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Meet APH Scholar Missy Garber

APH is proud to recognize Missy Garber, nominated by Gregory Gerhart, Educational Consultant and Ex-Officio Trustee, as one of our...

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Connect the Dots

We are excited to announce our new family-based education series: Connect the Dots, powered by the PNC Foundation! Thanks to...

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Exploring the World of Adapted Physical Education: Enhancing Inclusivity for Blind and Low Vision Students- Adapting Traditional PE Activities

Traditional P.E. activities can be found in almost every gym class, so making them accessible is very important. Running, jumping,...

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Legacies of Influence: Honoring the Impactful Individuals in Our Lives

Championing and supporting those who make a real difference in people’s lives is a core part of what drives us...

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Mastering the Monarch

The braille metamorphosis has begun! More than 40 teachers from across the U.S. are gathering in Orlando, FL prior to...

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Learning About Goalball from a Paralympian

Played competitively in 112 countries, goalball is a team sport for athletes who are blind and low vision. We recently...

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Open the Door to New Learning

Reading is for everyone! Whether using low vision devices or the braille code to access literacy opportunities, the same process...