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Welcome to Perkins' first ever virtual art show!

Students from every program contributed paintings, drawings, pottery sculptures and more.

Perkins Stories

Perkins Talks Progress—And What Lies Ahead —With Two Long-time Disability Advocates

Perkins sat down with Senator Tom Harkin and Ambassador Kim Charlson to discuss the pillars of the ADA in contexts of technology, education and more.

Events

Sixth Annual Perkins Golf Tournament

October 7

Help students who are blind reach their full potential while tackling the impressive Charles River Country Club course.

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Support Students at Perkins

Kids like Myat continue to learn with remote teaching. Join Perkins in our commitment to support all students with a gift.

Read our summer issue of In Focus!

We’re making every effort to stay connected to our students, families and friends, in Massachusetts and around the world.

Here's how

We’re making a difference with your help

Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.
— Helen Keller

60% of children diagnosed with a visual impairment in the US today have CVI. We’re committed to helping kids and families because kids with CVI can't wait.

one person outlined in pink out of three blue people

1 in 4 people have a disability. We consult with business, higher ed, healthcare and other industries to ensure their digital products are accessible to all.

Children in 92 countries and all 50 states have access to a Perkins-trained teacher. Because we believe every child can learn.

A designed graphic adorned with symbols related to disability reads #ADA30.

Happy birthday to the ADA!

30 years ago this month, the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law. Here's what it accomplished and some of the work remaining to create a more equal society.

Celebrate the milestone with us!

Celebrating the class of 2020!

For the first time in Perkins' history, we're holding a virtual graduation. We need your help to fill "the room" with messages of congratulations and love!

SAY CONGRATS