[GreaterPhilly] Fwd: [Nfbnet-members-list] BLIND, Inc. PREP 2022 Announcement

DENICE BROWN dbrown8827 at aol.com
Wed Feb 16 10:27:14 UTC 2022



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> From: Michell Gip via NFBNet-Members-List <nfbnet-members-list at nfbnet.org>
> Date: February 15, 2022 at 10:27:19 PM EST
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> Subject: [Nfbnet-members-list] BLIND, Inc. PREP 2022 Announcement
> Reply-To: Michell Gip <mgip at blindinc.org>
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> Blindness: Learning In New Dimensions (BLIND), Inc.
> Post-secondary Readiness Empowerment Program (PREP) 2022
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> Apply today to PREP 2022, a summer program for all blind/low vision high school students!
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> When: June 11, 2022 - July 31, 2022! 
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> Where: BLIND, Inc.: 100 East 22nd St., Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55404.
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> Application Deadline: March 31, 2022
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> What: This exciting summer program is designed to prepare students to reach their personal, academic, and professional goals as they transition to adulthood.  The PREP curriculum empowers blind youth as they learn the alternative techniques of blindness and develop the self-confidence needed to become successful adults!
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> Instruction: The core classes include Braille reading and writing, independent cane travel, adaptive technology, career exploration, and home management, which includes cooking, cleaning, personal care, and daily living skills.  Students also participate in regularly-scheduled discussion groups designed to build confidence and learn from blind peers and adults.  PREP students live with fellow students and adult counselors in apartments.  Counselors and instructors serve as successful and positive role models.  Students shop for groceries, prepare meals, and clean their apartments as part of their home and personal management training, while using public transportation on a regular basis. They begin to learn how to live independently while still in a supportive environment. Students develop problem-solving skills needed to take care of themselves and determine their own future!
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> World of Work: Students will create their professional profile, network, and gain hands on experience through community projects. These opportunities will help you understand various fields, the process of obtaining a job, professional development, and professionalism. 
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> National Convention: In July, PREP students will enjoy the opportunity to accompanying BLIND, Inc., staff and adult students as we travel to New Orleans, Louisiana to attend the week-long National Federation of the Blind (NFB) convention.  During this convention, our PREP students will join hundreds of other high school and college students from around the country when attending the National Association of Blind Students (NABS) meeting.  Students will also attend other meetings and seminars, learn about new ground-breaking technology, and get involved in social and recreational activities.  This annual convention is packed full of great learning opportunities and fun experiences.
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> Confidence Building Activities: Throughout the summer, the PREP students will participate in a variety of fun activities, including adaptive cycling, kayaking, rock climbing, amusement parks, shopping at various malls, and much more.  
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> Contact Michell Gip, Youth Services Coordinator, at 612-872-0100, Ext. 231, or mgip at blindinc.org for more information or an application.  We can assist you to work with your local vocational rehabilitation agency to attend the program.
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> Apply today to ensure your space in this program!  Applications are due March 31, 2022.  Applications received after this date will be on a first come first serve basis. 
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> Michell Gip, MAT, NCUEB, NOMCT
> Youth Services Coordinator 
> Blindness: Learning In New Dimensions (BLIND), Inc. 
> 100 East 22nd St. 
> Minneapolis, MN. 55404 
> Phone: 612-872-0100 ext. 231
> mgip at blindinc.org
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