Perkins School for the Blind

03/14/2026

Meet Zeke, who knows the first 26 digits of to celebrate today, 3/14!

How many digits can you name? Drop them in the comments. 🤔

03/13/2026

What’s scarier: or these unnecessary barriers to ?

Don’t just – share these tips throughout the Blind New World so we can break the streak of inaccessibility!

03/12/2026

From historic venues made accessible to adaptive technology and world-class athletes, the Paralympic Games show the world what’s possible when accessibility, innovation, and community come together. 💙🔥

We were lucky to have someone from our team sharing the experience firsthand!

03/11/2026

For young adults who are or , building career readiness starts with hands-on experiences that connect classroom learning to future opportunities.

And our Pre-Employment Program is designed to do just that.

Throughout the week, students practiced writing resumes and cover letters, developing elevator pitches, preparing for interviews, and learning how to communicate their skills and accommodation needs.

They also participated in mock interviews, visited workplaces, and joined career panels with professionals across a range of industries.

Sessions on workplace readiness explored professional attire, assistive technology, public transit, and Orientation & Mobility skills. Alumni shared their post-high school experiences and offered guidance for the next steps in education and careers.

03/10/2026

Perkins first became part of Tom's story when he was just three months old, and it’s been part of his and his family’s lives ever since.

Thanks to his journey with Perkins, he learned , assistive technology, and everyday living skills. Later, he built career readiness by learning about résumé writing, preparing for interviews, and meeting blind professionals. These experiences carried him into his first job, through college, and into adulthood.

“Because of Perkins, I found my place in the world: first as a blind student, and now as a professional and mentor.” —Tom Geraci, Perkins alumnus

Your gift will help make it possible for kids and young adults like Tom to build skills, confidence, and independence beyond the school day. Support these journeys at: https://bit.ly/4rwCcDS

03/08/2026

is a thrill and for kids and young adults with disabilities, it’s also an opportunity to build their confidence, independence, and leadership.

As the remind the world what’s possible in , this is where it starts for some kids who are .

Our Outreach Program joined Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports to explore adaptive , , and other fan-favorite winter activities in Killington, VT.

Each skier worked 1-1 with instructors and guides, skiing alongside and behind them, sometimes using tethers, microphones, and helmets to give real-time guidance and support as they navigated the slopes safely 🎿

03/07/2026

Hear from Sophia and Declan as they share how they approach explaining their disabilities to others, self advocacy, and make creating art accessible. 🎨

03/06/2026

Currently, U.S. currency doesn’t have tactile markings, making it difficult for people who are or have to independently tell bills apart. Technology like physical currency readers and phone apps can help, but the burden shouldn’t fall on the user.

Perkins Library's Executive Director Kim Charlson shares an overview of the history of accessible currency in the United States, and when the first bill may be rolled out.

03/05/2026

Even in a digital age, remains crucial for literacy for those who are blind or visually impaired. Grateful for the work of Braille Authority of North America over the past 50 years, and we're proud to continue advancing braille literacy at Perkins. Congratulations! 💙

As part of our 50th Anniversary celebration, we’re proud to shine a spotlight on Perkins School for the Blind, a full member of BANA since 2015.

Perkins helps children, youth and adults with , blindness and low vision find their place in the world. Since 1951, Perkins has been the proud manufacturer of the with over 400,000 units being used around the globe. Perkins advances by teaching and producing braille, and supporting braille readers through its accessible lending library. Wendy Buckley, Assistive Technology Teacher Specialist, represents Perkins on the BANA Board as Vice Chair.

“Perkins believes access to braille instruction, training, and materials is a human right for all individuals who need to have the opportunity to use braille for learning, employment and independent living. Braille literacy provides its users with a level playing field and equal access to reading and information. Congratulations to BANA for 50 years of extraordinary work, development of braille codes, and the creation of tools for students, teachers, and transcribers to make braille more readily available where it is needed.”
-David Barth, President & CEO, Perkins

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03/05/2026

What the world needs now is love – and perseverance.

This , we reflect on these wise words from that encourage us to keep going. To keep trying. And to .

03/04/2026

Such a fun day for our students and community! Thanks for stopping by Boston Bruins 💙

03/04/2026

What the world needs now is love – and a good song. 🎶🦄

Chappell Roan, what do you think?

Keep on dancing at the . Sing loud.