Key Considerations As a student who is blind or low vision, one of the most important skills you can develop before you begin college or career school is the ability to locate and access required course information in alternative formats using access skills and assistive technology. If you needed to order your literature textbook in […]
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Activities and Ways to play with your child with blindness
All babies go through a sequence of learning to play. The first thing an infant usually does with a toy is bring it to their mouth—they have already had the pleasure of sucking on a nipple and getting milk from it, so maybe the toy will taste good too! While sighted babies frequently continue to […]
Lesson 13: Transition IEP Goals to Prepare Students with Vision Loss for College
Key Considerations When you reach age 16 as a student who is blind or low vision, your Individualized Education Program (IEP) must include post-secondary goals related to training, education, employment, and independent living skills. Your IEP should also include the amount of specialized services and instruction you need to receive to help you reach the […]
Lesson 15: College Essay Writing Practice for Students Who Are Blind or Low Vision
Key Considerations When you have narrowed down the list of colleges or career schools you would like to attend, the next step will be for you to submit an application to the office of admissions by the specified deadline. The process of applying to college or career school can be time-consuming for any applicant. As […]
Lesson 9: Taking Out a Student Loan to Pay for College As a Student with Vision Loss
Key Considerations After you submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), you will receive an award letter from the college or career school you will attend. The award letter will include a list of funds you are qualified to receive based on your financial need as a student with vision loss. The funds […]