Category: News
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Class of 1986 40th Reunion
The Class of 1986 celebrated their 40th reunion at the Alumni Pavilion on WPSD’s campus on October 10, 2026. Kevin McDonough, WPSD’s 11th Superintendent, graciously gave us a wonderful tour that took us all down memory lane. Some of us couldn’t resist playing a round of foosball at the Lion’s Den — one of our…
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Steelers Michael Pittman Jr. visit WPSD
Note: WPSD Alumni collected four articles, along with photos and videos about this special event at WPSD. Steelers receiver Michael Pittman Jr. holds flag football clinic at Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf By Triblive.com, Published on Oct. 6, 2026. Source Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. teamed up with Love Sign founder Alexis…
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2026 WPSD Homecoming Weekend
WPSD’s 2026 Homecoming Weekend (Sept. 25-26) featured a parade, crowning of King Jreem and Queen Anae, sports tournaments, and a block party. WPSD won the soccer championship, 3-1 over VSDB, and placed third in volleyball. The weekend celebrated school spirit, community, and connection.
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Five Guys: More Than 40 Years of Friendship and Golf
During the 19th Annual Western Pennsylvania Deaf Golf Association (WPDGA) Tournament at Rolling Acres Golf Course in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, on August 8–9, 2026, five longtime friends came together to enjoy another round of golf. These five guys have been playing golf together on courses everywhere for more than 40 years. They share a special…
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The Giving Tree by Dancos
Established by alumni Rodney (Class of 1965) and Vicki Danco (Class of 1974), the Giving Tree at the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf is a place for friends and family to remember and recognize students, who attended the School through the years. The Tree is located in the hallway along the Learning Center and…
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Alumni Reunion – 2026 Awards
Alumni Reunion’s most highlight event is the Alumni Awards Ceremony on Saturday, June 20, 2026. Stephen Rute ’74, Chairman of the Alumni Awards Committee, introduced each recipient and shared the background and accomplishments that made them deserve of recognition. Alumni Merit Award David Fulmer – Class of 1996 David Fulmer has worked as an application…
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Alumni Reunion Brings WPSD Alumni Back Together
Written by the WPSD Alumni Association The Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf Alumni Association (WPSDAA) hosted its 38th Triennial Alumni Reunion on June 19–21, 2026, at the WPSD campus in Edgewood, Pennsylvania. Blessed with beautiful sunny weather throughout most of the weekend, approximately 117 alumni and friends gathered to celebrate friendships, memories, and their…
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38th Alumni Reunion: Connecting Generations of WPSD Alumni
Reported by Stephen Rute, Class of 1974 Since 1915, WPSD alumni have gathered for reunions to celebrate their shared heritage and enduring connection to their alma mater. On June 19–20, 2026, alumni returned to campus for the 38th Alumni Reunion. Old and new friends, as well as young and older generations, came together to rekindle…
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WPSDAA Executive Board Members 2026-2029
PRESIDENTTony Dumblosky, Class of 1999 1ST VICE-PRESIDENTNick Bertone, Class of 2017 2ND VICE-PRESIDENTIsabella DiRenzo, Class of 2017 SECRETARYValentine Wojton, Class of 1976 TREASURERLisa Begley, Class of 1983 TRUSTEESDavid Fulmer, Class of 1996Jamie Kitchen, Class of 1994Brian Mihoerck MEMBERS-AT-LARGE