The Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
The Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf (WPSD), a non-profit, tuition-free school, provides academic, athletic, and extracurricular programs to deaf and hard of hearing children from birth through twelfth grade. Founded in 1869, WPSD continues its tradition of excellence through services to children across Pennsylvania. WPSD’s barrier-free, accessible communication environment meets the needs of the individual student. American Sign Language, Sign Supported English and Spoken English are all incorporated to promote the academic, social, emotional and physical development of our students. Tour the school by following the link below to schedule a visit.
Our Newsletter
The Keystone is published three times during the school year and features the Programs of WPSD – including information about student accomplishments, events on campus, and the ongoing efforts to promote the success and achievement of deaf and hard of hearing students throughout Pennsylvania.
What's New?
Mark your calendars!
WPSD Homecoming and Block Party are coming to campus very soon!
Stay tuned for more details about our upcoming homecoming celebration and our annual block party!
WPSD is hosting its annual Community Block Party on Saturday, September 26th from 1 – 4 p.m.! This wonderful event, which takes place on and near the WPSD campus, is free and open to the public. There will be fun for the entire family including a petting zoo, games, food, music, face painters, a balloon artist, and much more! Event information is posted on WPSD’s Facebook page and at wpsd.org. For more details, please contact Sarah Bartlebaugh at sbartlebaugh@wpsd.org. Please join us! We would love to see you there!
WPSD’s livestream channel featuring all soccer games during Homecoming weekend.
WPSD’s livestream channel featuring all volleyball games, pep rally, and the crowning ceremony!
Stay tuned for more details about our upcoming homecoming celebration and our annual block party!
WPSD is hosting its annual Community Block Party on Saturday, September 26th from 1 – 4 p.m.! This wonderful event, which takes place on and near the WPSD campus, is free and open to the public. There will be fun for the entire family including a petting zoo, games, food, music, face painters, a balloon artist, and much more! Event information is posted on WPSD’s Facebook page and at wpsd.org. For more details, please contact Sarah Bartlebaugh at sbartlebaugh@wpsd.org. Please join us! We would love to see you there!