[Njabs-talk] 2011 NFB Youth Slam

[EVELYN E. VALDEZ]

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2011 NFB Youth Slam


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

 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