volunteered their time and energy into refreshing the Fanwood Garden. They organized the tool shed, mowed the grass, harvested the remaining green tomatoes, cleaned the garlic beds out, and planted the garlic to be harvested for Spring/Summer 2024.
We extend our gratitude for generously volunteering to clean and refresh Fanwood's garden. Your dedication and love for our garden does not go unnoticed. Thank you for your time, energy, and commitment to making Fanwood's garden a more beautiful and welcoming place.
To celebrate the spooky season, Fanwood students participated in festive schoolwide activities. Elementary school students dressed to impress and showed off some holiday spirit during their annual parade. In the Middle and High School department, Student Body Government (SBG) students hosted a complete with a , crafts, activities and lots of music and dancing!
So great to see so much Fanwood spirit throughout the campus! Have a safe, healthy, and !
10/30/2023
Like many across the nation, New York School for the Deaf is deeply saddened to learn about the loss and injuries suffered in Maine last week. We would like to express concern and empathy to the numerous individuals within our close-knit community, many of whom have ties to those directly affected by this unfortunate event.
At Fanwood, it is with heavy hearts that we offer support and peace to all families, community members, and those both within and beyond our community who are experiencing the pain of loss.
10/28/2023
Fanwood was proud to honor our senior student-athletes, as they competed in their final home games of their high school and/or careers. Fanwood is so proud of you
10/24/2023
NYSD is thrilled to announce our "North Run.” We now provide transportation to students in regions north of Fanwood, who would otherwise not be able to join our athletic program and participate in activities. Last week, our new bus driver, LaKeisha, transported students from NYSD after they enjoyed the opportunity to play. Parents met students at the dropoff point, where they shared their excitement at this addition to the program and more equitable opportunities for students.
The "North Run" represents our passion for ensuring that all students have equitable access to the programs and activities that enhance their educational journey.
10/23/2023
days for Fanwood's Soccer & Volleyball student-athletes are this week! Save the dates and we hope to see you there to support our amazing seniors! See flyers for more information!
Tuesday, October 24th - - 3:45 pm
Wednesday, October 25th - - 3:45 pm
Go !
10/23/2023
Do you want the best new children’s books? They’re coming to Fanwood soon! NYSD's Scholastic Book Fair takes place from November 6th through 15th. There will be a wonderful selection of engaging and affordable books for every reading level.
If you can't come to Fanwood for the Book Fair, you can order online through November 19th. Thanks for being involved in shaping your child's reading habits. All purchases through the benefit our school. Click on the link below for more information.
Thanks for supporting our students! !
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/nyschforthedeaf
10/20/2023
In celebration of , NYSD kindergarteners made ! Cooking not only involves basic math concepts, but it also helps develop language skills. Most importantly...the empañadas were delicious!
10/19/2023
We are very excited to partner with Theodore D. Young Community Center and Carmine's Italian Deli and Cafe Elmsford NY
Experiences such as these focus on assisting students in the development of broad, transferable skills for postsecondary education and the workplace. We also LOVE collaborating with our local, and beloved, community businesses and friends.
10/17/2023
Thank you to the Fairview Fire Department for visiting and teaching us the importance of Safety! Our younger elementary students participated in show and tell activity of the firefighter gear and equipment, and toured a real fire truck. Our older elementary students sat in a mock apartment where they learned about fire safety in the home and how to evacuate in the case of a fire.
10/12/2023
NYSD 3rd graders started studying in with a hands on activity where students took turns pushing a car with both a strong force and a weak force.
Students had fun while learning that a stronger force will push an object further!
NYSD vs. Delaware School for the Deaf is up now! It's a hot match with Fanwood in the lead in the 2nd set. Go Fanwood!
Due to the heavy rain, the fields have become too saturated to play and the soccer games today have been cancelled.
HOWEVER...the rain hasn't cancelled the fun day we have planned! The volleyball games are still happening, as scheduled so please be sure to stop by and cheer them on!
10 AM: NYSD vs American School for the Deaf-Athletics
12 PM: ASD vs. Delaware School for the Deaf
2 PM: NYSD vs. DSD
3:30 PM: NYSD vs. Fanwood Alumni
The rain is clearing up and we have a bouncy house castle, an ice cream truck and a food truck (cash only), and we have activities for the kids. Go Fanwood!
Fanwood wrapped up and kicked off weekend with a spirited Pep Rally to wish our and teams the best of luck in their homecoming games tomorrow! Congratulations to the newly appointed SBG Officers and our elected Homecoming Royalty!
NYSD students and staff members are gearing up for a HOT tomorrow! We are thrilled to be welcoming , friends and families from American School for the Deaf-Athletics and Delaware School for the Deaf
Also, to wrap up the Homecoming event, we're looking forward to some friendly competition as NYSD challenges the Fanwood Alumni in a volleyball match!
FREE admission, a delicious food truck (cash only), fun activities for children and families! Be sure to come on by this Saturday to show your Fanwood Spirit!
Go Fanwood!
10/03/2023
NYSD students and staff members are gearing up for a HOT this Saturday, October 7th! We are thrilled to be welcoming , friends and families from American School for the Deaf and Delaware School for the Deaf!
Also, to wrap up the Homecoming event, we're looking forward to some friendly competition as NYSD challenges the Fanwood Alumni in a volleyball match!
FREE admission, refreshments for sale, fun activities for children and families! Be sure to come on by this Saturday to show your Fanwood Spirit! View the flyer for game times and more information about the Fanwood Alumni Hall of Fame event on Saturday evening!
Go Fanwood!
10/02/2023
Last week our elementary department went on a field trip to the at Demarest Farms! The students had a great time and were already able to apply their classroom learning and witness the behind the delicious apples they brought home from seed to .
10/02/2023
Register for NYSD's Community Today!
Do you want to learn American Sign Language (ASL)? There's still time to sign up! Fanwood’s Virtual Community ASL program teaches the vocabulary and sentence structure necessary to communicate. Classes will take place virtually via ZOOM.
With questions, for more information, and to pay online, click here: https://www.nysd.net/learn-american-sign-language.html
09/29/2023
NYSD Fanwood students and staff members are gearing up to show their Fanwood Spirit! Spirit Week starts on Monday, October 2nd! Go Fanwood!
ATTENTION: Due to weather, NYSD will dismiss students early today, Friday, September 29th at 1:00pm.
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Atención: Debido al clima, NYSD despachara a los estudiantes temprano hoy, viernes, 29 de septiembre a la 1:00pm.
09/28/2023
New York School for the Deaf is still accepting applications for the role of Middle/High School Principal. If you or someone you know is interested, please apply today; the last day to apply is October 1, 2023.
Fanwood offers a competitive salAry and benefit package; please email Cover Letter & Resume to [email protected]
Visit our employment page for more information and additional opportunities: nysd.net/employment
09/27/2023
Happy birthday to Bernard Bragg! Today this legendary Deaf actor, mime, educator, playwright, poet, and writer would have celebrated his 95th birthday!
We cherish these images of Bernard Bragg as a young student of Fanwood, a graduate of Fanwood in 1947, another one with his mentor, , and one of him in character . Happy Birthday to Bernard Bragg! Today this legendary Deaf actor, mime, educator, playwright, poet, and writer would have celebrated his 95th birthday!
We cherish these images of Bernard Bragg as a young student of Fanwood, a graduate of Fanwood in 1947, another one with his mentor, , and one of him in character while performing. The final picture was taken of Bernard during one of his last visits to Fanwood for the commemoration of the theater in his name.
He has certainly left his legacy on this world and has entertained us all through his work. Happy Birthday, !
09/26/2023
Reminder! Picture Day is tomorrow, Wednesday, September 27th, 2023! Smile!
09/26/2023
NYSD's Theatre team focused on and creating and building together. They were each tasked with building a structure on their own, and it was challenging! Next, they came together as a team and learned that their project was easier when they worked together. They had a great time strategizing the best ways to make a more sturdy structure. This is a great project for September as students are back in the classroom and learning how to work together as a .
09/23/2023
Picture Day is Wednesday, September 27th, 2023!
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Tomará lugar el miercoles, 27 de septiembre de 2023!
NYSD's 2023 (IWDP) celebration concluded today, with both students and staff coming together to hold the and participate in chants aligned with this year's theme, "A World Where Deaf People Everywhere Sign Anywhere." Tomorrow is the International Day of Sign Languages as recognized by the United Nations, and the IWDP will officially conclude on Sunday.
During the week, students gained insights into the symbolic meanings of the flag's colors and its significance, which includes honoring the
artist , the mastermind behind its design. Furthermore, students were educated about the fundamental rights of Deaf children and the critical understanding that sign language is a human right.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone for their active participation and unwavering support in contributing to the success of this event. Thank you to our amazing team for coordinating a meaningful week of events!
09/21/2023
One of today's activities was centered around the Sign Union Flag. The (WFD) recently announced that its 20th General Assembly has approved the Sign Union Flag, also known as the Deaf Union Flag. This flag is a powerful symbol for deaf communities around the world, consisting of several colors that represent an awareness of humanity as inherently diverse, Deafhood, Hope, and Sign Language.
NYSD students and staff members will proudly wave these flags tomorrow during our Closing Ceremony parade.
09/20/2023
NYSD students are getting their hands dirty and harvesting the freshest, juiciest tomatoes straight from the Fanwood garden! From garden to table, they're learning valuable lessons about sustainability, teamwork, and the joy of homegrown goodness. 🍅🌿
09/19/2023
Today, in celebration of International Week of Deaf People, NYSD students took a captivating gallery walk through the history of Deaf Americans & International Leaders. Each step through the gallery was a glimpse into the journey these pioneers embarked on while fighting for the rights of all Deaf people.
At the XXI General Assembly of the World Federation of the Deaf in South Korea, the members officially endorsed the Declaration on the Rights of Deaf Children. This declaration firmly champions the rights of deaf children on a global scale. It plays an indispensable role in advancing and advocating for these rights.
Click on the link below to view the Declaration on the Rights of Deaf Children expressed in American Sign Language by New York School for the Deaf students. Well done!
Declaration on the Rights of Deaf Children in ASL At the XXI General Assembly of the World Federation of the Deaf in South Korea, the members officially endorsed the Declaration on the Rights of Deaf Childre...
NYSD kicked-off International Week of Deaf People with a visit from the talented JJ Mime ! JJ led engaging student workshops, shared his inspirational journey, and wrapped up the day by providing a school-wide performance. The students had the opportunity to ask JJ questions, and even received an autograph picture!
Thank you for visiting Fanwood and for sharing your with us, JJ!
We are looking forward to a week of events about centered around the celebration of
09/15/2023
Do you want to learn American Sign Language (ASL)? There's still time to sign up! Fanwood’s Virtual Community program teaches the vocabulary and sentence structure necessary to communicate. Classes will take place virtually via ZOOM.
With questions, for more information, and to pay online, click on the link in the bio.
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09/14/2023
Take a peek into this week's high school math classes. NYSD's 9th grade students started out the year with a math-oriented "All About Me" project, and our 10th graders learned how to create scatter, box, and whisker plots using the Ti-Nspire calculators.
09/12/2023
It's wonderful to see the smiles throughout campus as students and staff members dive back into another school year!
09/11/2023
With heavy hearts, NYSD honors the lives lost, and the heroes gained on 9/11/01. Thank You.
To kick-off International Week of Deaf People, Fanwood is thrilled to welcome JJ Mime! JJ will meet with the students, give workshops, and provide a schoolwide performance! JJ uses mime techniques as well as multimedia to perform and educate. While JJ's performances are top-notch, he also gives workshops that teach expression and the art of as well as .
We look forward to seeing JJ back on campus, AND celebrating !
The campus is quiet for the day, but tomorrow it will be bustling with activity as we welcome the students and their parents back to school for Opening Day!
See you tomorrow!
We had another great day of workshops led by teachers and staff members, and department meetings focused on planning for the upcoming school year. NYSD is so grateful for its talented and dedicated educators and professionals!
We are looking forward to seeing the students and parents on campus this Friday for Opening Day!
Welcome back Fanwood Staff Members!! It was great to see the faculty and staff members back on campus today for the first day of Opening Week! We kicked off the day with a welcome back presentation from Superintendent, Dr. Joseph Santini and followed it up with a series of workshops, friendly Fanwood-based competitions, and department meetings.
We are all looking forward to seeing the Fanwood students and their families on campus for Opening Day this Friday, September 8!
Superintendent Dr. Joseph Santini, along with members of the NYSD Safety Committee, recently stopped by the Greenburgh Police Department. They spent some time learning more about the Fanwood , and the history of Fanwood. They wrapped up the visit by learning basic signs to use when communicating with Deaf people in an emergency.
We are extremely appreciative of our longstanding partnership towards ensuring the safety of our students and community.
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