[NFBMD] Community Impact: Creativity in Action

Wed Mar 18 15:17:39 UTC 2026

RAISING EXPECTATIONS CAN START WITH A SIMPLE GAME

"I suggested the kids play a game of tag. Ben (age six) said he'd never
played tag before. Silas (age four) said, 'How can he play tag? He can't
see anything!' Challenge accepted. I told Silas he should be 'it' first and
make a loud noise as he ran so that way Ben could chase him. Silas took to
this suggestion immediately, taking off yelling 'beep, beep, beep!' as
loudly as possible. Ben took some time to get used to running without help,
but after a round or two, they needed no assistance from me. One blind
child learned that he could run freely, and another learned that you don't
need any vision at all to enjoy a game of tag." -- Corbb, parent of Silas,
who has attended NFB education programs. 

Creativity for the blind community means developing alternative techniques
and tools--we've taught each other for decades how to navigate, work, and
thrive using methods that don't rely on sight. A blind person might use
touch, sound, spatial awareness, and problem-solving skills in ways that
are genuinely creative and effective. That is why our blind mentors and
teachers who lead our education programs are so important. 

Learn more about our education programs [1]. 

TOGETHER, WE BUILD SKILLS THROUGH CREATIVE, NONVISUAL LEARNING

That simple game of tag reflects what our education programs are designed
to do--build confidence, encourage creative problem-solving, and show blind
students what's possible when expectations are high. 

NFB BRAILLE ENRICHMENT FOR LITERACY AND LEARNING® ACADEMY

Registration for summer sessions of the NFB BELL(R) Academy in ten states
is open! NFB BELL is designed for children to learn vital independent
living skills, interact with blind adult mentors, and enjoy field trips and
outings. Programs include Braille crafts, games, and other engaging
projects. 

Learn more at https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=42294&qid=12386952-services/nfb-bell-academy [2] 

STEM2U PROGRAMS ACROSS THE COUNTRY AND ONLINE

NFB STEM2U brings a full day of accessible lessons and activities to blind
youth, providing nonvisual tools and techniques that help students explore
and pursue STEM education and careers. This year a mystery needs solving!
Students will rotate through hands-on evidence stations, practice
accessible science techniques, and work in teams to present their findings.

Learn more about registration for blind youth at
https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=42294&qid=12386952-services/education/nfb-stem2u [3] 

TEACHERS OF TOMORROW CONNECT TO THE LIVED EXPERIENCES OF BLIND PEOPLE

NFB Teachers of Tomorrow is a year-long program designed to promote
understanding of blindness from a blind perspective. Teachers of blind
students who participate in this program will learn from tell-all
educational accounts from blind adults and parents of blind children and
gain knowledge of the skills and attitudes that can help blind students
thrive in school and beyond. 

Learn more about how to apply for the next cohort at
https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=42294&qid=12386952-services/education/teachers-tomorrow [4] 

UNTIL NEXT TIME

Thank you for helping us show the world that we can live and create the
lives we want. Please help us grow our programs by sharing and getting
involved. Encourage blind students to sign up for our educational programs
[1], apply for a national scholarship [5], or connect with your local NFB
chapter [6]. 

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[2] https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=42294&qid=12386952-services/nfb-bell-academy
[3] https://nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/url?u=42294&qid=12386952-services/education/nfb-stem2u
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