[NFBofSC] FW: [Nfbnet-members-list] BLIND, Inc. PREP 2022 Announcement

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Blind of SC

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Subject: [Nfbnet-members-list] BLIND, Inc. PREP 2022 Announcement

 

Blindness: Learning In New Dimensions (BLIND), Inc.

Post-secondary Readiness Empowerment Program (PREP) 2022

 

Apply today to PREP 2022, a summer program for all blind/low vision high
school students!

When: June 11, 2022 - July 31, 2022! 

Where: BLIND, Inc.: 100 East 22nd St., Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55404.

Application Deadline: March 31, 2022

 

What: This exciting summer program is designed to prepare students to reach
their personal, academic, and professional goals as they transition to
adulthood.  The PREP curriculum empowers blind youth as they learn the
alternative techniques of blindness and develop the self-confidence needed
to become successful adults!

 

Instruction: The core classes include Braille reading and writing,
independent cane travel, adaptive technology, career exploration, and home
management, which includes cooking, cleaning, personal care, and daily
living skills.  Students also participate in regularly-scheduled discussion
groups designed to build confidence and learn from blind peers and adults.
PREP students live with fellow students and adult counselors in apartments.
Counselors and instructors serve as successful and positive role models.
Students shop for groceries, prepare meals, and clean their apartments as
part of their home and personal management training, while using public
transportation on a regular basis. They begin to learn how to live
independently while still in a supportive environment. Students develop
problem-solving skills needed to take care of themselves and determine their
own future!

 

World of Work: Students will create their professional profile, network, and
gain hands on experience through community projects. These opportunities
will help you understand various fields, the process of obtaining a job,
professional development, and professionalism. 

 

National Convention: In July, PREP students will enjoy the opportunity to
accompanying BLIND, Inc., staff and adult students as we travel to New
Orleans, Louisiana to attend the week-long National Federation of the Blind
(NFB) convention.  During this convention, our PREP students will join
hundreds of other high school and college students from around the country
when attending the National Association of Blind Students (NABS) meeting.
Students will also attend other meetings and seminars, learn about new
ground-breaking technology, and get involved in social and recreational
activities.  This annual convention is packed full of great learning
opportunities and fun experiences.

 

Confidence Building Activities: Throughout the summer, the PREP students
will participate in a variety of fun activities, including adaptive cycling,
kayaking, rock climbing, amusement parks, shopping at various malls, and
much more.  

 

Contact Michell Gip, Youth Services Coordinator, at 612-872-0100, Ext. 231,
or mgip at blindinc.org <mailto:mgip at blindinc.org>  for more information or an
application.  We can assist you to work with your local vocational
rehabilitation agency to attend the program.

 

Apply today to ensure your space in this program!  Applications are due
March 31, 2022.  Applications received after this date will be on a first
come first serve basis. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Michell Gip, MAT, NCUEB, NOMCT
Youth Services Coordinator 
Blindness: Learning In New Dimensions (BLIND), Inc. 
100 East 22nd St. 
Minneapolis, MN. 55404 
Phone: 612-872-0100 ext. 231
mgip at blindinc.org <mailto:mgip at blindinc.org> 

 

 

 

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