Future Reflections Fall 1991
DISTINGUISHED EDUCATOR OF BLIND CHILDREN AWARD FOR 1992
by Sharon Maneki
Editor's Note: Sharon Maneki is President of the National Federation of the
Blind of Maryland. She also chairs the committee to select the Distinguished
Educator of Blind Children for 1992.
The National Federation of the Blind will recognize an outstanding teacher
of blind children at our 1992 convention June 29 to July 5, in Charlotte, North
Carolina. The winner of this award will receive an expense-paid trip to the
convention, a check for $500, an appropriate plaque at the banquet, and an
opportunity to make a presentation about the education of blind children to the
National Federation of the Blind Parents of Blind Children Division early in the
convention.
Anyone who is currently teaching or counseling blind children or
administering a program for blind children is eligible to receive this award. It
is not necessary to be a member of the National Federation of the Blind to
apply. However, the winner must attend the national convention. Teachers may be
nominated by colleagues, supervisors, or friends. The letter of nomination
should explain why the teacher is being recommended for this award.
The education of blind children is one of our most important concerns.
Attendance at a National Federation of the Blind convention will enrich a
teacher's experience by affording the opportunity to meet other teachers who
work with blind children, to meet parents, and to meet blind adults who have had
experiences in a variety of educational programs. Help us recognize a
distinguished teacher by distributing this form and encouraging teachers to
submit their credentials. We are pleased to offer this award and look forward to
applications from many well-qualified educators.