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December 19

College Success@Perkins sends young adults down a path toward academic growth and self discovery.

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Winter Ski Camp

February 10

Students enjoy skiing at Sugarloaf Mountain at the annual New England Blind & VI Ski Festival. No previous ski experience needed.

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Explore independence & practice life skills

Short Courses offer public school students opportunity to focus on Expanded Core Curriculum areas, from resume writing seminars to practical cooking skills.

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

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28,990 people borrowing braille or audio books from the Perkins Library in the past year

78% increase in children, adults, educators, and caregivers around the world reached by Perkins International in the last six years

23,246 people living more independently thanks to assistive technology from Perkins Solutions

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At Perkins School for the Blind, every moment of every day is an opportunity for our students to learn.

Latest News

In a class of their own

Events

Winter Ski Camp

Get Involved

Become a Perkins donor, advocate or volunteer

Explore independence & practice life skills

We’re making a difference with your help

Independent Evaluations

Young Adult Learning

Discovering a passion for hospitality

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The future starts now

Volunteer at Perkins

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You can help kids every month

At Perkins School for the Blind, every moment of every day is an opportunity for our students to learn.

Explore independence & practice life skills

We’re making a difference with your help

Independent Evaluations

Volunteer at Perkins