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<span style="color:#000000">March upcoming events</span></h1>
<span style="color:#000000">You can check out the most up to date events on the </span>
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<a href="mailto:conchita.hernandez@maryland.gov" target="_blank">conchita.hernandez@maryland.gov</a> to add your events to the Portal</span>
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<span style="color:#000000">March</span></h2>
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<li><span style="color:#000000">2: NFB Career Mentoring Program Virtual pre-employment Training Modules. 7-9 PM EDT: Exploring Possible Careers Through Interest Evaluations. Zoom meeting information
</span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=3041c53ef9&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">https://zoom.us/j/8451905685</span></a><span style="color:#000000">
Meeting ID: 845 190 5685</span> </li><li><span style="color:#000000">3: NFB Career Mentoring Program Virtual pre-employment Training Modules. 5-7 pm EST. Exploring Your Interests Through Job Shadowing and Internships. Zoom meeting info:
</span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=fdc0196adf&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">https://zoom.us/j/8451905685</span></a><span style="color:#000000">
Meetting ID: 845 190 5685</span> </li><li><span style="color:#000000">4: NFB Career Mentoring Program Virtual pre-employment Training Modules.. Self-Advocating Toward Independence. 7-9 PM EST. Zoom meeting information:
</span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=ea23fa55ce&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">https://zoom.us/j/8451905685</span></a><span style="color:#000000">
Meeting ID: 845 190 5685. </span> </li><li><span style="color:#000000">5: APH: </span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=26b50c90aa&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">Navigation
of Braille Certification. </span></a><span style="color:#000000">1 pm EST. </span>
</li><li><span style="color:#000000">10: CVI Connect: CVI Live 'How to highlight salient features in our CViConnect Activity Designer' 3:30 pm Detroit time.</span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=a8ff52624f&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">
Join Zoom Meeting</span></a><span style="color:#000000"> Meeting ID: 330 080 7882. Passcode: cviconnect</span>
</li><li><span style="color:#000000">10: APH: </span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=88f62395fd&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">More
Playful Experiences for Pre-Braille Instruction </span></a><span style="color:#000000">(Lego Braille Bricks). 1 pm EST </span>
</li><li><span style="color:#000000">11:</span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=13eb4d7c8a&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">
Career Education…Through the Years. </span></a><span style="color:#000000">7 pm EST. I’m excited about this webinar! I really enjoy helping parents/teachers understand the importance of Career Education in the lives of children who are blind/Visually impaired.
Career Education is one way that we can help our children to be better prepared for life after school, whether they are work bound, college bound or attending a trade school. Career Education is for EVERYBODY! The behaviors and skills that are incorporated
in Career Education can be generalized to all aspects of the child’s life!!</span>
</li><li><span style="color:#000000">12: APH: </span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=1c2015ea9f&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">MATT
Connect: A Teacher’s Perspective.</span></a><span style="color:#000000"> 12 pm EST. </span>
</li><li><span style="color:#000000">13: Transition LITE Program: Contact Contact Bethany Martin, Manager of Youth and Education Services. Phone: 202-573-9661 (cell). E-mail:
</span><a href="mailto:bmartin@clb.org" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">bmartin@clb.org</span></a>
</li><li><span style="color:#000000">16: APH: </span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=16d20dc349&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">Up
in the Clouds with Google Drive and JAWS. </span></a><span style="color:#000000">11:30 PM – 1:00 PM EST. Are you new to using Google Drive with JAWS? Want tips and keyboard shortcuts for accessing files from anywhere? Join us for an overview of Google Drive
and introduction to the web interface. Soon you’ll have your files conveniently stored in the cloud.</span>
</li><li><span style="color:#000000">17: CBSS:</span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=7d2f2913db&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">
Reunión del Grupo de Padres Latinos</span></a><span style="color:#000000"> </span>
</li><li><span style="color:#000000">26:</span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=c3291e8b9d&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">
The Space Next Door (Outlining the solar system).</span></a><span style="color:#000000"> 3:30 PM EST. he Solar System is an exciting place for everyone. Jump aboard this class to learn more about our cosmic neighborhood. Instructor Josh Urban hosts an exploration
of learning, covering topics like how the Sun works, where the Moon came from, why Saturn has a ring, and how far away mysterious Neptune is. The aim is not only to educate the student on existing scientific fact, but also to encourage them to engage with
a field of study commonly (and erroneously) associated only with the visual. For blind and low vision students. </span>
</li><li><span style="color:#000000">30: CBSS: </span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=72b176c28d&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">ASL
Classifiers for beginners.</span></a><span style="color:#000000"> We hear all about using classifiers with ASL, but do you really understand what a classifier is or how to use it? This online class is designed for beginners to understand what a classifiers
is and how to use them correctly. </span> </li></ul>
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<span style="color:#000000">2021 Maryland Regional Braille Challenge</span></h1>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">Donut miss reading this! The results of the 2021 Maryland Regional Braille Challenge have been prepared! Here are the winners!</span></span></p>
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<strong><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">Apprentice:</span></span></strong></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">1st Place - Maya Penna</span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">2nd Place: Jermiah Mude</span></span></p>
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<strong><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">Freshman:</span></span></strong></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">1st Place: Enny Osunkoya</span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">2nd Place: Riley Sanders </span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">3rd Place: Elizabeth Riccobono </span></span></p>
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<strong><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">Sophomore:</span></span></strong></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">1st Place: Paul Bloxom </span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">2nd Place: Aaron Shrieves</span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">3rd Place: Adam Shrieves</span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">HM: Oriana Riccobono</span></span></p>
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<strong><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">JV:</span></span></strong></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">1st Place: Noami Jean Mills</span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">2nd Place: Naudia Graham</span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">3rd Place: Meredith Day</span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">HM: Maria Zoerlein </span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">HM: Tyler Huber</span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">HM: Derrick Day</span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">HM: Alexis McPhail</span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">HM: Hanna Wages</span></span></p>
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<strong><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">Varsity: </span></span></strong></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">1st Place: Julia Stockburger</span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">2nd Place: Sujan Dhakal</span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">3rd Place: Amadi Sullivan</span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">HM: Tiffany Smith</span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">If you have a Facebook account you can check out the
<a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=e548f74b77&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline">
recording of the Award Ceremony on Maryland School for the Blind's Facebook page</a>. </span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">Thank you for all of your support to make this event a success! The 2022 Maryland Regional Braille Challenge will be held on February 5th so mark your calendars! Participants are going to be riding a
wave of Braille! </span></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:arial,helvetica neue,helvetica,sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">SAVE THE DATE FOR OUTREACH'S FIRST TECH TRIVIA CHALLENGE! </span></span></strong></span></h1>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">Monday, April 12th at 4 pm </span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:18px">This event will be held using the Zoom video conferencing platform. Students in middle and high school will work in teams to participate in a Jeopardy style game show. Participation will be limited to
20 students. The theme for this Tech Trivia Challenge will be screen readers. Questions will involve JAWS, NVDA, Chromevox and VoiceOver. Prizes will be awarded. More details to come! </span></span></p>
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<span style="color:#000000">Connections Beyond Sight and Sound: Family to Family Equipment Corner</span></h1>
<span style="color:#000000">Do you need equipment or supplies that might be available from another child or family? <br>
Do you have equipment or supplies that are no longer used or needed by your child or family?<br>
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<strong>Good news! </strong><br>
Connections Beyond Sight and Sound is creating a Family-to-Family Equipment Corner — connecting parents and caregivers who are in need with parents and caregivers who are doing a good deed.<br>
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From bath chairs and walkers to adapted toys and clothing and other supports, our goal is to support families and link outgrown, no longer needed, or not being used materials that are in good condition to the folks who can use just that bit of treasure!<br>
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For more information on this new program or to see a list of currently available items, check out the
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<span style="color:#000000">Connections Beyond Sight and Sound Webinars</span></h1>
<span style="color:#000000">March 30, 3-5 pm EST: </span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=aa4be54cf7&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">ASL
Classifiers for beginners</span></a><br>
<span style="color:#000000">We hear all about using classifiers with ASL, but do you really understand what a classifier is or how to use it? This online class is designed for beginners to understand what a classifiers is and how to use them correctly.<br>
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17 Marzo, 8-9 pm EST: </span><strong><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=35ee5dfbad&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">Reunión
del Grupo de Padres Latinos</span></a><span style="color:#000000"> – (Parent support group in Spanish)</span></strong><br>
<span style="color:#000000">Únase al nuevo Grupo de Padres Latinos de ASDC. Este grupo se reunirá mensualmente. Las reuniones son gratuitas (solo regístrese a continuación) y se llevarán a cabo en español. Hablaremos sobre temas que son importantes para usted
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<span style="color:#000000">ECC Club Subscription Boxes</span></h1>
<span style="color:#000000">The </span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=4aa3a026e5&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">E.C.C.
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<span style="color:#000000">The boxes are available through Etsy for $35 for one month, or $30 per month for 3 or 6 month subscriptions. Shipping is free. Boxes will ship the first of each month and items in each month’s box varies. The deadline to receive
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<span style="color:#000000">JAWS song</span></h1>
<span style="color:#000000">Working with students remotely can be a challenge. Check out this great song by the Texas Schoo. for the Blind to get kids excited about key commands. Song uses the tune of Little Nax X 'Old Town Road' Your students will be sure
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<span style="color:#000000">Accessibility webinars available</span></h1>
<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:24px">We now have all of our accessibility webinars available through the Maryland TVI Portal. They include Word document accessibility as well as PowerPoint accessibility. You will find the videos, PowerPoints,
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<span style="color:#000000">Request FREE accessibility training for your staff </span></h2>
<span style="color:#000000">If you reside in Maryland, and work in a school system, you can request accessibility training for your staff. To do so email
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:24px">We now have all 4 webinars presented by Chris Russell on CVI on the Maryland TVI Portal. You will find the videos, PowerPoints, handouts and additional resources all in one place. These webinars were
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<span style="color:#000000">Learning about Space for Blind and Low Vision Students<br>
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<span style="color:#000000">Session 1: The Space Next Door (Outlining the solar system)</span></h2>
<span style="color:#000000"> March 26. 3:30 pm EST<br>
The Solar System is an exciting place for everyone. Jump aboard this class to learn more about our cosmic neighborhood. Created specifically for blind and low vision students<br>
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<strong>Educational Objectives: </strong>In this session, students will learn: </span>
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</li><li><span style="color:#000000">The scale and distances involved</span> </li><li><span style="color:#000000">Introduction to the Astronomical Unit (AU)</span>
</li><li><span style="color:#000000">Basic solar concepts (example: why stars shine)</span>
</li><li><span style="color:#000000">Laying groundwork for more advanced topics presented in future sessions</span>
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<span style="color:#000000">Session 2: Voyage into The Deep (Introducing the rest of space)</span></h2>
<span style="color:#000000"> April 23. 3:30 pm EST<br>
We'll talk about stars, black holes, galaxies, and other fascinating topics. Join instructor Josh Urban on a trip across the light years to learn about the incredible Universe we live in. <br>
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</li><li><span style="color:#000000">A variety of astronomical objects: Moons, Planets, Stars, Star Clusters, Nebulae, Galaxies, and Black Holes</span>
</li><li><span style="color:#000000">How astronomers observe, including radio astronomy (listening vs. seeing), and theoretical pursuits </span>
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<span>Last CVI Webinar from MD/DC AER and the State Steering committee Serving Visually Impaired Students </span></h1>
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Apr 7, 2021 03:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)<br>
Topic:<a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=fc2e0a028f&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"> Conducting an Informal CVI Range Assessment Virtually
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<span style="color:#000000">NFB Career Mentoring Program Virtual pre-employment Training Modules</span></h1>
<span style="color:#000000">For ages 14-21</span><br>
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March 2, 2021 at 7-9 PM EDT: Exploring Possible Careers Through Interest Evaluations<br>
Measurable Goal: After completing this module, students will be aware of potential career paths that align with their interests and will be familiar with a variety of strategies they can use to learn about those careers.<br>
Topics Addressed:<br>
1. Gathering information about yourself<br>
2. Conducting interest evaluations<br>
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March 3, 2021 at 5-7 PM EDT: Exploring Your Interests Through Job Shadowing and Internships<br>
Measurable Goal: After completing this module, students will be familiar with various additional tools for exploring careers such as job shadowing, internships, and apprenticeships. The students will learn about the steps required to pursue and effectively
prepare for these opportunities.<br>
Topics Addressed:<br>
1. Tools for hands-on job exploration, including job shadowing<br>
2. The value of internships and apprenticeships<br>
3. How to find internship and apprenticeship opportunities<br>
4. The ins and outs of vocational schools<br>
Join Zoom Meeting </span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=26040d5598&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">https://zoom.us/j/8451905685</span></a><span style="color:#000000"> Meeting
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March 4, 2021 at 7-9 PM EDT: Self-Advocating Toward Independence<br>
Measurable Goal: After completing this module, students will understand the concept of self-advocacy and the relationship between effective self-advocacy skills and living the lives they want. Students will examine the nature of independence and address strategies
for achieving independence. They will further explore the difference between equal rights and special treatment.<br>
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1. Self-advocacy strategies for learning to live independently and with confidence<br>
2. How do we learn to speak up for what we need, or don’t need, in order to avoid unwanted help?<br>
3. The difference between equal rights and special treatment<br>
Join Zoom Meeting </span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=9f737be8b1&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">https://zoom.us/j/8451905685</span></a><span style="color:#000000"> Meeting
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Contact: Maurice Peret. (410) 659-9314, extension 2350| </span><a href="mailto:MPeret@nfb.org" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">MPeret@nfb.org</span></a><span style="color:#000000"> Mobile
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<span style="color:#000000">Columbia LightHouse for the Blind:<br>
<strong>Lighthouse Innovative Transition to Employment (LITE) Program</strong></span></h1>
<div><span style="color:#000000"><strong>WHAT IS LITE?</strong><br>
The purpose of <strong>The LITE Program</strong> is to help teens build the skills necessary to succeed in higher education, work settings and their community. Teens will participate in training sessions and activities related to job readiness skills, organization,
time management, problem solving, independent living skills, assistive technology skills development and self-advocacy. Teens will be given the opportunity to develop their post high school goals along with a plan on how to achieve them. <br>
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<strong>WHEN: </strong>Teens will meet for monthly workshops, culminating in an optional Internship Experience Program. Workshops are held from
<strong>11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m</strong>. Teens are strongly encouraged to attend each session.<br>
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<strong>2021 Remaining Workshop Dates: 3/13/21, 4/17/21, 5/15/21 & 6/12/21</strong></span></div>
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<span style="color:#000000"><strong>WHERE</strong>: To accommodate social distancing and guidelines for health and safety related to COVID-19, CLB will be hosting workshops on a Zoom video conference platform. Virtual programming will continue until it is determined
safe to return to in-person instruction. This transition will be made under strict guidance from CDC recommended practices and government regulations. If and when in-person instruction is determined safe, all workshops will take place at the
<strong>Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind </strong>Silver Spring Office: 8757 Georgia Avenue, Suite 805, Silver Spring, MD 20910.<br>
<strong>Computer access can be provided. </strong><br>
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For additional information and registration packet: <strong>Contact </strong>Bethany Martin,
<em>Manager of Youth and Education Services</em><br>
Phone: 202-573-9661 (cell)<br>
E-mail: </span><a href="mailto:bmartin@clb.org" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">bmartin@clb.org</span></a><br>
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<span style="color:#000000">The Bridges Project Helpdesk: Always Free and Confidential </span></h1>
<span style="color:#000000">The Free Bridges Helpdesk provides ready access to dedicated blind adults and blindness education experts. We are prepared to answer a wide variety of questions, and we are eager to invest the time to ensure that you get thorough
and helpful answers.<br>
We are here to support educators as well as students and families of blind/low vision students anywhere in Maryland. Building bridges takes time, resources, and support, but great bridges allow blind/low vision students to choose their pathways and live the
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All inquiries are confidential, and we will never share identifying information from anyone who contacts the Helpdesk.</span>
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<span style="color:#000000">Contact us</span></h2>
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<li><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=d32ae81b3f&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">Accessible web form</span></a>
</li><li><span style="color:#000000">Send us a <strong>text</strong>: (410) 305-9199</span>
</li><li><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Email</strong>: </span><a href="mailto:Helpdesk@imagemd.org" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">Helpdesk@imagemd.org</span></a><span style="color:#000000"> </span>
</li><li><span style="color:#000000">Visit our </span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=bbc4def0d3&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Bridges
Helpdesk website</strong></span></a><span style="color:#000000"> </span> </li><li><span style="color:#000000"><strong>Call</strong> (443) 320-4003, leave a <strong>
voice mail message</strong>, and we will return your call</span> </li></ul>
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<span style="color:#000000">Access information</span></h2>
<span style="color:#000000">Please check out our </span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=fac180d706&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">Bridges
Helpdesk website</span></a><span style="color:#000000"> and our </span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=95d129b58b&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">Bridges
Blog (weekly Transition Tips)</span></a><span style="color:#000000">.<br>
Check out, follow, or send a message through our </span><a href="https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=15260de828&e=f570d81d7e" target="_blank" style="color:#007c89; font-weight:normal; text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#000000">Facebook
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<span style="color:#000000">Stay tuned for student-focused activities coming soon</span></h2>
<span style="color:#000000">We are planning some great activities this spring to provide students fun opportunities to practice assistive technology, social, and independent living skills in authentic and meaningful ways. Please look out for more information
in the coming weeks!</span>
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<span style="color:#000000">About us</span></h2>
<span style="color:#000000">This unique project is being coordinated through The IMAGE Center of Maryland, a center for independent living in Towson, and it is funded by a grant from the Maryland Department of Education Division of Special Education/Early Intervention
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<span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-family:Arial; color:rgb(0,0,0); background-color:transparent; vertical-align:baseline">Statewide Blind and Low Vision Specialist</span></span><br>
Maryland State Department of Education<br>
Division of Special Education/Early <br>
Intervention Services<br>
200 W. Baltimore Street<br>
Baltimore, MD 21201-2595<br>
410-767-0812 office<br>
410-333-8165 fax<br>
<a href="mailto:conchita.hernandez@maryland.gov" target="_blank">conchita.hernandez@maryland.gov</a><br>
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