[MDPOBC] Mid-October 2021
Maria de la Concepcion Hernandez Legorreta
mariahl at mdschblind.org
Thu Nov 18 16:21:19 UTC 2021
Mid-October 2021
"Eyes on Maryland" Mid November 2021 Note
We have some great upcoming events so check them out! All events are always being updated on the Maryland TVI Portal<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=2291f8fbcf&e=f570d81d7e>
November 2021
· 19: Visonaware Webinar: Holiday Gifts for Children and Adults Who are Blind and Visually Impaired <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=28c1192c95&e=f570d81d7e>
· 20: MSB Short Course: Virtual Storytelling <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=d05b96b1a0&e=f570d81d7e>
· 20: MSB Parent short course: Holiday Cooking Ideas for your Aspiring Chef <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=4f9ddbf679&e=f570d81d7e>
· 30: Maryland Narrowing the Gap for Blind and Low Vision Student Application (TVI program) DUE<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=9b84c9b408&e=f570d81d7e>
December 2021
· 1: APH Webinar: ParentConnect: A family support Group offered in partnership with the Virtual Parent Support Group Chicago Lighthouse for the Blind<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=125208f4a2&e=f570d81d7e>
· 3: MSB Outreach Low Vision Clinic. Contact sharonw at mdschblind.org<mailto:sharonw at mdschblind.org>
· 6: NFB Career Mentoring: Advocating for Yourself on the College Campus. Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/96848235786<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=dd957fbb8f&e=f570d81d7e> Meeting ID: 968 4823 5786
· 10: NCUEB<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=037d28c0ec&e=f570d81d7e> test at the Maryland School for the Blind
· 14: NFB Career Mentoring: Financial Lilteracy. Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/97805432758<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=2f84647ea0&e=f570d81d7e> Meeting ID: 978 0543 2758
· 17: Deadline to Request a braille Santa or Winter Letter <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=6ff32b4516&e=f570d81d7e>
· 20: NFB Career Mentoring: Mastering the Job Interview. Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/94217340451<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=e190f78309&e=f570d81d7e> Meeting ID: 942 1734 0451
Narrowing the Gap for Blind and Low Vision Students in Maryland Teacher Preparation Program
Become a Highly Qualified Teacher of Blind Students
In an effort to narrow this gap, the Maryland State Department of Education Division of Early Intervention/Special Education Services is partnering with the National Federation of the Blind and Louisiana Tech University to bring a quality, nationally recognized program to Maryland consisting of in-person and virtual learning experiences. The NFB Professional Learning Community/Immersion and Mentoring Program will consist of in-person components that will be conducted at the National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute (NFBJI) located in Baltimore, Maryland, the NFB Washington Seminar held in Washington, D.C., and the NFB National Convention held in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Louisiana Tech University Graduate Certificate program is a one-year program that is primarily remote but has a weeklong immersion experience at the NFBJI. Applicants must already possess a teaching certificate for this program.
Time and Tuition
This first cohort will begin in the spring of 2022, with an anticipated graduation in the spring of 2023. Individuals that are selected to participate in this first cohort will receive full tuition with a signed agreement to stay in Maryland and teach for a minimum of three years.
How to apply
In order to be considered for participation, individuals must:
* Currently hold a teaching credential.
* Complete the application and provide all requested information, including a written essay<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=307b0d463f&e=f570d81d7e>.
* Apply and be accepted to the Louisiana Tech Graduate Certificate in Visual Impairments - Blind Education program. You must apply separately through Louisiana Tech by November 30, 2021, to receive funding through this program. Application for Louisiana Tech Graduate Certificate in Visual Impairments - Blind Education program<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=12bd527d89&e=f570d81d7e>
* Participate in the following in-person programming components. While the NFB Professional Learning Community/Immersion and Mentoring Program and Louisiana Tech program are primarily virtual, there are several required in-person components that must be attended. Assistance will be provided for individuals to participate.
* NFB Washington Seminar, Washington, D.C. – February 7-9, 2022
* NFB National Convention, New Orleans, Louisiana – July 5-10, 2022
* Weeklong Immersion Training Experience, Baltimore Maryland – June 2022
* Agree to work at least three years in Maryland post graduation or be required to repay 100% of the tuition assistance received.
* Deadline to apply November 30
[Maryland School for the Blind: See Beyond]
Maryland School for the Blind Outreach Department: Fall and Winter Short Courses 2021
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Virtual Storytelling Workshop for all Ages
Saturday, November 20th, 2021
10:00 - 10:45 am for younger students
11:00 - 11:45 am for younger students
Register for Virtual Storytelling here<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=29d185b22c&e=f570d81d7e>
Grab a comfy seat and settle back to listen to the TWO-TIME STORYTELLING GRAMMY WINNER, Bill Harley, enthrall and delight you with his stories. Fun for the whole family!
Holiday Cooking Ideas for Your Aspiring Chef
Saturday, November 20th, 2021 / 10:00-10:45 am
Register for Holiday cooking ideas here<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=f5ba8faa1b&e=f570d81d7e>
View a prerecorded video tutorial presentation in which Melissa Sheeder and
Conchita Hernandez share some of their favorite recipes and kitchen “tricks of the trade”. Melissa and Conchita, both with visual impairments, will demonstrate techniques when using some of their favorite kitchen gadgets, tools and recipes.
[Colorfull full Braille cell. Words on the logo " Maryland Regional Braille Challenge and the Braille Insitute"]
2022 Maryland Regional Braille Challenge
We need a variety of help to help make the Braille Challenge a success but we can't do it without you!
Date: February 5, 2022
I just can't wait till you tell me your volunteering! <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=4157daf7e0&e=f570d81d7e>
We are unsure if the event will be in person or virtual at this time so stay tuned!
Check out the website for updates: Maryland<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=360ece44fd&e=f570d81d7e>Regional Braille Challenge<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=d705e7b54c&e=f570d81d7e>
Complete the 2022<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=983487d28e&e=f570d81d7e> Maryland Regional Braille Challenge Volunteer Form<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=be7a3d4649&e=f570d81d7e>
You can volunteer for a few hours in the morning, a few hours in the afternoon or all day! The google form provides more details.
This year’s theme will be “Just Add Braille to Your Recipe for Success!” Parents and students will focus on ECC skills in the kitchen!
Feel free to start spreading the word!
Contact Jackie Otwell: jacquelineo at mdschblind.org<mailto:jacquelineo at mdschblind.org>
NFB Career Mentoring Program
Virtual modules scheduled for December in hopes that you will refer your transition consumers to our program. Remember that our online mentee application can be found at https://nfb.org/menteeapplication<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=0d79d7e7d1&e=f570d81d7e> but this step should not be an obstacle to consumers joining in to discover what they are all about.
Advocating for Yourself on the College Campus
12/6/2021 7:00 PM ET
This module will provide students with strategies to effectively advocate on the college campus to obtain accessible course materials and information and technology, proactively communicate with professors, and navigate college disability services and requests for accommodation. Students will also learn about the importance of strong blindness skills, self-confidence, and blending in as predictors of success, as well as learning about the soft skills important in effective leadership.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/96848235786<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=da4eef6170&e=f570d81d7e>
Meeting ID: 968 4823 5786
Financial Literacy
12/14/2021 7:00 PM ET
Pre-Employment Transition Category
After completing this module, students will have gained familiarity with a variety of financial institutions, learned how to open a personal bank account, write checks, and balance a checkbook.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/97805432758<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=1721343733&e=f570d81d7e>
Meeting ID: 978 0543 2758
Mastering the Job Interview
12/20/2021 7:00 PM ET
After completing this module, students will become familiar with the job interview process, including how to effectively research an organization, prepare for an interview, and conduct oneself during and following an interview. The student will be familiar with issues to consider relating to disclosure of a disability prior to, during, or after the interview.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/94217340451<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=acfb1aa45c&e=f570d81d7e>
Meeting ID: 942 1734 0451
With any questions or need for further information or clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out to me. Maurice Peret: mperet at nfb.org<mailto:mperet at nfb.org>
The First Transition Fair was a success!
The Maryland Transition Coalition made up of the Maryland School for the Blind, National Federation of the Blind of Maryland, DORS, Colombia Lighthouse for the Blind, Bridges Transition Help Desk, Connections Beyond Sight and Sound and Blind Industries and Services of Maryland, put on the first Transition fair for blind and low vision youth on November 12. We were able to share resources and information in person with students, parents and providers. Thank you to all who attended and made this event possible.
[Ally from MSB connects with two students. They are all looking at the camera]
[Educators connecting with Maurice Peret]
[Qualik Ford giving a great speech]
[Bridges Help Desk Connecting with educators.]
[Ally in front of a MSB Booth with MSB logo and materias on the table.]
Santa Letters and Winter Celebration
The National Federation of the Blind works to get more Braille into the hands of blind and low-vision children. We are excited to provide Braille letters and activities to celebrate the holiday and winter season in December. Each letters is part of a fun celebration packet of activities. The celebration packet is accompanied by a print copy for the whole family to participate. Request a Santa or Winter Celebration letter!
Please choose a letter from Santa or a winter celebration letter for your child. <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=f04c7191f1&e=f570d81d7e>
Letters <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=c6bf2a4bb3&e=f570d81d7e> En Español<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=fbae2d8e53&e=f570d81d7e>
[Hashtag and a heart in talking bubbles]
Accessibility tip: Using Hashtags
When using hashtags use camel case. This means you capitalize the first letter of every word. This makes it readable to people using screen readers. So instead of writing #loveyou or #Loveyou you should write #LoveYou
Try to incorporate this in all your social media posts so we can all enjoy them!
Questions or comments: email conchita.hernandez @ maryland.gov<http://maryland.gov>
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Conchita Hernandez
Statewide Blind and Low Vision Specialist
Maryland State Department of Education
Division of Special Education/Early
Intervention Services
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