VIDBE-Q Volume 65 Issue 1
collaborator. Amy, thank you for all that you have done and all that you will
continue to do for the field of visual impairments and deafblindess.
The issue begins with an article on the Washington State School for
the Blind and its rich history. Then, you will read about the programs
available at Portland State University for the Visually Impaired Learner and
Orientation and Mobility. Next, you will learn how an interdisciplinary
partnership is working to create more accessible cities. This is followed by
an inspiring article on Camp Spark, that uses sports and physical activities
to support independence. Read on to learn how individuals in Oregon are
collaborating to improve services for students with CVI.
The remaining articles focus on topics and information to prepare you
for the upcoming convention in Portland, Oregon. Information is shared
about the Alice Cogswell and Anne Sullivan Macy Act. The next article
provides information about the upcoming Pre-Convention that will take
place on February 4, 2020. You won't want to miss out on this great
opportunity, so make sure to read more about it and sign up today. The
issue ends with an introduction to CEC's process for re-validating
knowledge and skills competency sets and a conceptual paper for re-
validating the teacher of the deafblind and intervener competencies.
Enjoy this issue on the Pacific NW. I hope to see you all in Portland!
