The National Federation of the Blind’s Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning® (NFB BELL) Academy is proud to bring its nationally recognized Braille and independence-building program program to Chicago and Springfield this year.
Coordinator
Deborah Stein
773-203-1394
[email protected]
Program Information
Prepare for a summer of learning, laughter, and empowerment! The NFB BELL® Academy helps blind and low-vision children boost their Braille skills, build independence, and discover the confidence to live the lives they want.
The NFB of Illinois can’t wait to welcome families to Chicago and Springfield, where your child will make friends, learn new skills, and meet blind mentors who inspire them every day.
For more information, payment instructions, or if you have any other questions, please contact Debbie Stein.
Chicago
The Chicago Lighthouse
1850 W. Roosevelt Road
Chicago, IL 60607
The Chicago program will take place July 20–31, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Lunch is included. Registration is fifty dollars per student. Transportation is not provided, except for scheduled field trips. Students will also gain experience using public transportation, including buses and subways, to travel to locations throughout the city.
Registration for Chicago will close on July 2.
Springfield
President Abraham Lincoln Springfield (DoubleTree Hotel)
701 E Adams Street
Springfield, IL 62071
The residential Springfield program will take place July 13–17. All meals are included. Registration is fifty dollars per student. Transportation is not provided, except for scheduled field trips. Participants will walk from the hotel to the program site together.
Registration for Springfield will close July 13.
Registration
To register, please complete the NFB BELL® registration (also available in Spanish). Registration for Chicago will close on July 2 and on July 13 for Springfield.