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Services are provided to students with visual impairments who
have a reduced acuity or field loss that affects their educational
performance. Specialized support allows students to function
within the regular educational setting and provides district teachers
with strategies to enhance instruction. Services may be direct or
consultative and are provided in collaboration with the student's
educational team.
Specialized instruction may include: self-advocacy skills,
braille instruction, use of specialized technology devices, computer
access, use of optical devices, career skills and mobility
training. Braille, large print material and audio texts are provided
by the Intermediate Unit.
Services are provided to eligible students, ages birth to 21
years.
Maximum Class Size: State Regulations and Standards Elementary and Secondary: 15-20
Instructional Assistants: None
Students are instructed in the following areas: Efficient use of residual vision, braille instruction, braille reading/writing, listening skills, concept development, sensory motor skills, use of optical low vision devices, screen access software, and technology device training.
They also receive instruction in the following expanded core curriculum areas: social interaction skills, daily living skills, career skills and orientation/mobility training. |
