Category: News
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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.…
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2026 May Queen: Calling out of May Queens!
Calling All WPSD May Queens! We warmly invite all former May Queens to join us as honored guests at the 75th May Day Anniversary celebration. Come be part of this special milestone event!
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2026 Alumni Reunion Schedule (Tentative)
Date: June 19-21, 2026Location: WPSD campus This schedule is tentative and subject to change. Please check back for updates as event dates approach. Friday, June 19, 2026 3:00 PM – WPSD gates open3:00 PM – 6:00 PM – Registration at WPSD Pavilion3:00 PM – 6:00 PM – Dorm check-in6:30 PM – 8:30 PM – General…
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Help Us Donate WPSD’s Playground Project
WPSD are thrilled to announce a new project planned for WPSD’s youngest learners. Construction is expected to begin in the summer of 2026 on a large play and recreation space including two new playgrounds especially designed for our Children’s Center and Elementary School students. The current playground has been loved by our students for many…
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2026 Alumni Cornhole Tournament Photos
On March 7, 2026, the WPSD Alumni hosted a successful Cornhole Tournament fundraiser at Velum Fermentation. Approximately 50 attendees enjoyed an 8-hour afternoon of socializing, dining, and competition. With 25 players participating in the tournament, it was a wonderful opportunity to reconnect and raise funds for our alumni programs. Go to our photo album to…
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Post-Gazette: School for the Deaf players assist an opponent and teach everyone a lesson
‘There are things that are much bigger than basketball’ is a message these players embodied Bob Batz Jr.Pittsburgh Post-Gazettebbatz@post-gazette.com fter traveling all the way to Connecticut for a big tournament, several girls basketball players for the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf made some passes that cost their team several points. Some might wonder, “What…
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2026 ESDAA Boys and Cheerleader: Feb 6-8
Mark your calendars! WPSD is hosting 2026 ESDAA Division I Boys Basketball & Cheerleading Tournament on February 6-8, 2026. To get more information about this tournament: schedule date/times, teams, history and photos, hit the button below! To view the live streaming on the video for basketball and cheerleading events, hit the button: Get ready for…
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WPSD Alumnus gather at The Villages
A gathering of WPSD alumni in The Villages, FL on January 20, 2026. From left to right: Harold Mowl (1965); Randy Prezioso (1975); Donald Galloway (1973); Mary Powell Wilson (1973); Edward “Buddy” Shephard (1972); Karen Brickett Russell (1970); Dale Ford (1965); Fern Reisinger (widow of Charles Reisinger, 1969). Thanks to Susan Sien and Brenda Frankel…