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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#467886" vlink="#96607D" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=elementtoproof><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>Dear </span></b><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold"'>Perspective Coordinator,</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='min-height: 19.5px'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>The National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska (NFBN) is excited to announce an opportunity to lead and inspire as the Coordinator for the 2025 Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning (BELL) Academy.</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='min-height: 19.5px'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>The NFB BELL Academy is a nationwide program designed to prepare blind and low-vision children for independent and confident lives. Through instruction in Braille literacy, cane travel, and daily living activities, the program nurtures essential skills and fosters a positive philosophy about blindness.</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='min-height: 19.5px'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'>Coordinator Responsibilities:</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>As the Coordinator, you will:</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='margin-left:9.75pt;text-indent:-9.75pt'><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>•</span></b><b><span style='font-size:13.0pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'> </span></b><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>Collaborate with the NFBN Board to set academy dates and budget.</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='margin-left:9.75pt;text-indent:-9.75pt'><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>•</span></b><b><span style='font-size:13.0pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'> </span></b><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>Secure an accessible venue for the academy.</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='margin-left:9.75pt;text-indent:-9.75pt'><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>•</span></b><b><span style='font-size:13.0pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'> </span></b><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>Recruit and manage a team of volunteers, ensuring background checks for those working with students.</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='margin-left:9.75pt;text-indent:-9.75pt'><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>•</span></b><b><span style='font-size:13.0pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'> </span></b><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>Promote the academy throughout Nebraska, recruiting students and connecting with families.</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='margin-left:9.75pt;text-indent:-9.75pt'><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>•</span></b><b><span style='font-size:13.0pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'> </span></b><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>Guide families in understanding the program’s value and addressing their questions.</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='margin-left:9.75pt;text-indent:-9.75pt'><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>•</span></b><b><span style='font-size:13.0pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'> </span></b><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>Work with a lead teacher to select lessons from the NFB BELL curriculum and ensure materials are prepared.</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='margin-left:9.75pt;text-indent:-9.75pt'><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>•</span></b><b><span style='font-size:13.0pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'> </span></b><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>Plan parent engagement activities in collaboration with local or national Parents of Blind Children organizations.</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='margin-left:9.75pt;text-indent:-9.75pt'><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>•</span></b><b><span style='font-size:13.0pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'> </span></b><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>Oversee logistics for transportation, meals, and on-site activities during the academy.</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='margin-left:9.75pt;text-indent:-9.75pt'><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>•</span></b><b><span style='font-size:13.0pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'> </span></b><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>Manage and utilize the NFB BELL Portal to handle program documentation, applications, and reports.</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='margin-left:9.75pt;text-indent:-9.75pt'><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>•</span></b><b><span style='font-size:13.0pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'> </span></b><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>Complete a final report to evaluate program outcomes and inform future initiatives.</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='min-height: 19.5px'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'>Qualifications:</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>We are seeking a candidate who is:</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='margin-left:9.75pt;text-indent:-9.75pt'><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>•</span></b><b><span style='font-size:13.0pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'> </span></b><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>Passionate about empowering blind children and promoting literacy.</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='margin-left:9.75pt;text-indent:-9.75pt'><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>•</span></b><b><span style='font-size:13.0pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'> </span></b><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>Skilled in leadership, organization, and event coordination.</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='margin-left:9.75pt;text-indent:-9.75pt'><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>•</span></b><b><span style='font-size:13.0pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'> </span></b><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>Dedicated to fostering community and independence for blind and low-vision individuals.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'>Compensation:</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>The NFBN is offering a stipend of $2,000 for this role.</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='min-height: 19.5px'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'>Timeline and Application:</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>We aim to finalize the Coordinator selection by January 2025. If you are interested in applying or have any questions, please contact:</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='min-height: 19.5px'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold"'>BELL Academy Planning Committee</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>National Federation of the Blind of Nebraska</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>Phone: (402) 477-7711</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>Email: <a href="mailto:BELL@ne.nfb.org">BELL@ne.nfb.org</a></span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='min-height: 19.5px'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>Your leadership as the Coordinator will play a pivotal role in shaping the lives of Nebraska’s blind youth, helping them realize their potential and live the lives they want.</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='min-height: 19.5px'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>We look forward to hearing from you!</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof style='min-height: 19.5px'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=elementtoproof><b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SFUI-Semibold";color:black'>Sincerely,</span></b><span style='font-size:17.5pt;font-family:"\.SF UI";color:black'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>BELL Academy Planning Committee<o:p></o:p></span></p></div></body></html>