Author Archives: Shannon Carollo

Fall Sensory Play for Your Blind or Low Vision Child 

Three red apples on a white background

Dive into the cozy scents and textures of autumn with these apple-themed sensory activities! From homemade apple-scented playdough to apple stamping with cinnamon-scented paint, these hands-on experiences spark creativity and build fine motor skills. Great for all children, including those who are blind or visually impaired, these activities provide a fun and accessible way to […]

Reflecting on a Year of Growth: APH ConnectCenter in 2023

Posted on December 26, 2023 - 12:43 pm by
APH ConnectCenter team members from left to right: Amber Bland, Tony Susnick, Lori Scharff, Alan Lovell, Katie Frederick, Pris Rogers, Richard Rueda, Olaya Landa-Vialard, Lee Huffman, and Melisa Matthews

It’s time to reflect on the incredible progress made by APH ConnectCenter in 2023. This year has been marked by a milestone anniversary, a new streamlined and cohesive website, the introduction of our newsletter—the APH ConnectCenter Quarterly, and a steadfast commitment to providing information on empowering independence for individuals who are blind or low vision.  […]

Tips for Requesting College Accommodations

Posted on August 29, 2023 - 1:06 pm by
Student in dorm using headphones and a smartphone

Editor’s note: Have you begun requesting college accommodations as a student who is blind or low vision? The following tips on requesting college accommodations have been updated by Lori Scharff, APH CareerConnect Content Lead, as of August 2023. Being nervous, anxious, and unsure is normal when transitioning from high school to college or a university. […]

Self-Awareness Is Essential to Career Success

Posted on July 3, 2023 - 11:54 am by
Individual wearing eyeglasses and professional clothing looks at her reflection in a mirror

Editor’s note: Solid self-awareness is the basis for finding a career that complements you and for maintaining employment. The following blog on self-awareness has been updated as of July 2023. If career success is likened to a well-built building, thorough self-awareness is the foundation. In engineering, it should be noted that the taller the architectural […]

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