Jernigan Institute Programs Education NCBYS Online Education Early Childhood Initiative Director Institute News/Calendar Imagination Fund

National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute Education Programs Education, one of the five primary initiatives of the NFB Jernigan Institute, has always been a cornerstone of the work of the Federation and plays a critical role in the future programs of the NFB Jernigan Institute. Like the other Institute initiatives, the Education Program is responsible to the membership of the National Federation of the Blind. The NFB Jernigan Institute Education Program is built on a foundation of high expectations and positive attitudes about blindness. The program will address the concerns of parents, educators, and blind students by developing and disseminating innovative approaches to critical issues impacting the blind. By leveraging partnerships, technological innovations, and the collective knowledge and success of blind people across the country, the Institute's Education Program will provide innovation and leadership to the educational system in order to stimulate a brighter future full of opportunities. Hear an interview with the Jernigan Institute Director of Education, Mark Riccobono, regarding recent initiatives.  This twenty minute interview was aired on WTOE Radio. Imagine the… National Center for Blind Youth in Science including the NFB Science Academy and the Transition to Independence Club Online Education Program providing innovative training on blindness from the blind themselves Early Childhood Initiative to ensure that families are equipped with the knowledge to prepare their blind children for a future full of opportunity National Literary Braille Competency Test, an examination to measure competency in the literary Braille code in order to raise expectations and improve training and instruction in Braille. In addition to providing these programs, the Jernigan Institute has partners that simply serve to promote improvements in the education of the blind. Related Links National Organization of Parents of Blind Children-a resource for parents of blind children. As we imagine and build a future full of opportunities through our Education Program, we welcome your input and support. For questions, comments, or suggestions regarding the NFB Jernigan Institute Education Program, contact: Mark A. Riccobono Director of Education Jernigan Institute National Federation of the Blind 1800 Johnson Street Baltimore, Maryland 21230 (410) 659-9314, ext. 2368 You can support our programs through the Imagination Fund.