“From the unanswered questions about our world to the puzzles of the universe and beyond, we imagine a future where the blind are encouraged and empowered to apply their diverse capabilities to the exploration of new horizons along with their sighted peers. That is why we, the blind, have committed our Jernigan Institute to improving educational opportunities for blind youth in a way that no one else has ever imagined.” Dr. Marc Maurer, President, National Federation of the Blind (photo of Science Academy students loading rocket on launcher)

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2012 NFB Project Innovation

The first ever NFB Project innovation will take place at the National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute on July 24th - 29th, 2012.

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This program is for both middle school aged and high school aged students. This pioneer program will focus on fostering a sense of innovation and autonomy in young students by allowing them to determine their course of study during the week of the program. Students will ultimately focus on one investigation which they will showcase at the Innovators expo. However, multiple branches of science will be explored throughout the program through extension activities.

Thirty blind and low vision students from all across the country will be chosen to attend this program.