ID: A student and her intervener sit together in front of a tangible symbol schedule. The Intervener signs hand under hand
A middle school female student is using an iPad. She is matching the letters in a game.
A female teacher and a female elementary student are working on an activity with their hands in a bin with beans. The teacher uses hand over hand to support the student on how to use the scooper to move the beans from the large pin to the small cups.

DeafBlind Educational Services

Services:

Teacher of the Blind and Low Vision

Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS)

Intervener Paras

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Programming Includes

1:1 Pull-Out Sessions, Push-In Sessions and Community Experience Sessions

Adaptive devices and toys

Active Learning Approach

Expanded Core Curriculum

Partnerships with NY DeafBlind Collaborative, Helen Keller National Center, Visions and NYS Commission for the Blind

Continuing Professional Learning in collaboration with the Perkins School for the Blind & NYDBC

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Examples of Modifications and Accommodations:

Large size paper to accommodate large size font

Colored paper to enhance contrast of the print on the background

Tangible Symbols to use for scheduling and communication

Cushions on open door frames, cushions on stair posts

Tactile tape on the edge of steps outside and inside the building

Magnifying lamps, Low vision monoculars

Visual/Tangible Symbols

Mobility & Adapted Mobility Devices

Seating Accommodations

Hallways with no clutter to ensure safe walking areas

Modified activities in the classroom, gym, art, and recommended services

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