[BlindKid] Pre-canes

Mikayla Gephart mikgephart at icloud.com
Thu Jul 19 00:09:49 UTC 2018


Hi all,

     I have been a lurker on this list for a few years, but should probably introduce myself for the benefit of those who do not know me from national conventions. I graduated high school in June, and will be attending the Colorado Center for the Blind this fall. Right now, my career goal is to become a TBS, but I am also considering careers such as becoming an attorney or Governmental Affairs Specialist, working to protect the rights of all citizens.

     This summer, I have been working at a preschool for toddlers who are blind. The preschool I am volunteering with is run by a nonprofit foundation, but all of the students receive services from our state’s Early Intervention program. The preschool is meant to give the children the same opportunities as other children to explore and learn through play. Therefore, the teachers are not specifically TVI’s, and they get the blindness related services at home. The teachers have asked me a lot of questions about my personal experiences and opinions, and I am happy to help however I can.

     One commonality I have noticed is that none of the children use canes. However, a few of them use pre-canes. What do you all think about pre-canes? Has anyone seen a pre-cane help a child? I have seen articles in Future Reflections mentioning pre-canes, but haven’t heard anything recently. As a future teacher and passionate advocate, I can’t wait to hear all your thoughts.

Best,
Mikayla  

    

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