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FIMC-VI Visual Field E-Newsletter May 2015

Monthly Newsletter for The Florida Instructional Materials Center for the Visually Impaired

May, 2015

In This Issue

  • Kathee's Korner
  • Summer Programs
  • Get Social with FIMC-VI
Upcoming Webinars and Workshops

Orientation for New Teachers

Part 3 - May 21st

Determining Time, Type and Intensity of Services

Part 2 - May 12th

Part 3 - May 28th
SLK Workshop

This workshop has been cancelled and will be rescheduled for Fall 2015.

To register for a webinar or view our archives, please visit the following link: http://www.fimcvi.org/training/

Upcoming Conferences

VAVF Conference

May 18-20, 2015
17th Annual Family Café
June 5-7, 2015
Getting in Touch with Literacy
November 18-21, 2015
SOMA 50th Anniversary Conference
March 13-15, 2016

Summer is upon us! What will your students be involved in over the break? Do you know where your book orders will be shipped over the summer? Would you like to get social with FIMC-VI? Keep reading!


Kathee's Korner

Please take a few minutes and double check that your shipping locations will be available for deliveries this summer. If you need any changes just send me an email at kcagle@fimcvi.org and I will be happy to make any necessary corrections. I hope everyone has a safe and restful break.  

 -Kathee Cage


Summer Programs for Youth with Visual Impairments

Do not forget that there are many great summer programs out there for youth who are visually impaired. These programs can provide continued support and instruction in the Expanded Core Curriculum while having fun! Be sure to check with your local Division of Blind Services counselor and/or agency for more information!
Other camps in Florida:                                              
  • Camp Abilities - North Florida
  • Summer Programs @ FSDB

  • Get Social with FIMC-VI!

    We are excited to announce that you can now connect with us on Facebook and Twitter. We look forward to providing news, updates, resources, and useful information to educators, parents, and community member through social media. Our mission remains the same-to assist schools and families in obtaining specialized materials for students with visual impairments at no cost. We look forward to sharing our stories with you. Like and Follow us today!

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    Thank you for taking the time to read The Visual Field E-Newsletter. If you have a great resource you would like to share with other teachers and parents please send to awallace@fimcvi.org.
    Sincerely,
    The FIMC-VI Staff

     

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    This document was developed by The Florida Instructional Materials Center for the Visually Impaired (FIMC-VI), a special project funded by the Florida Department of Education/Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services, through federal assistance under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B, and State General Revenue funds. Hillsborough County Public Schools has managed FIMC-VI since 1972.
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