<div dir="ltr"><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Good afternoon all, </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">I hope that you are all doing well and getting excited about
the end of the semester and the start of summer!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">In the midst of the sweltering heat of July, there is an
opportunity for you to stay cool and learn what’s hot in the field of blindness.
You might be wondering what I’m talking about? I’m talking about the National
Convention of the National Federation of the Blind held from July 1 to July 6,
2023, in Houston Texas. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Each year our organization comes together for important
discussions, decisions, and information sharing. As an attendee, take advantage
of the opportunity to: Network with thousands of blind role models. Connect
with leaders in the field of blindness. Attend presentations on a variety of
empowering topics. Learn about the latest in technology and innovation. And
more! The convention is open to all. We will discuss all of this at our May
student meeting. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">I will be conducting a panel all about the national
convention. Topics to be covered include A general overview of what to expect,
highlights of the convention, some of the fun and educational activities held
throughout the week, and more. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">On this panel you will hear David DeNotaris , Lynn Heitz,
Carlton Walker, Elizabeth Rouse, and myself. All of us are seasoned veterans of
national convention so we will be able to give you the inside scoop!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">In addition, Elizabeth will be discussing the specific events
that the National Association of Blind Students will be presenting. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">You won’t want to miss this panel!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The meeting will take place this upcoming Monday, May 22, 2023,
from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Zoom info is below. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">I hope to see many of you there!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">All the best, </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">Simon Bonenfant, PABS Student
President </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Want to contact me directly? Drop me a note at <a href="mailto:sbonenfant2@gmail.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">sbonenfant2@gmail.com</a> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Want to drop me a line? Call me at 610-212-0016 </p>
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