[NFBWV-Talk] Fwd: [Nfbnet-members-list] UNO(R) INTRODUCES FIRST OFFICIAL BRAILLE DECK

[Fred Jones]

Hello:

I was wondering if I could have the agenda from the conference that
was held in Morgan Town a few weeks ago?  I am presenting it to my
school district for credit.

Thanks,

On 10/3/19, Sheri Koch via NFBWV-Talk <nfbwv-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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> Sheri Koch, President
> National Federation of the Blind of West Virginia
> 304-993-5103
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>> From: "Danielsen, Chris via NFBNet-Members-List"
>> <nfbnet-members-list at nfbnet.org>
>> Date: October 1, 2019 at 8:28:55 AM EDT
>> To: NCB Staff <NCBStaff at nfb.org>
>> Subject: [Nfbnet-members-list] UNO® INTRODUCES FIRST OFFICIAL BRAILLE DECK
>> Reply-To: "Danielsen, Chris" <CDanielsen at nfb.org>
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>> UNO® INTRODUCES FIRST OFFICIAL BRAILLE DECK
>> In Partnership with the National Federation of the Blind, UNO Braille
>> enables blind and sighted to play together, making game play widely
>> accessible
>> Oct. 1, 2019, El Segundo, Calif.– UNO®, the number one card game globally
>> by Mattel (NASDAQ: MAT), today announced the debut of UNO Braille, the
>> first official UNO card deck featuring braille. The new game will make
>> game play widely accessible for the more than 7 million blind and
>> low-vision Americans in the U.S.
>> Designed in partnership with the National Federation of the Blind, the
>> oldest and largest organization of blind people in the United States, UNO
>> Braille features braille on the corner of each playing card to indicate
>> the card’s color and number or action.
>> “With the launch of UNO Braille, we’re making a real impact on a community
>> that has been underserved by providing a game that both blind and sighted
>> people can play together,” said Ray Adler, Global Head of Games at Mattel.
>> “We are proud to have UNO Braille on-shelves and to be making UNO more
>> accessible and inclusive to even more families.”
>> UNO Braille packaging features braille on the front and back for clear
>> identification, and directs players to UNOBraille.com where they can find
>> play instructions featuring .BRF (braille readable files) for download.
>> Players can also access voice-enabled instructions through Amazon Alexa
>> and Google Home.
>> “UNO Braille is doing more than making this beloved game more accessible.
>> It’s also helping promote the importance and normalcy of braille by
>> putting it in places people might not expect, and integrating it into the
>> play of blind children,” said Mark Riccobono, President of the National
>> Federation of the Blind. “The fact that a blind person is now able to play
>> a classic game of UNO straight out of the box with both blind and sighted
>> friends or family members is a truly meaningful moment for our community.
>> I look forward to enjoying UNO Braille with my own family and I know that
>> blind people across the nation will embrace this important and exciting
>> step toward more inclusion and accessibility.”
>> This isn’t the first time UNO has re-imagined its classic game play to
>> expand inclusivity. In 2017, UNO introduced UNO ColorADD – the first
>> accessible card game for those with color blindness.
>> UNO Braille is available through Target stores nationwide and on
>> Target.com for $9.99. Visit UNOBraille.com for more information.
>> About Mattel
>> Mattel is a leading global children’s entertainment company that
>> specializes in design and production of quality toys and consumer
>> products. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire,
>> entertain and develop children through play. We engage consumers through
>> our portfolio of iconic franchises, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®,
>> American Girl®, Fisher-Price®, Thomas & Friends® and Mega®, as well as
>> other popular brands that we own or license in partnership with global
>> entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television
>> content, gaming, music and live events. We operate in 40 locations and
>> sell products in more than 150 countries in collaboration with the world’s
>> leading retail and technology companies. Since its founding in 1945,
>> Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in exploring the wonder of
>> childhood and empowering kids to reach their full potential. Visit us
>> online at www.mattel.com.
>> 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.
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>> Media Contacts
>> Marissa Beck
>> Mattel
>> Marissa.beck2 at mattel.com
>> (310) 252-4974
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>> Devin Tucker
>> Mattel
>> Devin.Tucker at mattel.com
>> (310) 252-6978
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>> Stephanie Cascone
>> National Federation of the Blind
>> scascone at nfb.org
>> (443) 934-0666
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>> This press release is also available at:
>> https://www.nfb.org/about-us/press-room/uno-introduces-first-official-braille-deck
>>
>> Christopher S. Danielsen, J.D.
>> Director of Public Relations
>> 200 East Wells Street, Baltimore, MD 21230
>> (410) 659-9314, Ext. 2330 | cdanielsen at nfb.org
>> Twitter: @rlawyer
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Fred Jones Ph.D.
Professional School Counselor
Kettering Middle School
301-808-4060
**Parent teacher conferences are held M-Thurs 2:45-3:15 and Friday
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