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B-I-N-G-O spells learning and fun!
A piece of paper reads, "Congratulations. You won bingo!"
May 15, 2020
Using familiar objects and teacher-made bingo cards, Perkins’ Deafblind program builds skills while entertaining.
Dancing like there's no tomorrow
A computer screen shows a Spotify playlist.
May 12, 2020
With energy that rivals a rock concert, Zoom dance parties at Perkins give students a chance to let loose.
In remote learning, a challenge and an opportunity
A student attends virtual class using an iPad.
May 12, 2020
A lesson in resilience is added to the curriculum for students, parents and teachers.
Mapping the way forward for one student before graduation
A student sits and reads braille while a teacher looks on.
May 11, 2020
During crisis, Perkins staff get needed materials into the hands of a graduating senior
All About American Sign Language
Jaimi Lard signs with a Grafton school system nurse during presentation to the Grafton School nurses on Tuesday October 31, 2017
May 1, 2020
Resources for you and your family to use at home.
Doing what’s right for your family: 6 emotional support tips from our school psychologists
A woman hugs her child.
April 29, 2020
As the world changes, tending to your family’s emotional wellbeing is critical.
Myat’s breakthrough moments
Myat sits and reads braille with an instructor.
April 27, 2020
The Deafblind Program at Perkins gives Myat the tools he needed to overcome hurdles and explore his passions
3 tips for parents supporting at-home learning for kids who are blind or visually impaired
A little girl in glasses stands close to a big digital screen.
April 22, 2020
School has temporarily moved home — but the learning doesn’t have to stop.
Creating a Daily Schedule for Your Child
A boy sits on the floor sorting socks.
April 10, 2020
Tips for creating a daily schedule and ideas for working with kids in a playful, but structured manner while we are all home-bound due to COVID-19.
At-home activities for your child
A young boy sits at a computer while a teacher looks over his shoulders.
April 6, 2020
We’re here to help you keep your child’s education on track.

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