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Whether you're seeking advice or assistance for a blind or low vision student or planning a unit about a blindness-related topic, the Iowa Department for the Blind (IDB) has several tools that may help.
Assistance for a Blind or Low Vision Student
- Braille Literacy
- Student Resources from Our Library
- Valuable Tips for Classroom Teachers
- AT-School: Technology Training and Resources for Educators, Parents, and K-12 Students
- IESBVI Transition Services Referral Form
- Youth Transition Services
The Iowa Department for the Blind (IDB) is dedicated to providing meaningful and high quality vocational rehabilitation services to blind and low-vision transition-age youth across the state. For more information, contact Education & Training Director Helen Stevens at (515) 829-7411 or julie.aufdenkamp@blind.state.ia.us.
Blindness Related Curriculum - Information and Activities
- Who is Louis Braille?
- How to Read and Write Braille
- Ideas for Classroom Activities
- Accessible Instructional Materials
Learn First-hand About Us
Scheduling a Class Tour to IDB
We welcome the opportunity to teach you and your students about blindness and the services we provide to blind and low vision people.
Request a Speaker
Can't come to us? We'll come to you. Let us visit your classroom and give a presentation on whatever blindness specific topics you would like.
Contact Us
If you need information or have questions, feel free to use our Contact form.
