From nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com  Fri May  1 17:59:44 2026
From: nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com (Tonia Trapp)
Date: Fri, 1 May 2026 17:59:44 +0000
Subject: [NFB-NM] NMSBVI Board of Regents Public Notice - May 14 meeting
 cancelled, May
 15 Special Meeting scheduled
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In accordance with the New Mexico Constitution, Article 15, Open Meetings Act request you distributed, or broadcast the attached Cancellation Notice for the Regular Meeting as appropriate.

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF REGULAR MEETING
NMSBVI Board of Regents
1900 N. White Sands Blvd.
Alamogordo, NM
May 14, 2026

The regular meeting scheduled for the NMSBVI Board of Regents at the New Mexico School for the Blind & Visually Impaired (NMSBVI) – Alamogordo Campus located at 1900 N. White Sands Blvd., Alamogordo, NM for Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. has been cancelled due to lack of a quorum.

Please call the Office of the Superintendent at 1-575-439-4419 if you have any questions.



NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
NMSBVI Board of Regents
May 15, 2026

A special meeting of the New Mexico School for the Blind & Visually Impaired (NMSBVI) Board of Regents will be held Friday, May 15, 2026.   The open meeting of the Board of Regents will convene at 9:00 a.m. at the NMSBVI Campus in the Linda Lyle Administration Building at 1900 N. White Sands Blvd., Alamogordo, NM 88310.
Any individual who is in need of a reader, amplifier, qualified sign language interpreter, or any other form of auxiliary aid or service to attend or participate in the meeting should make their request at least one week prior to the meeting or as soon as possible.

The agenda and public notice are available on the NMSBVI web page at www.nmsbvi.k12.nm.us at least 72 hours prior to the published meeting date.  Anyone wishing a print or braille copy of the agenda or needing any of the above accommodations may contact Kim Chavez at KimChavez at nmsbvi.k12.nm.us.
Public documents, including the agenda and minutes, can be provided in various accessible formats.  Please contact the Office of the Superintendent at 1-575-439-4419 if a summary or other type of accessible format is needed, or if you would like information to participate in the  meeting.



Best wishes,



Tonia Trapp, secretary

National Federation of the Blind of New Mexico
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From nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com  Sat May  2 21:18:03 2026
From: nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com (Tonia Trapp)
Date: Sat, 2 May 2026 21:18:03 +0000
Subject: [NFB-NM] Federal Braille QA Positions
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Best wishes,



Tonia Trapp, secretary

National Federation of the Blind of New Mexico




________________________________
From: Janet Montoya <nfbnm.alc.president at gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, May 2, 2026 1:56 PM
To: Tonia Trapp <NFBNewMexicoSecretary at gmail.com>
Subject: Fwd: [Chapter-Presidents] Federal Braille QA Positions

Hi Tonia,
Here is a job opportunity that could be of interest to our members.


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From: NFBTX Heart of Texas Chapter via Chapter-Presidents <chapter-presidents at nfbnet.org<mailto:chapter-presidents at nfbnet.org>>
Date: Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 9:48 AM
Subject: [Chapter-Presidents] Federal Braille QA Positions
To: <chapter-presidents at nfbnet.org<mailto:chapter-presidents at nfbnet.org>>
Cc: NFBTX Heart of Texas Chapter <heartoftexas at nfbtx.org<mailto:heartoftexas at nfbtx.org>>


Hey fellow Chapter Presidents,

you might want to share this with your memberships. An incredible opportunity for some braille experts out there. The Library of Congress is hiring three quality assurance specialists for their Braille products section. Starting at GS-9 up to GS-11. Here is the USAJOBS link:

[usajobs-branded-search.png]<https://www.usajobs.gov/job/864844200>
Quality Assurance Specialist (Braille Products)<https://www.usajobs.gov/job/864844200>
usajobs.gov<https://www.usajobs.gov/job/864844200>


Cheers,
Kyle


Heart of Texas Chapter
National Federation of the Blind of Texas
Office: (254) 294-9005    Email: HeartOfTexas at nfbtx.org<mailto:HeartOfTexas at nfbtx.org>
www.nfbtx.org<http://www.nfbtx.org> | www.nfb.org<http://www.nfb.org>
@HotChapterNFBTX
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From nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com  Mon May  4 20:11:08 2026
From: nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com (Tonia Trapp)
Date: Mon, 4 May 2026 20:11:08 +0000
Subject: [NFB-NM] Fw: May announcement for SAGE
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National Federation of the Blind of New Mexico

NFBNM.sage at gmail.com<mailto:NFBNM.sage at gmail.com>



Develop an attitude of gratitude, and give thanks for everything that happens to you, knowing that every step forward is a step toward achieving something bigger and better than your current situation.

Quote by Brian Tracy,



Come join us on Wednesday, May 13, 2026  at 7:00 P. M. Mountain in our Zoom room. Lillian Maestas will be enlightening us on how blindness has effected her life. Here is her short bio.



I am a Braille transcriber and have been involved with  the visually impaired since 1986, working   with APS, Albuquerque Academy and now have my own  Braille transcribing business called NailBraille.







Join Zoom Meeting

https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/95423359096?pwd=VXpvUzFPSExPWW1GSjZCNzNZR2dnZz09

Meeting ID: 954 2335 9096

Passcode: SAGE24 (724324).



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One tap mobile

+16699006833,,95423359096#

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Dial by your location

• +1 669 900 6833

Meeting ID: 954 2335 9096

Passcode: SAGE24



Veronica Smith, SAGE  Chair

Senior Action Group Energy

505-269-1034



Live the life you want.

www.nfbnm.org<http://www.nfbnm.org/>



The National Federation of the Blind is a community of members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation’s blind. Every day we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.

www.nfb.org<http://www.nfb.org/>





NFB Pledge:

I pledge to participate actively in the efforts of the National Federation of the Blind

to achieve equality, opportunity, and security for the blind;

to support the policies and programs of the Federation; and to abide by its constitution.



NFB Belief message

the National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. We know that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our dreams. Our collective power, determination, and diversity achieve the aspirations of all blind people.












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From nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com  Mon May  4 20:11:42 2026
From: nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com (Tonia Trapp)
Date: Mon, 4 May 2026 20:11:42 +0000
Subject: [NFB-NM] Fw: NMSBVI Job Announcement, District Testing Coordinator
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District Testing Coordinator



The NMSBVI District Testing Coordinator will oversee all short cycle and state testing requirements. Will ensure NMSBVI is compliant with all testing practices, to include attending any applicable trainings. Ensure secure handling of materials and provides oversight of administration, and assists with test administration as needed. This is a part-time position available the 2026-2027 school year. Must have a level II or level III NM teaching licensure and prior experience with NM state testing.  Applications accepted until filled.







New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired

1900 N. White Sands Blvd.

Alamogordo, NM  88310

Voice (575) 439-4468

FAX (575) 439-4490

E-mail recruiting at nmsbvi.k12.nm.us<mailto:recruiting at nmsbvi.k12.nm.us>






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From nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com  Mon May  4 20:12:08 2026
From: nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com (Tonia Trapp)
Date: Mon, 4 May 2026 20:12:08 +0000
Subject: [NFB-NM] Fw: NMSBVI Job Announcement,
 Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical
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Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse



The New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired Early Childhood Program is currently recruiting for a RN/LPN for 4 days a week (Mon, Tue, Thur, & Fri).  This position will provide health care services to visually and/or multiply impaired students in an educational pre-school setting.  New Mexico Board of Nursing Licensure is required, and must hold or obtain NM Public Education Department licensure; minimum of two years experience, preferably in pediatrics. This is a 9-month position for the 2026-2027 school year.  Applications accepted until filled.





New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Early Childhood Program

801 Stephen Moody SE

Albuquerque, NM 87123

Phone (505) 271-3060 or (800) 437-3505

Fax: (505) 291-5456

E-mail recruiting at nmsbvi.k12.nm.us<mailto:recruiting at nmsbvi.k12.nm.us>






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From nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com  Tue May  5 02:02:27 2026
From: nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com (Tonia Trapp)
Date: Tue, 5 May 2026 02:02:27 +0000
Subject: [NFB-NM] Fw: Announcement for May 9, 2026 West Mesa Chapter
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NFB Logo- Live the life you want

West Mesa Chapter Meeting Announcement



Come join us!! The blind of New Mexico are going places!



Greetings Federation Family. We will hold our monthly 2026 hybrid meeting in-person for those who are comfortable, and on Zoom for those who prefer this method.



This month the West Mesa Chapter will further work on some upcoming events.



Together with hope, love and determination, we transform dreams into reality.



Meeting Date/Time:

May 9, 2026, at 10:00am - noon


Meeting Location:

Paradise Hills United Methodist Church

 4700 Paradise Blvd. NW, Alb., NM 87114


Join Zoom Meeting

https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91428640378?pwd=wSYIMquu1xyuGs6VZ6IQLeb2Z3narR.1

One tap mobile

+13462487799,,91428640378#

Dial by your location

• +1 346 248 7799

Meeting ID: 914 2864 0378

Passcode: 977622



The National Federation of the Blind is a community of members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation’s blind. Every day we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.

www.nfbnm.org<http://www.nfbnm.org>



Contact: Juan Haro, President
Phone: (505) 585-2134
Email: NFBNM.WestMesaChapter at gmail.com<mailto:NFBNM.WestMesaChapter at gmail.com>



The most important reason to join the National Federation of the Blind is that we need your time, your talents, your hands, your heart, and your dreams. In short, we need you!



Help us spread the new concepts about blindness. When you see our literature in the mail or meet one of us on the street, remember that we are people, just like you, with all the range of talents and capacities, wits and wants that you possess.

www.nfb.org<http://www.nfb.org>

--
Juan Haro, President
West Mesa Chapter

National Federation of the Blind of New Mexico

NFBNM.WestMesaChapter at gmail.com<mailto:NFBNM.WestMesaChapter at gmail.com>
505-382-3345


Live the life you want.

www.nfbnm.org<http://www.nfbnm.org>

The National Federation of the Blind is a community of members and friends
who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation’s blind. Every day we
work together to help blind people live the lives they want.

www.nfb.org<http://www.nfb.org>





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From nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com  Tue May  5 20:03:08 2026
From: nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com (Tonia Trapp)
Date: Tue, 5 May 2026 20:03:08 +0000
Subject: [NFB-NM] =?windows-1252?q?NFB_of_Albuquerque_chapter_meeting_annou?=
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Hello All,

The Albuquerque Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. The meeting will be held in-person and via Zoom.

Location: Fiesta’s New Mexican Restaurant
4400 Carlisle Blvd. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 881-0478

Time: Dinner from 4:00-6:00PM in the dining room, (after 6:00 will be served in banquet room), meeting from 6:30PM to 8:00PM

Please note: Dinner is between 4:00 and 6:00PM in the main dining room, please let your server know you are part of the meeting at 6:30. An 18% gratuity will be included on your bill for being part of our group. The room is unavailable until 6:00PM.

You can also join Via the Zoom Platform:

Via the web
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/99311530128?pwd=yVDJ8coj5Ns7oamuGx4u0aIbWvKoXv.1

One tap mobile
+13462487799,,99311530128,,035160# US (Houston)

Dial manually
+1-253-215-8782, Meeting ID: 993 1153 0128
Passcode: 035160

Topics:
NFB Philosophy - Christine Hall and Mary Willows




Best wishes,



Tonia Trapp, secretary

National Federation of the Blind of New Mexico

nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com

www.nfbnm.org



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From nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com  Wed May  6 14:45:14 2026
From: nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com (Tonia Trapp)
Date: Wed, 6 May 2026 14:45:14 +0000
Subject: [NFB-NM] Fw: At Large Chapter fundraising meeting for all members
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Best wishes,



Tonia Trapp, secretary

National Federation of the Blind of New Mexico




________________________________
From: Janet Montoya <nfbnm.alc.president at gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 4:54 PM
Subject: At Large Chapter fundraising meeting for all members

Hey everyone,
I hope you are all doing well.
This is an invitation for all At Large Chapter members to join the fundraising zoom meeting. It's not all about raising money.
However,our efforts in raising money go to support New Mexico and National programs such as:
1.Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning (BELL)
2. College Scholarships
3. PAC plan
4. STEM2U
5. State Convention general fund
6.Transportation support
7. National Convention support
8. other
As you can see, we are a very essential component of our chapter and affiliate.
This is a meaningful opportunity and important role in expanding our reach, strengthening our impact and advancing our mission. As an At Large Chapter,  we have a great opportunity to showcase our efforts and share the NFB philosophy with communities across different regions of the state.
Join us and learn how you can be a part of this committed and fun committee..

You are being invited to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Thursday May 7 at 6:30

Topic: FUN in fundraising
Time: 6:30-7:30
Join Zoom Meeting
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/93879433076?pwd=h1MVuUK4qeidMBzYUCJXOOKb93Ebne.1

Meeting ID: 938 7943 3076
Passcode: 906984

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One tap mobile
+16699006833,,93879433076# US (San Jose)
+17193594580,,93879433076# US

Join instructions
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/meetings/93879433076/invitations?signature=JjblZ0kgmQOLWHVT6wl4mnegdFXLea-5NaorTpfZjQI

AGENDA
1. Why do we have fundraisers, Laci Harmon
2. Upcoming fundraisers, Thristan Tucker
3. Future fundraisers
4. October is Blindness Equality month

Thank you,
--

Janet Montoya, At Large Chapter President

nfbnm.alc.president at gmail.com<mailto:nfbnm.alc.president at gmail.com>

505-672-9626

Live the life you want.

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From nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com  Tue May 12 19:34:16 2026
From: nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com (Tonia Trapp)
Date: Tue, 12 May 2026 19:34:16 +0000
Subject: [NFB-NM] Criteria to Receive an Attendance Stipend for the NFB
 National
 Convention (deadline for initial email is June 15)
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National Federation of the Blind of New Mexico

Approved May 11, 2026 by the NFB of New Mexico Board of Directors

Each member of the National Federation of the Blind of New Mexico (NFBNM) who attends the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) national convention will be eligible for a stipend after the convention provided that all of the following requirements are met.

1.         The individual must be an active member in good standing of a chapter or division of NFBNM; the determination of good standing will be made by the president of the chapter or division. The individual must be current in the payment of their dues.

2.         The member must have attended the most recent state convention.

3.         The member must not have been awarded a scholarship from the NFBNM or the NFB in the year in which the national convention has occurred. This criterion does not apply to the Jernigan Scholarship.

4.         Employees of the Commission for the Blind who are requesting this stipend must disclose what type of financial assistance they are receiving from the Commission to attend the NFB convention. If the Commission for the Blind is fully covering all expenses for an employee to attend the convention, then that person is not eligible to receive the stipend.

5.         The member must send an email to both the NFBNM president and the NFBNM treasurer indicating that he or she plans to attend the national convention and that the stipend will be requested. This communication should be received on or before the date designated annually by the Board of Directors.

Note: For 2026, that date is June 15, 2026.

6.         The member must have registered or pre-registered to attend the national convention.

7.         During the national convention, the member must:

A. Participate in the affiliate’s fundraising activities occurring during the national convention;
B. Attend the affiliate caucus held at the national convention;
C. Attend all three days of general sessions and, for every session, notify the NFBNM delegate or alternate delegate of their presence; and
D. Attend the banquet at national convention.
E. Participate in one volunteer activity during the national convention.

8.         The member must send an email to both the NFBNM president and the NFBNM treasurer requesting the stipend within 30 days upon their return.




Best wishes,



Tonia Trapp, secretary

National Federation of the Blind of New Mexico

nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com

www.nfbnm.org



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From nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com  Tue May 12 20:35:01 2026
From: nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com (Tonia Trapp)
Date: Tue, 12 May 2026 20:35:01 +0000
Subject: [NFB-NM] =?utf-8?q?Fw=3A_Registration_Is_Open=3A_Free_Family_Confe?=
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Kaity Ellis writes:

Hello!
I hope you are doing well. I’m excited to share a wonderful opportunity for families of children with low‑incidence disabilities, and I encourage you to pass it along to anyone who may be interested. A flyer is attached to the email
Family Conference Opportunity: Exceptional Students, Empowered Families
This free conference is designed to support families of children who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, visually impaired, deaf‑blind, autistic, or who have other low‑incidence disabilities.
Date: Friday, June 26, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Berna Facio Professional Development Center
Address: 3315 Louisiana Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110<https://www.google.com/maps/search/3315+Louisiana+Blvd+NE,+Albuquerque,+NM+87110?entry=gmail&source=g>
Additional details:
• Free food provided
• Free child care available
• All families are welcome. Please note: We are not able to cover hotel or travel costs.
Registration link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScNBmUPb3FFLsT1aUi8gv-OPQHdlzlFjMFSz-4jYtFRy7eZdQ/viewform
Please feel free to share this opportunity widely within your networks. We hope to see many families there!



Respectfully,

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Kaity Ellis, LMSW, ADAC, P-LCSW| Senior Social Services and Community Coordinator

Office of Special Education

E:  kaitlin.ellis at ped.nm.gov<mailto:kaitlin.ellis at ped.nm.gov>

New Mexico Public Education Department

300 Don Gaspar Ave. | Santa Fe, NM 87501<https://www.google.com/maps/search/300+Don+Gaspar+Ave.+%7C+Santa+Fe,+NM+87501?entry=gmail&source=g>

P: (505) 709-7690| Anti-Racism/Anti-Oppression Portal<http://bit.ly/ARAOHotline>

Book time to meet with me<https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/68e9f3f7314946a7afd742a4808e4586 at ped.nm.gov?anonymous&ep=signature>


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Please take a moment to complete our brief survey:  OSE Constituent Feedback Form<https://forms.gle/4NPEkSRpHy846PhM8>








Best wishes,

Tonia Trapp, secretary
National Federation of the Blind of New Mexico


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From nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com  Tue May 12 21:06:56 2026
From: nfbnewmexicosecretary at gmail.com (Tonia Trapp)
Date: Tue, 12 May 2026 21:06:56 +0000
Subject: [NFB-NM] Fw: Saying Fairwell to Creating Options on Wednesday,
 May 20, 2026
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Creating Options
Say farewell to Creating Options on May 20, 2026, from 10 to 12 noon.   This will be the final Creating Options support group meeting. It has been our pleasure to facilitate this group. Don and I reluctantly, believe    it is time to retire. We wish all of you the best of luck, and please continue your realization that adjustment to vision loss is quite possible. You, the attendees, are the force which makes this gathering successful.
       The Commission intends to continue this support, once a month, as it is now.
 Facilitators, Don and Nancy Burns.
New Mexico Commission for the Blind
2200 Yale Blvd, SE
Albuquerque, NM

Zoom info:
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Kelly Burma, and Nancy and Don Burns are inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89882243802?pwd=awX2HatFgD8moWMdx6i2qvx8IJ3VBr.1

Meeting ID: 898 8224 3802
Passcode: 110272

One tap mobile

+12532050468,,89882243802#,,,,*110272# US

Dial by your location

• +1 253 205 0468 US
• 877 853 5257 US Toll-free

Meeting ID: 898 8224 3802
Passcode: 110272

Best wishes,



Tonia Trapp, secretary

National Federation of the Blind of New Mexico



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