The Vision Program provides educational supports and services to students who are blind and visually impaired (ages birth-21). Teachers of the Visually Impaired deliver a range of services to these students including: consultation to school staff regarding students’ vision needs; direct instruction in compensatory skill areas (i.e. Braille, listening skills, technology, utilization of functional vision, Orientation & Mobility); provision of adapted materials and specialized equipment.
The Vision Program has a staff of 24 full and part time staff which includes certified Teachers of the Visually Impaired, Orientation and Mobility Instructors, technology specialists, paraeducators, a Braillist, a Program Support teacher and an Instructional Specialist.
The Vision Program is committed to ensuring that each student has the necessary accommodations and appropriate materials/equipment and instruction to successfully access the curriculum in the least restrictive environment.