Presenter: Anthony Blades, Blindness Skills Specialist Date: Friday, September 9, 2016 Time: 10-3 (lunch on your own) Cost: FREE Location: Room TBA Truman State University 100 E. Normal Kirksville, MO 63501 Overview of Workshop: This workshop will focus on the unique aspects of educating students who have visual impairments and the role of the … [Read more...] about When You Have A Student With A Visual Impairment
“See the Future” Programs Founded in 1933, LHB is a non-profit 501(c)3 enterprise that helps children and adults who are visually impaired maintain dignity and independence by offering employment, education and support services. The “See the Future” programs were first launched in January of 2005. These programs have grown to include assistance to students in areas of … [Read more...] about Lighthouse for the Blind St. Louis Programs
The Blindness Skills Specialist are excited to have a blog for the new school year. Here you will find community resources and information to support students who are blind or visually impaired. We will update weekly to keep you informed about workshops, seminars, programs, and camps. Have a great year! Julie Anderson-Ituarte DJ Butcher … [Read more...] about New School Year
A district may not be aware of the resources available locally or nationally to guide and assist schools, educators, and families. As a result, resources and referrals are provided to schools and families regarding available services offered by agencies or other entities. To request professional development, technical assistance or resources/referrals from the Blindness … [Read more...] about Resources available from the Blindness Skills Specialist
Eligibility The Missouri guidelines indicate a student is considered as having a visual impairment and eligible for specialist education services when these criteria are met:: An eye report from an optometrist or ophthalmologist indicating the student has a progressive visual condition or a visual impairment with an acuity of 20/70 or less in the better eye after best … [Read more...] about Missouri Eligibility Criteria for Visual Impairment