Arkansas
School For the Deaf and Blind

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SUPPORT ARDB

The Arkansas School for the Deaf and Blind (ARDB) is dedicated to empowering students who are Deaf, hard of hearing, blind, or visually impaired with the education, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive. As Arkansas’s only public school serving these students, ARDB provides a learning environment where language, communication, accessibility, and belonging are at the center of every day.
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ASL Class

ASL CLASS

Interested in learning American Sign Language (ASL)? We’d love to hear from you. Please email us to share your interest, ask questions, or learn more about available opportunities.
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Braille Class

BRAILLE CLASS

If you’re interested in learning Braille, we’d love to help you get started! Click the bottom below to email us to express your interest, and we’ll share the information.
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ARDB Superintendent Nicole Walsh
Nicole Walsh
Superintendent

 Welcome!

Welcome to the Arkansas School for the Deaf and Blind (ARDB). Our school carries a proud and meaningful legacy shaped by the histories of the Arkansas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired and the Arkansas School for the Deaf. As one unified school, we honor that heritage while focusing on the success of every student we serve.

At ARDB, our mission is to empower students with the tools, confidence, and support to become independent, capable adults. We provide specialized instruction and individualized support that help each learner grow, thrive, and prepare for life beyond school.

Thank you for visiting and for supporting the students and community of ARDB.