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Closing Out the Final Block of LEAP

The final block of LEAP was filled with engaging and memorable activities, providing students with the opportunity to apply their skills in new ways.

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August 18, 2025
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A Power-Packed Summer of Reading

The 2025 Summer Reading Program delivered an engaging and enriching experience for 37 participants across eight exciting weeks.

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August 4, 2025
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Youth
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Children's Eye Health & Safety Month

We are here to work with parents, teachers, and doctors to provide a variety of youth services - helping to ensure your child's future.

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August 4, 2025
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Block 3 Recap - Leadership Education Advocacy Program

During this block, LEAP students participated in enriching and memorable experiences that support their personal growth, creativity, and career readiness.

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July 29, 2025
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July 26, 2025, Marks the 35th Anniversary of the ADA

The Americans with Disabilities Act remains one of the most comprehensive pieces of disability non-discrimination law in the world.

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July 25, 2025
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Meet Our Director: Stacy Cervenka

I want to begin by expressing how honored and excited I am to step into the role of Director of the Iowa Department for the Blind.

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July 9, 2025
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Youth
Programs
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Block 2 Recap - Leadership Education Advocacy Program

Block 2 of LEAP provided students with a wide range of engaging experiences, from working on-site with blind entrepreneurs to indoor go-karting.

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July 9, 2025
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Youth
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Block 1 Recap: Leadership Education Advocacy Program

LEAP launched with an engaging Empowerment and Self-Advocacy Workshop held on the Drake University campus.

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June 23, 2025
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Celebrate National DeafBlind Awareness Week: June 22–28

Celebrate National DeafBlind Awareness Week: June 22–28, 2025.

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June 17, 2025
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June Super CBT – Highlights from a Productive Week

From Monday, June 3 to Saturday, June 7, our Rehabilitation Teachers held a successful Super Community-Based Training (CBT) in Des Moines, IA.

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June 13, 2025
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Youth
Services
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Thrive Thursdays - NEW Youth Opportunity

Join us for a day of impactful programming in a fun and dynamic setting! Thrive Thursdays are open to all Pre-ETS students ages 14-21.

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June 5, 2025
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Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2025

Access for All: Celebrating GAAD and the Importance of Digital Accessibility.

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May 14, 2025
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Gov. Reynolds appoints Stacy Cervenka to lead the Iowa Department for the Blind

Today, Governor Kim Reynolds announced she has appointed Stacy Cervenka as Director of the Iowa Department for the Blind.

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May 8, 2025
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Participants Wanted: ISU Research Study On Voting Machines

The study will take place on Monday, May 12, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.

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May 6, 2025
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Navy blue graphic with a paper ballot going into a green box labeled "vote"
BEP
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National Small Business Week 2025

Celebrating Blind Entrepreneurs in Iowa’s Business Enterprise Program

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May 4, 2025
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