[NFBSea] 2023 NFB BELL Academy Press Release

[Kris Colcock]

Hello,

Please circulate widely. Attached are the flyers (in English and
Spanish) for the 2023 NFB BELL Academy as well as the Press Release.

I have also pasted the press release below my signature. Thank you for
your help spreading the word.

Kris

BELL 2023 Press Release

For Immediate Release
National Federation of the Blind of Washington to Hold summer program
for children who are blind or have low vision - NFB BELL® Academy
Vancouver, WA (July 30 – August 4, 2023 ) : Children who are blind,
have low vision or are losing their vision and their families are
invited to join the National Federation of the Blind of Washington and
the National Federation of the Blind of Oregon for our NFB BELL®
Academy being held this summer.

The NFB BELL Academy—which stands for National Federation of the Blind
Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning®—is a nationwide (United
States and Puerto Rico) summer program that prepares blind and
low-vision children to grow into confident and independent blind
people who live the lives they want.
Who Should Attend
Blind and low-vision children, ages 8 through 13, who:
• do not receive enough Braille and nonvisual skills instruction in school.
• could benefit from more Braille exposure over the summer.
• would enjoy connecting with other blind and low-vision children.
• would like the opportunity to learn from blind role models.
Space is limited so sign up today! Go to
nfb.org/programs-services/nfb-bell-academy
Location:         Washington State School for the Blind
2214  E. 13th St.
Vancouver, WA 98661
Date:               July 30 – August 4, 2023
“The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness does not
hold us back from living the lives we want. This academy is an
opportunity for children to explore what blindness is and connect with
other children who are blind or have low vision, interact with adult
blind mentors and develop  confidence in their skills and abilities.
They will establish a secure foundation from which to build a
successful life.” said Marci Carpenter, President of the National
Federation of the Blind of Washington.
To learn more about the National Federation of the Blind of Washington
visit www.nfbw.org.
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About the National Federation of the Blind
The National Federation of the Blind (NFB), headquartered in
Baltimore, is the oldest and largest nationwide organization of blind
Americans. Founded in 1940, the NFB consists of affiliates, chapters,
and divisions in the fifty states, Washington DC, and Puerto Rico. The
NFB defends the rights of blind people of all ages and provides
information and support to families with blind children, older
Americans who are losing vision, and more. We believe in the hopes and
dreams of blind people and work together to transform them into
reality. Learn more about our many programs and initiatives at
www.nfb.org.
Contact:
Kris Colcock, Coordinator for the NFB BELL® Academy in Washington
National Federation of the Blind of Washington
(206) 854-3025
kris at colcock.com

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