[NFB-Maryland] FW: Mid-August 2022 Eyes on Maryland
Maryland President
president at nfbmd.org
Fri Aug 19 21:24:42 UTC 2022
Ronza Othman, President
National Federation of the Blind of Maryland
443-426-4110
Pronouns: she, her, hers
From: Conchita Hernandez -MSDE- <>
Sent: Monday, August 15, 2022 3:02 PM
To: Ronza Othman <rothmanjd at gmail.com>
Subject: Fwd: Mid-August 2022 Eyes on Maryland
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"Eyes on Maryland" Mid-August 2022
The beginning of the school year is right around the corner. Wishing you a great start!
All events are always updated live on the <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=b4202484fc&e=f570d81d7e> Maryland TVI Portal
August 2022
* 16: LBPD <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=212be91f64&e=f570d81d7e> Transcribing the Sky: 3 pm. The first image from the James Webb Space Telescope was released to the world on July 11th. What does this image show? What is the science behind it? Josh Urban returns to LBPD to host a conversation with youth ages 7-17 years about the James Webb Space Telescope’s most recent observations. Share your perspective on the best way to communicate the telescope’s findings to the blind and low-vision communities. Should the pictures be converted to sound? Should they produce 3D printed graphics? Your thoughts are important to us. Part one of this two-part event is on July 27th at 3:00 PM, with the follow-up session occurring on August 16th. Register by July 25th.
* 17: APH <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=58b3d80bdd&e=f570d81d7e> Navigating and Negotiating Successful IEP and 504 Outcomes (5-part series). 7 - 8:30 pm. In this a 5-part webinar we will share how to navigate the process of getting your child the appropriate support at school. This will cover the evaluation, present levels, annual IEP goals, accommodations and supplements and the service delivery model.
* 18: APH <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=ec8fc22fc7&e=f570d81d7e> Juno Tips and Tricks: Camera 3 - 4 pm EST. Discover tasks you can do using Juno’s rotating camera. This webinar will focus on Juno’s multipurpose rotating camera for reading, distance, writing/hobby, spotting, and self-view. During this webinar you will learn the different camera positions and use-cases for each.
* 18: <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=d000bbb85b&e=f570d81d7e> GLIDE: 9 am - 4 pm. 14 - 21 year old youth. Gaining Leadership, Independence, Direction, and Experience. GLIDE will prepare blind and low vision transition-aged youth for life after high school (college or employment) through hands-on workshops. Location: BISM - Transportation can be provided if needed!
* 23: <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=cf228d3751&e=f570d81d7e> NCUEB test at the Maryland School for the Blind, deadline to register is August 1.
* 24: UMASS PD: <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=f641857cb3&e=f570d81d7e> Braille Bonanza: Bigger and Better: 9 am - 2 pm EST. $40 over Zoom (This course will count for MD TVI certification braille upkeep).
* 29: MSB students' first day of school.
* 27: LBPD Oceans of Possibilities Reading Ceremony at the Maryland State Fair. 2:00 pm at the Cow Palace (main grandstand). A chosen MD LBPD reader will receive a first-place purple “Reading Grand Champion” ribbon, State Fair pin, and free ice-cream ticket. Register for the <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=53327252b1&e=f570d81d7e> Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading Program. If you are already registered and participating, continue reading to earn a chance to win 4 tickets to the Maryland State Fair (including admission, ride passes, and park).
News from the Maryland School for the Blind Outreach Department
We have great events from the MSB Outreach Department coming up that you will not want to miss!
Partner with MSB on Short Courses
The Maryland School for the Blind Outreach Department is in the process of creating short courses. Short courses are a way for Maryland blind and low vision students from across the state to gain skills during the year. These courses can be done in local schools, at MSB, or anywhere else. Are you interested in partnering with us on a short course? Do you have a great idea that can be fun and engaging for Maryland students? We would love to partner with you! We are also interested in partnering around parent workshops or staff trainings. Reach out to Diane Colburn Director of Outreach Services: dcolburn at mdschblind.org <mailto:dcolburn at mdschblind.org>
Save the date: MSB Revised Admission Process
Date: September 13 at 3:30 pm
The MSB admission process has been revised to promote LRE (Least Restrictive Environment) and provide a clear process everyone understands. Come to this webinar to learn more about why we revised the process, how our outreach department can still support students, providers, and families, and how you can get involved. Registration coming soon.
APH Hands-On Tech Fair at MSB
September 17 at MSB
10 am - 3 pm
Want to try out an APH Quota-eligible tech device, but not sure if it is right for your student? This APH tech fair will include hands-on APH tech devices with APH staff that can answer your questions. This will be a great event for TVIs when thinking about tech solutions for their students that are APH Quota-eligible, thus 'free' to you. This will be a drop-in event, so come on by! As a reminder, when you input your requests for APH Quota-eligible items, we do not ask you what student it is going to. That is up to your discretion.
Register to be a Vendor at the Tech Fair
Are you a vendor with technology you want to showcase at our tech fair? Fill out our <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=cd81f931be&e=f570d81d7e> vendor fair application.
For Spanish-speaking families: Todo el Chisme del IEP
October 22 at MSB
9 am - 2 pm
Please share with your Spanish-speaking families. In this session specifically for Spanish-speaking families of our blind and low vision students statewide, they will learn the basics of the IEP as well as resources and organizations from across the state. Lunch will be provided, childcare will be provided and if transportation is a barrier to attend, we will help facilitate with families. This session is in collaboration with NFB of Maryland and the Bridges Help Desk.
Registration required. <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=34d845eefb&e=f570d81d7e> Register here for Todo el Chisme del IEP
MIRC News
The start of the 2022-2023 school year is coming up, which means you should soon have your braille and large print textbooks from the MIRC. We’ve begun shipping these books to LEAs already, so please let us know if you have not received your expected books by August 29! If you plan to pick your books up from MSB, please schedule a pick-up time with MIRC staff by emailing us at <mailto:mirc at mdschblind.org> mirc at mdschblind.org. All APH orders are due to us by September 12.
Now is the time to spend down any remaining APH Quota funds—please contact us at the above email address for your balance.
Finally, if you have had any staffing changes over the summer and need to give new employees access to the <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=fd08027aee&e=f570d81d7e> MIRC website, please email us so we can make those changes for you.
Happy back to school season!
MIRC Staff
News from APH
Registration Now Open for APH’s 154th Annual Meeting
After two years of hosting our Annual Meeting virtually, we are thrilled to invite guests to gather in-person for APH’s 154th Annual Meeting in Louisville, KY, from October 5-7!
Join us for the following events, and much more!
* Keynote Address by <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=742c70b4fc&e=f570d81d7e> M. Leona Godin
* InSights Art Banquet and Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
* A report on the State of the Company by APH President Dr. Craig Meador
* General and Breakout Sessions
* APH Product and Services Showcase
<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=0688883787&e=f570d81d7e> Register for the Annual Meeting by September 20, and don’t forget to <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=850e91c820&e=f570d81d7e> reserve your hotel room by September 2. Once registered, you should receive an email confirmation (be sure to check your junk/spam folder).
We look forward to seeing you in October.
New Course Alert: Engaging Students Using I-Am-Able
* This course fulfills the Maryland TVI re-certificaiton Braille upkeep requirement.
* Access to the Individualized Meaning-centered Approach to Braille Literacy Education method of instruction enters the Hive for the first time as an asynchronous learning opportunity. Engaging Students Using I-M-ABLE offers 10 hours of ACVREP credit, which translates into 1.0 CEU of literacy credit. Enroll today and gain insight into how to use this approach to help a struggling braille reader become more successful.
* <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=ce3f9d8dae&e=f570d81d7e> Enroll in Engaging Students Using I-Am-Able course here: (go to Course catalog >> Expanded Core Curriculum and select the course, you will have to register if you have not).
STEM Showcase
Technology, innovation, and computer science are our future, and access to these fields and careers belong to everyone! A strong foundation of math and science literacy is key to lifelong learning and success. Below are some of APH’s new and most popular adapted STEM products. A full suite of APH products can be found at <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=2c1a8fb95c&e=f570d81d7e> aph.org/shop.
* Coding and Electronics:
* <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=d8fb6a3d07&e=f570d81d7e> Code Jumper ($999)
* <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=f7f1ac89df&e=f570d81d7e> Accessible Code & Go Mouse ($99)
* <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=91881f50c5&e=f570d81d7e> Snapino: Access Kit ($56)
* <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=80c04213b1&e=f570d81d7e> RC Snap Rover Access Kit ($109)
* <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=d0ab51863c&e=f570d81d7e> BRIC: Structures Access Kit ($59)
For more info on our Road to Code, read <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=6ac6f087a1&e=f570d81d7e> APH’s Road to Code blog.
* Health & Science:
* <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=21aacec3a2&e=f570d81d7e> Build-A-Cell ($220)
* <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=7578143073&e=f570d81d7e> Health Ed Guidebook ($85)
* <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=365557d996&e=f570d81d7e> Adapted Science Materials Kit ($259)
News from the Field
Virtual Expanded Core Education ExCEL LA Academy for Students with Visual Impairments
If you are looking for ways to enhance services or activities for your student or child who is visually impaired, please join us for ExCel LA Academy. We offer engaging lessons for students with a variety of abilities focused on the Extended Core Curriculum. Your student will be matched with a teacher candidate who will capture your child’s strengths and support areas of need. Complete the enrollment survey today and reserve your spot. A schedule will be coming out shortly. We can’t wait to meet you!
Should you have any questions, and to enroll, you may email me at calstateexcelacademy at gmail.com
Sincerely,
Ramona Mclaughlin
Adjunct Professor, Cal State LA
TVI, Corona Norco Unified School District
NFB Maryland State Convention Information
Reconnect, Reimagine, Reignite!
Get ready for a weekend of fun and fellowship. Come and be part of celebrating our accomplishments and planning for the future!
* Date: November 11 to 13, 2022
* Place: Sheraton Baltimore North Hotel, 903 Dulaney Valley Road, Towson, MD 21204 Make hotel reservations on or before October 15, 2022 by calling 410-321-7400. Room rates are $95 per night plus tax.
* Explore opportunities through special workshops for parents and teachers of blind children, blind merchants and entrepreneurs, and students. Check out our technology workshops and more.
* Examine new products at the exhibit hall on Friday.
* Help us raise expectations for ourselves and for officials who manage services for the blind.
* Registration on or before October 15, 2022 = $20 per adult and free for kids 16 and under.
* Registration after October 15, 2022 = $25 per adult and free for kids 16 and under.
Pre-registration is available via the link below and will be open until October 15, 2022.
<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=79e01e699d&e=f570d81d7e> Click Here to Pre-register for NFB MD Online!
Hope to see you in Towson!
Ronza Othman, President
National Federation of the Blind of Maryland
rothmanjd at gmail.com <mailto:rothmanjd at gmail.com>
DC-MD AER CALL FOR PAPERS
For the first time in three years, those of us in the DC-MD AER chapter plan on all getting together for an in-person spring conference on March 10, 2023, and we want you to be a part of it. Our theme is ShAERing the Road: An Interdisciplinary Approach.
Our one-day conference will be held at the Maritime Conference Center in Linthicum, MD on Friday, March 10, 2023. It will also include our awards luncheon. For all accepted presentations, one person from the presentation will receive free admission to the conference (if there are two of you presenting, you may choose to collaborate and both pay half).
We will be taking presentation submissions up through Friday, October 14th, but get yours in now, before all the back to school rush. We look forward to you shAERing your knowledge.
Presentation submissions are on the chapter activity page of our website, <https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=49016681f1&e=f570d81d7e> AER Presentation submissions here.
Al Kaufman, COMS (Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialist)
Cell phone number 404-402-6561
alan.kaufman at pgcps.org <mailto:alan.kaufman at pgcps.org>
GLIDE
Gaining Leadership, Independence, Direction, and Experience
GLIDE will prepare blind and low vision transition-aged youth for life after high school (college or employment) through hands-on workshops.
We’re Back! 2022
Join us, and let’s tackle the topics of professional communications that are often forgotten!
Date: Thursday, August 18th, 2022
Breakfast: Optional 9:00AM-10:00AM
Workshop: Time 10:AM-4:00PM
Location: BISM - Transportation can be provided if needed!
Blind Industries & Services of Maryland
3345 Washington Blvd., Baltimore, MD, 21227
Topic: Workplace, Social and Table Etiquette
Ages: 14 - 21
<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=6b48284c75&e=f570d81d7e> RSVP for GLIDE Here
UMASS Professional Development Opportunities
<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=cc011c436d&e=f570d81d7e> BRAILLE BONANZA: BIGGER AND BETTER (This course will count for MD re-certification braille upkeep)
Instructors: Callie Brusegaard, Tammy Reisman, Nancy Moulton, Heidi Munschy, Nancy Sharon, Stephanie Bissonette, Catherine Summ, Diane Wormsley, Huyentran Vo
Date: August 24th, 2022
Time: 9:00am-2:00pm EST
Cost: $40
Instructional Format: Zoom
<https://maryland.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da8f913f82891276e85e5bd03&id=1cbf40dd19&e=f570d81d7e> EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHING AND SUPPORTS
Instructor: Callie Brusegaard
Date: September 13th and 15th, 2022
Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm EST
Cost: $40
Instructional Format: Zoom
For questions contact: Callie M Brusegaard, PhD Northeast Resource Center for Vision Education <mailto:callie.brusegaard001 at umb.edu> callie.brusegaard at umb.edu
The Free Maryland Bridges Transition Helpdesk
Due to a funding gap, the operations of the Bridges Helpdesk are temporarily suspended. We look forward to resuming our work as soon as possible.
Questions or comments: email conchita.hernandez @ maryland.gov <http://maryland.gov>
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