[Mn-abs] Fwd: Independence 2011 is almost here

Fri Mar 18 00:46:10 UTC 2011

Hey everybody!

This is an amazing opportunity for blind students going into grades 10, 11,
& 12!!   Make sure you let any potential students to sign up so that they
can  learn Braille, computer skills, travel skills, and independent living
skills, while having fun at the same time.

Where: Towson University, Towson, MD (near Baltimore)
When: June 19 - August 5

Contact Amy Phelps at aphelps at bism.org if you wish to apply, or know someone
who should!

Have an amazing spring!

Jordan Richardson
President, Minnesota Association of Blind Students

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From: Amy Phelps <aphelps at bism.org>
Date: 17 March 2011 14:15
Subject: Independence 2011 is almost here
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 The birds are singing, the sun is out, it is time to start making plans for
the summer and Independence 2011 is the place to be! Please be sure to help
spread the word about this fantastic summer program for blind/low vision
youth entering into the 10th, 11th, and 12th grades.

What is Independence 2011?

Independence 2011 is a seven-week residential training program that provides
blind and low vision teens with the nonvisual skills and confidence to help
transition from high school to college and/or employment.

   - Learn to travel independently using a long white cane
   - Experience real-world career opportunities
   - Two-week paid work experience
   - Learn to read and write using Braille
   - Develop computer skills through assistive technology
   - Reside in campus apartments with blind instructor/mentors
   - Expand cooking, cleaning, and shopping skills
   - Attend the NFB Youth Slam, a STEP Leadership Academy
   - Develop a positive attitude about blindness
   - Attend the 2011 NFB national convention in Orlando, FL
   - Tour Baltimore, Washington D.C., and Disney World
   - Participate in recreational and athletic activities

Who Can Apply?

Legally blind high school students who are entering into the 10th, 11th, and
12th grades in the fall of 2011. Applicants should have an open case with
their state’s vocational rehabilitation or have an alternative funding
source.

Where? Again we will return to Towson University where the students will
live in apartments on campus

Sponsored by? Blind Industries and Services of Maryland

When? June 19 – August 5

For more information or to apply, please contact Amy Phelps at 410-737-2642
or aphelps at bism.org

Warm regards,

Amy C. Phelps

Amy C. Phelps, CRC, NOMC

Blind Industries and Services of Maryland

3345 Washington Blvd

Baltimore, MD 21227

Phone: 410-737-2642

Mobile: 410-274-1647

Fax: 410-737-2689

Toll Free: 888-322-4567

E-mail: aphelps at bism.org

*"...given proper training and opportunity, the average blind person can do
the average job in the average place of business and do it as well as his or
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Jordan Richardson
President, Minnesota Association of Blind Students
lilrichie411 at gmail.com
"It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men."
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