[BlindKid] upcoming event for families

[Amanda Nachtmann]

I am but I also got this email so I thought I was going to get a zoom code


On Mon, Mar 22, 2021 at 1:25 PM Coccovizzo,Linda A via BlindKid <
blindkid at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> If you are a parent interested in attending the MO Parents of Blind
> Children seminar Friday evening, please email me contact info, so I can get
> that meeting information to you:
> linda at coccovizzo.com
>  Here is a note from Jenny Carmack about the happenings this weekend for
> our kiddos.
>
> Hello Friends and Families;
>
> The National Federation of the Blind of Missouri will be holding its 59th
> annual state convention next weekend (March 26 - 28).  This year's
> convention will be held virtually.  Our "Anywhere and Everywhere"
> Convention contains several events/activities for the whole family.  I
> would like to take this time to invite you to some of these events, even if
> you are not registered for our convention. All of these events have been
> planned and implemented by our Cane Drivers group (blind Missouri teens
> ages 13 - 19 yrs) and the Missouri
> Association of Blind Students (MOABS).   Below is a description of the
> events and the date and time for each.
>
> Parents of Blind Children Seminar, Friday March 26th 6:00 - 8:00 PM - This
> seminar is for anyone who knows or cares about a blind child, Melissa
> Riccobono will be the guest speaker and there will be a discussion panel
> focusing on the topic of eyesight loss/changes throughout childhood.
>
> Science Lab  March 26th 6:00 - 7:00 PM - This activity is designed for the
> younger students, Ashley, with Independent Science, will talk about all
> things science and have a fun science experiment for students to
> participate in.  (Participating in the experiment is not required to be a
> part of this activity, but for those who would like to take part in the
> experiment you will need; a empty disposable water bottle, a funnel,
> vinegar, baking soda, a cookie sheet, and a balloon).
>
> Raising Confidence and Self Advocacy March 26th 7:00 - 8:00 PM - This
> interactive activity is designed for older students, there will be a guest
> speaker and participants will go into breakout rooms and perform
> skits/improvs centered around different life scenarios and ways to
> confidently advocate for yourself when faced with these types of situations.
>
> Life After High School, What's Next?  March 26th 8:00 - 9:00 PM - This
> discussion panel is for older students.  There will be a panel of blind
> students who have chosen different paths after high school, they will talk
> about their challenges, how they over came them and what they learned
> there will be time for questions from participants.
>
> Tech Talk March 27th 5:15 - 7:00 PM - This question answer session is
> about various apps and technology that we use everyday, different ways to
> use them, and how they can be beneficial.  Bring your questions and
> comments about technology.
>
> The Zoom links for each of these events will be emailed out on Thursday
> March 25th.  Please feel free to reach out to me if you need more
> information or if you  or your student  is interested in joining either the
> Cane Drivers or MOABS groups.
>
> Have a great weekend!
> Jenny Carmack
> NFB of Missouri 2nd Vice President
> jcarmack314 at gmail.com
> call or text: 314-239-9776
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