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Being Blind in Iowa Radio Broadcast

Iowa Public Radio

| Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Being Physically disabled in Iowa: Blind 11/28/2011 filed by Rob Dillard Today we return to our series “Being in Iowa,” produced by reporter Rob Dillard. Iowa Public Radio has been bringing you the stories of Iowans who make up various pockets of the state’s population. So far, we’ve examined aspects in the lives of Latinos, . . . read more

Iowa's Special Schools Radio Broadcast

Iowa Public Radio

Being Physically Disabled in Iowa: Special Schools 11/30/2011 filed by Rob Dillard There are two special schools for disabled students in the state – The Iowa Braille and Sight Saving School in Vinton and the Iowa School for the Deaf . . . read more

ICUB BULLETIN Fall 2011

Hello All, Though a bit belated, the Fall Bulletin is finally here. As always, I welcome your comments and suggestions. Our email list is slowly dwindling, so please let me know of others who may want to be added to the . . . read more

eCONNECT The Hadley School for the Blind

You've all heard of a cookie exchange, a recipe exchange and even the stock exchange. How about a braille exchange? Whether you’re new to braille, a veteran or just thinking about learning, you’re sure to come away with some new ideas . . . read more

Friends of the Iowa Braille School

The Memorial and Tribute Fund At the Iowa Braille School and throughout the Statewide System for Vision Services, we are taking steps every day to educate Iowa’s students who are blind or visually impaired as they prepare for . . . read more

Howe's Now Fall 2011

January 3, 2012

Happy Holidays to all! Attached please find a copy of the fall issue of Howe’s Now for your reading enjoyment. I am so impressed by the programs being offered around the country! May your new year be filled with . . . read more

The Mary Ingall's Era

1877 - 1889

Mary Amelia Ingalls was born in Pepin County, Wisconsin, on January 10, 1865. Her father was Charles Ingalls, a pioneer farmer, who later homesteaded near De Smet, Kingsbury County, South Dakota Territory. Mary had become totally blind . . . read more