2019 Vision Symposium
Vision Symposium - Tools for the Educator’s Toolbox Author: Anna Cyr - KSSB Field Services Specialist 9-29-2019 Being an itinerant educator in the world of visual impairments is a bit…
Algebra 2 Online
Mathography - Enjoying Algebra Online! Author: Garrett Turner 9-17-2019 My name is Garrett Turner. I am currently a 16-year-old going to Oskaloosa high school. My interests include technology, specifically computers,…
From Puppy to Guide Dog
Teamwork - Handler and Guide Dog! By Christian Puett September 08, 2019 When you see a dog walking with an individual who is blind, you may wonder how they go…
First KC Blind All-Stars Foundation 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk.
Run, don’t walk... To register for the first KC Blind All-Stars Foundation 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk on Saturday, Sept. 21. You don’t want to miss out on a chance to…
Let’s Keep Reading
Braille Literacy is Key!! All students benefit from instruction in literacy, and it is especially crucial for students who read braille. A question often asked is "Where can I get…
KSSB Track team is running towards victory
Image description: A student is flying through the air while leaping over a pole to land with his back on a large blue thick mat. Coach Tim, standing with his…
Boys and Girls Weekend – Fall 2019
Opportunity is Knocking!! Join us for the KSSB Boys and Girls Weekend Photo: A student on a climbing wall. He is reaching with his hands and feet for the rock-shaped…
Enjoy – Fun and Safety on the Playground
Consider Adding Contrast to Playground Equipment for Children who have Low Vision Photo: wood swing seat connected to chain link. By Judy Imber, COMS 8-22-2019 As the new school year…
Enjoy the School Year – “You Got This.”
Welcome Back to School! by Susan Threinen 8-20-2019 It’s that time of year again. Time for aisle upon aisle of school supplies, brightly colored backpacks, and harried parents referring to…
Nemeth Code Instructional Resource
A fantastic new resource is available to teach the Nemeth Code. A new Nemeth Code Curriculum contains lesson plans, games, and fun facts to teach and reinforce mathematic concepts while…
I Can Be that Mom – My Child’s Steps to Independence
Hey Transition Parents! Author: Lindsay Beal, Parent of aKSSB Transition Student Date: 4-3-2019 Or maybe you’re a momma wondering if a transition program is the right choice for your child. …
KSSB Prom – A Magical Night
Welcome to KSSB Prom - Spring 2019 Spring is here and that means the Prom is right around the corner. It is the time of year when high school students…
Robin Watch Spring 2019
Robin Watch 2019 Author: Sandra Craig April 25: First egg seen in nest Robins have been nesting in this spot under the air conditioner in the Science Room for several…
Upcoming KanLovKids Events
KanLovKids - New Clinics Scheduled Spring 2019 The KanLovKids Project offers Low Vision Collaborative Clinics (LVCC) andLow Vision Collaborative Clinics + (LVCC+) to children from ages birth through 21 who reside in Kansas.…
Eagle Update March 2019
KSSB Eagle Update March 2019 Mr. Jon Harding/Ms. Aundrayah Shermer WEB: www.kssb.net TWITTER: @KansasBlind FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/KSBlind/ Administrative Update: Spring Break brings promises of warmer weather, new growth and springing forward…
The Kansas State School for the Blind launches new website
Stop by the Kansas School for the Blind in its digital form. See our newly redesigned website, This website gives greater detail about the wide range of programs and services…
Get Prepared: Regional Braille Challenge Practice Events Happening Now!
“There is a wonder in reading Braille that the sighted will never know: to touch words and have them touch you back." ― Jim Fiebig Celebrate and Practice Braille Literacy…
Eagle Update February 2019
ADMINISTRATION Mr. Jon/Ms. Aundrayah WEBSITE: www.kssb.net TWITTER: @KansasBlind FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/KSBlind/ The winter weather continues to present some extreme weather days that have caused local schools to close. KSSB typically…
Get Ready! Transition Program is Accepting Service Requests for the 2019-2020 Academic School Year
How to get started As we head into second semester, this is just a quick reminder that the KSSB Transition Program is accepting Service Requests from districts who have a student interested…
KSSB Field Service Specialists Host Community of Practice (COP) Seminars Around the State
"A Community of Practice is a group of people who share a passion for something that they know how to do and who interact regularly to learn how to do…
Eagle Update January 2019
ADMINISTRATION Mr. Jon/Ms. Aundrayah WEBSITE: www.kssb.net TWITTER: @KansasBlind FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/KSBlind/ Help us contact you! We hope everyone had a safe holiday season. We’ve had a few storms hit the Kansas…
A Look Back and Forward at KSSB’s Role in Braille Challenge
Don’t miss out on 2019’s competition! Just like any competition among students, the Braille Challenge regional events here in Kansas offer students a chance for friendly competition with other kids…
Expanding Services: KSSB Now Provides Resources for Birth to School-Age Children
Seeing a need for more resources and support in the state of Kansas, the Kansas State School for the Blind added two early childhood special educators to its Field Services…
KSSB Eagle Update – December 2018
ADMINISTRATION Mr. Jon/Ms. Aundrayah Visit the KSSB WEBSITE Follow KSSB on TWITTER Follow KSSB on FACEBOOK EARLY CHILDHOOD Lila Taylor An “end of semester” holiday party was held in the…
