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At Perkins School for the Blind, we have believed in the power of education since 1829 to transform and enrich the lives of children and adults with visual impairment. That belief is what pushes us to innovate — by developing best practices in the classroom, launching new assistive technologies and partnering with local communities and international governments to ensure all individuals with visual impairment have the opportunity to learn and thrive.

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Message from the President

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At Perkins, we empower our students to take charge of their lives. Whether they aim to pursue a college degree, enter the workforce or engage with their community, we support them in every step of their journey.

To learn more, I invite you to read about some of the ways we do this: from helping students develop self-advocacy, communication, and life skills they need to lead fulfilling lives, to the post-secondary programs we have created to ensure they successfully transition into the future.

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What's New

Meet Geoff Freed: Digital Accessibility Expert, Industry Veteran — and the Newest Member of the Perkins Access Team

To many in the digital accessibility industry — especially in and around New England - Geoff Freed needs no introduction.

Four reasons why braille still matters in the age of Alexa and iPhone

Given the rise of audiobooks, does braille still have a role to play in the lives of people who are blind or visually impaired?

Memorable Images of 2019

Here are some of our photographer’s favorite photos of 2019.

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Brightening futures for young adults

Life after graduation can be daunting when blind, but it doesn’t have to be.

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Join Us At These Events

Transition Planning: Financial Planning for Two Generations Networking Lunch

February 7, 2020

Join us in the Grousbeck Center for Students and Technology (GCST) for the fourth [2019-20] in a series of free transition workshops.

Winter Ski Camp

February 9, 2020

Students enjoy skiing at Sugarloaf Mountain at the annual New England Blind & VI Ski Festival. No previous ski experience needed. (AGES 13-22)

Creating Assistive Technology Solutions in Minutes

February 10, 2020

You will use an assortment of the tools and materials described in the book and on video clips to fabricate 8 assistive technology solutions.

Perkins Pre-Employment Program

February 16, 2020

An experiential course that gives visually impaired young adults the necessary skills and confidence to pursue success in their career. (AGES 16-22)

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Learn more about how you can join the effort and be part of our mission to give quality education to every child with MDVI in India.

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Advocate

Volunteer

Stay connected. Subscribe for Updates!

Message from the President

What's New

Meet Geoff Freed: Digital Accessibility Expert, Industry Veteran — and the Newest Member of the Perkins Access Team

Four reasons why braille still matters in the age of Alexa and iPhone

Memorable Images of 2019

Brightening futures for young adults

Join Us At These Events

Transition Planning: Financial Planning for Two Generations Networking Lunch

Winter Ski Camp

Creating Assistive Technology Solutions in Minutes

Perkins Pre-Employment Program

Stay in Touch