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“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)

National Federation of the Blind
2009 Youth Slam

Once again, the National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute coordinated the most dynamic gathering of blind youth in the United States.  Blind and low vision high school students from across the United States took part in this five-day academy to engage, inspire, and encourage the next generation of blind youth to consider careers falsely believed to be impossible for the blind.

Throughout the week, the NFB Youth Slam was covered by a team of student reporters on the NFB Slam News track.  Be sure to learn about the NFB Youth Slam from the students' perspective by reading their blogs and listening to their podcasts.  For more information about the program, visit the NFB Youth Slam page. 

 

STEM-ulating Growth in New Fields Contest

Have you participated in one of the following NCBYS programs: Science Academy 2004, Rocket On! 2004, Science Academy 2005, Rocket On! 2005, Science Academy 2006, Rocket On! 2006, Youth Slam 2007, Jr. Science Academy 2008, or Youth Slam 2009?  If so, we have a contest for you! Show us in a creative way what science means to you now. You can write a poem, write an essay, submit original song lyrics, or create a piece of tactile art. Follow the link above for contest rules and to enter for a chance to win national recognition and a prize.

2010 Junior Science Academy

Students and Mentors Apply Now!

Session 1: July 28-August 1, 2010
Session 2: August 4-August 8, 2010

In 2008 for the first time, The NFB's National Center for Blind Youth in Science (NCBYS) offered a Junior Science Academy targeting children in grades three through six. This year, with hands-on experiences, tactile materials, and innovative nonvisual teaching methods, the Academy will open its doors to the youngest group of scientific explorers in NCBYS history.  In addition, the Academy will have corresponding parent workshops to provide parents/guardians with the tools and knowledge that they need to help their child succeed.

Learn more about the Junior Science Academy.

 

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