VIDBE-Q Volume 68 Issue 1
Suzanne conducts regional, statewide and national trainings regarding best
practices in early intervention, assessments, literacy for children with complex
learning/medical needs, Deaf-Blindness and orientation and mobility strategies for
individuals with dual sensory loss and/or physical limitations.
Suzanne has been instrumental in providing high quality and evidenced-
based Technical Assistance across the state of TN. Suzanne demonstrates an
extraordinary commitment to her work in the fields of visual impairment and deaf-
blindness. Through her role she has designed innovative ideas and strategies to
support the unique learning needs of children with dual sensory loss. She has
developed a variety of active learning spaces for children with limited mobility and
communication that are now being utilized by families, teachers and providers
across the state. These supports and strategies have significantly promoted the
quality of life for individuals with deaf-blindness along with the families and
professionals that work with them.
In addition to Suzanne's work through the Tennessee Deafblind Project, she
has annually contributed her time to statewide professional development. She has
provided two-hour workshops specifically around assessment and/or instructional
strategies for students with CVI and/or complex disabilities. Her sessions are
routinely among the highest attended sessions.
Congratulations, Suzanne, DVIDB's Exemplary Advocate Award Winner!
