[Nfbmd] Independence 2011 is almost here

[Amy Phelps]

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 <mailto: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 her sighted neighbor..." Freedom for the Blind, James H. Omvig

 

 

 

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