Posts by Ashley Glenn
Hindsight is 20/20: NBCF’s New Parent Support Group is Here to Help!
Discover a supportive community at NBCF’s Hindsight, our new parent support group starting Spring 2024. Join fellow parents navigating the unique experience of raising children with visual impairments. Learn, share, and find strength together. Here’s how to participate.
Read MoreDonor Spotlight: Thank You Troy Palmer Allstate Insurance!
After setting up their new business – Troy Palmer Allstate Insurance, they wasted no time finding ways in which they can support and ingrain themselves in the local community – and Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation found a new home in their hearts.
Read MoreSources for Accessible Books: Empowering Your Child’s Reading Journey
Reading opens doors to imagination, knowledge, and endless possibilities. For children with visual impairments, accessible books are essential tools to explore this wonderful world of words and stories. To support your child’s reading journey, we have compiled a list of valuable resources that provide different kinds of accessible books.
Read MoreInternational Literacy Day is for Everyone!
Fostering literacy stands as one of the most significant responsibilities of any educator. However, it holds exceptional importance for students who are visually impaired, as developing literary skills is a crucial milestone. That’s why on Friday, September 8th, we commemorated International Literacy Day by distributing free braille books to our preschoolers who are embarking on their journey to learn braille.
Read MoreAnother Fantastic Year Has Started at NBCF!
NBCF has kicked off the new school year with an inspiring blend of excitement, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to fostering growth among its students! We’ve witnessed substantial progress in our after-school program and preschool, both of which provide a vibrant learning environment that empowers students to thrive.
Read More3 Tactile Camp Activities Anyone Can Do!
When our campers aren’t out and about in the community, they’re at NBCF getting creative – and anyone can easily do some of these from home! The following three activities are not only tactile, but super simple for parents to follow. Bring the magic of summer home and share these with your child!
Read MoreFrom Pen to Performance: Sing Me a Story Turns NBCF Student’s Stories into Songs
Sing Me a Story is a non-profit organization that collaborates with musicians and songwriters to transform stories written by children into songs. Recently, NBCF students were lucky to enough to have their creativity showcased in a musical way.
Read MoreStudent Kaylynn Helps to Add New Question to Nevada’s Driver’s Test
Kaylynn, a student of NBCF, has helped add a new question to the state’s driver’s test that makes drivers aware of White-Cane Law and flagging.
Read MoreEpisode Three: Navigating the Road to College
Carly interviews a soon-to-be high school graduate, Kaylynn, who wants to share her advice on navigating the road to college as a student with a visual impairment.
Read MoreNBCF’s Girl Scouts Have a Cool Time at The Smith Center
NBCF’s Girl Scout troop was fortunate enough to to attend The Smith Center’s sensory inclusive performance for Disney’s Frozen, including a touch tour.
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Amy
My name is Amy and I’m a volunteer at Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation.
Read MoreEyeing the Experts: Celebrating World Optometry Day with a List of Outstanding Eye Care Professionals
To celebrate World Optometry Day, NBCF has listed some of the local eye care specialists in the Las Vegas and Henderson area who are committed to delivering top-quality eye care services.
Read MoreEpisode Two: Connect the Dots
For National Braille Literacy Month, Carly interviews Amari on his experience learning the tactile writing system and different kinds of Braille technology.
Read MoreMeet Children’s Learning Center’s Lead Preschool Teacher, Ms. Mae!
Children’s Learning Center would not be where it is today without our Lead Preschool Teacher, Mae Marquez. Ms. Mae has been with CLC since our opening in 2020 and has already seen countless students come through our program and gain tremendous growth. A student couldn’t ask for a more wonderful teacher. Everyday, Ms. Mae comes…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Cormick
My name is Cormick and I’m a volunteer at Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation.
Read MoreEpisode One: Thanksgiving
Carly Lamb interviews students, Jensen and Alexis on their experiences attending Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation’s annual Thanksgiving event.
Read MoreDonate to Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation This Giving Tuesday!
At Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation, there is no shortage in ways to make an impact this Giving Tuesday, November 29th!
Read MoreHow to Prepare Your Student for Preschool
Preschool is the first step of your student’s education journey. To get your student ready for preschool, Children’s Learning Center recommends the following!
Read MoreHow ‘Eye’ See It: My Journey Since 2017 – Carly Lamb
A lot has changed since 2017, and I was given the opportunity to share the growth I’ve achieved since then. So much has changed in my life since I wrote that article; looking back has been wild! You never really notice how far you’ve come until you turn around and see how long the road behind you is.
Read MoreMeet Children’s Learning Center’s Teacher of the Visually Impaired, Ms. Diane
Children’s Learning Center is committed to providing your student with the best services possible. For our Dots & Tots program and preschool, this means having the best teachers staffed. When it comes to teaching students who experience blindness or a visual impairment, Ms. Diane is the best candidate for the job. With an extensive background…
Read MoreNBCF Volunteer Spotlight: Ed
My name is Ed Pizio and I’m a volunteer at Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation.
Read MoreNBCF’s Adapted Haunted House was a SCREAM!
Imagine being a little kid again, going into your first haunted house. The feeling of anxiety building while you wait for your turn in line, the smell of heavy plastic from the costumes around you, the sound of people screaming from somewhere inside the building… Imagine what it would be like if you couldn’t experience…
Read MoreThe Ladybug Beat
A message from our new Executive Director and NBCF’s upcoming October events!
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