Category: News
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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
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2026 Alumni Reunion Photo Gallery
We had an absolute blast welcoming alumni back to the WPSD campus for our 38th Triennial Alumni Reunion on June 19–20, 2026! Take a look at the photos and enjoy the memories captured over these two wonderful days.
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Brian Kitchen, 2026 Alumnus of the Year
WPSD Alumni Association Honors Brian Kitchen as 2026 Outstanding Alumnus of the Year The WPSD Alumni Association selected Brian Kitchen, Class of 1991, as the 2026 Outstanding Alumnus of the Year. Brian was recognized at a celebratory dinner held on June 11, 2026, prior to the Commencement Ceremony, in recognition of his dedication and enduring…
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75th May Day – A Cherished Tradition
Written by Stephen RutePhoto courtesy by WPSD Alumnis and WPSD staff At WPSD, May Day was more than just an event—it was a cherished tradition that brought together students, families, alumni, and staff in celebration of school pride, culture, and community. The 75th Annual May Day stood as a reminder of those early moments and…
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Greater Latrobe grad born to 2 deaf parents finds passion as sign language interpreter amid shortage
Daisy Wishard has been using sign language to communicate with her WPSD parents since she was 9 months old Note: Daisy Wishard is mother of Hollie (Lewis) Culley, Class of 2000 graduate. Greater Latrobe graduate Daisy Wishard began picking up American Sign Language when she was 9 months old — before she learned spoken English.…