VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS

Regional planning is emphasized in the program for students with visual impairments to identify priority needs for increasing student achievement. Specialized equipment and materials are provided to districts to increase participation in the least restrictive environments. Through Quality Program services, districts can identify and respond to program issues of caseload, personnel, related services, and funding. Scheduled forums provide opportunities for staff development, networking, and awareness of trends in the field. Assistance in recruiting certified personnel is available.

Contact:
Michael Munro, Ph.D.
mmunro@esc6.net
936-435-8250

Resources

• Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP)
• American Foundation for the Blind (AFB)
• American Printing House Connect Center
• Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (AERBVI)
• Bookshare
• Learning Ally
• National Braille Association (NBA)
• Texas Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (TXAER)
• Texas Association for Parents of Children with Visual Impairments
• Texas Education Agency (TEA) Sensory Impairments
• Texas Health and Human Services - Blind and Visually Impaired services for youth
• Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (TSBVI)
• Texas SPED Support – Visual Impairment
• Texas Workforce Commission - Rehabilitation services
• The American Printing House for the Blind
• The Special Education Information Center (SPEDTex) works collaboratively with stakeholders to provide resources and facilitate collaboration that supports the development and delivery of services to children with disabilities in our State.