Donald Wade - Honorary Staff

Coaching, Education & Community

FSDB Teacher and Coach for 15 years (1978-1993)

He served as a teacher and coach at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB), making a lasting impact both in the classroom and through extracurricular activities.

In 1992, he was honored through the dedication of the La Coquina yearbook, recognizing his unwavering dedication to his students and his lasting contributions to the school community.

As a vocational educator, he taught students about the auto body shop, providing them with practical, hands-on skills and knowledge. His commitment to students extended well beyond the regular school day, as he worked with students after school on rocketry projects, encouraging their curiosity, creativity, and interest in hands-on learning.

He was also an active member of the Deaf community, contributing his time and energy to the Palms Club and various sports teams.

Through teaching, coaching, mentoring, and community involvement, he demonstrated a strong commitment to helping FSDB students develop skills, confidence, and a lifelong interest in learning.