Author: daveynin
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Obituary: Charleka Grubbs, Class of 2010
Charleka Grubbs, WPSD Class of 2010 passed peacefully on Saturday night, May 10, 2025. As you guys may know Charleka Grubbs aka Leka Nicole has transitioned on. Her Funeral Arrangements are set for May 23rd which is a Friday. Spriggs-Watson Funeral Home, 720 N Lang Ave 15208 Viewing will be from 10am-12pm! Her favorite color…
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Alumni Meeting Minutes: January 18, 2025
Alumni Meeting Minutes: January 18, 2025, respectfully submitted by Linda Tajc, WPSD Alumni Secretary.
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Obituary: Benjamin Wilkerson, Jr. (Enrolled)
Benjamin James Wilkerson, Jr. 96, departed this life on Sunday March 9, 2025. Ben was born March 26, 1928 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Mr. Wilkerson was born March 26, 1928 in Philadelphia, PA. He is the son of the late Benjamin Wilkerson Sr. and the late Alberta (Harris) Wilkerson. Ben attended Western Pennsylvania School for the…
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WPSD and ESDAA
The Eastern Schools for the Deaf Athletic Association (ESDAA) was founded in 1927 to provide student-athletes at member schools with opportunities for competitive tournaments and championships. These events emphasize sportsmanship, ethical behavior, and integrity, in line with the standards set by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS). The organization began with a…
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Obituary: Pearl (Litten) Grim, Class of 1952
Pearl was born in Greene County, Pennsylvania to Jennie and Russell Litten on September 16, 1932. She lived on the farm with her parents and her brother, Harvey, until she left to attend Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She met and married Vincent Grim, and they lived happily in Cleveland, Ohio.…
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May Day History
WPSD hosts May Day, one of the most popular and vibrant events of the school year—typically on the Friday before Memorial Day weekend. Let’s take a closer look at the rich history behind this beloved tradition.
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Primary Building
Stephen Rute wrote the 2024 article and David Fulmer created the illustrator of 2025 storyboard. Learn both to get know more about the Primary Building transformation.
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Obituary: James Dawson, Class of 1969
James Paul Dawson, 74, of Altoona, peacefully passed away Sunday evening at Select Specialty Hospital in Johnstown. He was born in Altoona, son of the late George Thomas Dawson Sr. and Dolores Dawson. James was also preceded in death by siblings, George Thomas Dawson Jr. and Sondra Irvine; and best friend, Patty Black Andorio. James…
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Obituary: Damian Over (Enrolled)
Damian Lee Over, age 44 passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025. He enrolled in WPSD and left in 1995. He reside near Los Angeles, California. Damian Lee Over passed to eternal life on the 15th of March 2025, in Los Angeles, California. He began his educational journey at the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf…