Association for Education & Rehabilitation of the Blind & Visually Impaired

Register today for Accreditation for Agencies and Schools for the Blind presented by Elly du Pre on March 18, 2025 at 3:30 EST. During this webinar learn how the review panel works. Learn how an organization or school prepares for the AER accreditation review. Find out how being a reviewer is as great an experience as everyone says it is. ACVREP credits: 1.0 Session length: 60 minutes Register today: https://zurl.co/EZEUd

Mark your calendar and join us for Accessible Video for Students Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision presented by Katie Armstrong on March 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM EDT. Research shows that multimedia is beneficial for all students. However, it isn’t easy to find educational media with high-quality description. DCMP is a federally funded program, which provides accessible educational media and much more. Learn about this free resource. We’ll discuss how described media can enhance learning for all students. ACVREP credits: 1.5 Session length: 90 minutes Register here: https://zurl.co/ztpIC

Register today for NVID APRIL WEBINAR April 17, 2025 at 3:30pm ET/ 12:30pm PT The NVID welcomes Maurice Beloit for our next upcoming webinar Using a New Checklist to Identify Students Who May Have Brain-Based Hearing Issues, and Strategies for Supporting Their Learning and Active Engagement This session will provide an overview of a new annotated checklist that can guide families and educational teams in determining whether a child might have a brain-based hearing issue. A variety of strategies will be highlighted to support these children, including reducing auditory clutter, limiting simultaneous multi-sensory input, and speaking to children at a rate that supports maximal auditory comprehension. A supplementary benefit to these strategies is that they support learning and engagement amongst almost all children and young adults. Register: https://zurl.co/AH9CG

Mark your calendar for AER panel discussion on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, from 5:00-6:30 pm ET, Coordinates in the Chaos: Plotting a Meaningful Route Through Today’s Perplexing Federal Policy and Funding Landscape to Forge Meaningful Positive Change. In uncertain times, it is only natural to feel unsettled by the unknown. In such times, when both real and perceived threats seem to be coming from every side, particularly when they touch on our personal and professional lives, it is both human and healthy to reach out for help, perspective, and guidance. In this 90-minute webinar hosted by AER, open to the consumer and professional blindness and low vision communities, join in a conversation with community leaders and expert advocates to get better oriented to the rough terrain we are walking on together, to avoid the sinkholes of cynicism, to stay on course toward the intended destinations we have long sought after, and to channel our confusion, fear, and even anger, into strategies best calibrated for success. Register for the webinar: https://zurl.co/ykTvK

Don't miss this opportunity for the 2025 POSB STEM Institute for Instruction. Register now for the 2025 POSB STEM Institute for Instruction, happening April 8–9, 2025 at the Fremont Downtown Event Center (3500 Capitol Ave, Fremont, CA 94538), with a tour of the California School for the Blind on April 10 (500 Walnut Ave, Fremont, CA 94536). Registration is FREE. Even if you RSVP’d earlier, please complete the official registration form so we can plan meals and sessions accurately. Register only once using this link; you should receive a confirmation email within 24–48 hours. If you don’t, contact Veronica Gunn at [email protected]. Save your confirmation as a record. Registration closes March 18, 2025. Register today: https://zurl.co/hnqmk For more details, visit the POSB STEM Institute for Instruction webpage. Feel free to share this invitation with others. We look forward to seeing you! —The 2025 POSB STEM Institute for Instruction Planning Committee

The Latest Issue of The New RE:view! The newest edition of The New RE:view is here, bringing fresh insights and groundbreaking research from experts in the field of visual impairment and education. This issue is packed with innovative strategies, real-world applications, and thought-provoking discussions that will inspire your work and deepen your understanding. ?? Explore the latest research. ?? Gain insights from top professionals. ?? Apply new knowledge to your practice. Join us in learning from thought leaders who are shaping the future of our field! Read the latest issue here: https://zurl.co/GyEfc What article are you most excited to dive into? Let us know in the comments!

Hello Tennessee Chapter AER Members—and friends in the field of low vision and blindness services! We're thrilled to announce that conference registration is now open for our first in-person TN AER Conference in over a decade. Join us from April 4–5, 2025, at Henry Horten State Park to connect with esteemed colleagues and share knowledge in a warm, welcoming environment. ? Early Bird Registration: Open until February 18, 2025 ? Room Availability & Rates: Guaranteed through March 5, 2025 ? Vendor/Exhibitor Registration: Coming soon! For more details and to secure your spot, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e59fBCbR We look forward to seeing you there for an engaging and enriching experience!

Calling Future Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments (TSVIs)! AER's Professional Personnel Recruitment Committee (PPRC) has released a brand-new recruitment flyer just for TSVIs! This updated, accessible flyer is perfect for outreach, social media, and sharing with potential future TSVIs. Plus, it’s paired with the PBS Spotlight On video to create a complete recruitment package! ?? Find the TSVI flyer and recruitment materials here: https://zurl.co/wvUtF Let’s work together to inspire the next generation of TSVIs!

DC-Md AER Chapter Conference Date: Friday, March 28, 2025 ChAERting the Course for Success Maritime Conference Center in Linthicum, MD (map) Registration $85 for members, $110 for non-members. Sessions focus on a variety of topics such as the LMA for Complex Learners, Determining Efficient Assistive Technology, Traffic Signals and Timing, and The Science of Braille Reading See website for detailed agenda, description of all the sessions and registration link: https://zurl.co/9KHeC REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, Feb 25 at 11:59 pm* *No Late Registrations Accepted.