[Nfbofnc] Fwd: [Nfbnet-members-list] 2011 NFB Youth Slam

[Tim Jones]

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From: Hartle, Mary Jo <mhartle at nfb.org>
Date: Tue, Jan 4, 2011 at 7:14 PM
Subject: [Nfbnet-members-list] 2011 NFB Youth Slam
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Don't forget to apply for the third biennial NFB Youth Slam.  There’s sure
to be something for everyone.  We guarantee this summer program will be like
no other you've ever been to before!  One hundred and fifty blind and low
vision students from all across the country will be selected to attend this
five-day adventure, to be held in Baltimore, Maryland, at Towson University
July 17-23,2011.



While staying on a college campus, students will be mentored by blind role
models during fun and challenging activities designed to build confidence
and increase science literacy.  Participants will also have the opportunity
to attend workshops on topics such as leadership, career preparation, and
blindness.  In addition, students and mentors will take part in a variety of
social events throughout the week.  Come to the NFB Youth Slam and meet
other blind and low vision students from all over the United States!



Interested students who will be age fourteen at the time of the program, and
are starting high school (ninth grade) in the fall of 2011 or are currently
in high school (including those graduating in the spring of 2011) should
complete an application online at www.blindscience.org before March 1,
2011.  Students need not have a strong interest in science, technology,
engineering, or math (STEM) in order to participate, enjoy, and benefit from
this extraordinary experience. Adult volunteers are also needed for this
program, and Volunteer applications can also be found at the site.



If you have any questions about the NFB Youth Slam, please visit the Web
site or contact Mary Jo Hartle, Director of Education, NFB Jernigan
Institute,

(410) 659-9314, extension 2407, or e-mail YouthSlam at nfb.org.



Keep up on the latest with the NFB Youth Slam at our blog on
www.blindscience.org or follow NFBScience on Twitter.





*Mary Jo T. Hartle

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Mary Jo Thorpe-Hartle, MEd, NOMC

Director of Education
Jernigan Institute
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND
200 East Wells Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
Phone: (410)659-9314 ext. 2407
Email: mhartle at nfb.org
Fax: (410) 659-5129
Visit www.nfb.org
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