Education

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Information and resources on IFSPs, IEPs, Assessments, ECC, Homeschool, Literacy and Braille, and Your Rights and Advocacy.

A Functional Vision Learning Media Assessment kit.

Assessments

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Prior to commencing your child’s educational journey, it’s vital to determine their learning requirements and the most effective learning approach. Assessment, which is […]

ECC

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Activities, Ideas, and Resources for Developing ECC Skills Your child needs to study the same basic academic subjects that sighted children do, from […]

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Homeschool

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish) Many parents of children who are blind or low vision consider homeschooling. Learn more about the process.

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IFSP – Individualized Family Service Plan (Birth to 3 years old)

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)What Is an IFSP? If your child has an eye condition, you may have found that a program of early intervention services will help you […]

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IEP – Individualized Education Program (3 years to 22 years old)

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)After your child qualifies for special education due to their eye condition, consider this as a blueprint. It outlines the suitable services your […]

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Literacy and Braille

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Braille is a tactile system representing the written word, serving as an alternative to print for those with blindness or low vision. It’s […]

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Your Rights and Advocacy

This content is also available in: Español (Spanish)Advocating for Your Child The word “advocate” comes from the Latin word for “voice.” Being your child’s advocate means you are your child’s […]