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Perkins hosts hearing on state education funding

Perkins President Steven Rothstein testifies on the importance of funding special education during these trying economic times.  

The Lantern

At a Glance: Inside Perkins' Fall 2008 Lantern

Perkins' Fall 2008 Lantern is now available on our website. Check out the exciting stories in this issue and see the many ways Perkins is changing lives.

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Golf Tournament Fundraiser Benefits Perkins' Infant/Toddler Program

The 10th Annual Charity Golf Tournament sponsored by Porter Belly's Pub and Devlin's Bar and Restaurant raised money for Perkins' Infant/Toddler Program.

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Learn from the comfort of your home or classroom with Perkins' on-demand webcasts

Watch our newest webcast: "Early Literacy for Sudents with Multiple Disabilities or Deafblindness." Learn from our expert staff with our FREE on-demand webcasts.    

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Braillers to Baghdad

Perkins sends 20 Perkins Braillers and a 72-volume braille dictionary to a school for children who are blind in Baghdad. Watch CNN video of the delivery.

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Discover the Possibilities

Perkins held its second annual Discover Conference for Families of School Age Children who are Blind or Deafblind Ages 6-22 on October 18.  

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The NEW Next Generation™ Perkins Brailler

Designed to be quieter, lighter and more comfortable for brailling, the NEW Next Generation™ Perkins Brailler incorporates exciting new features you have been asking for. 

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Rowing for Perkins in the Head of the Charles

Aerial Gilbert, who is blind, competed in the Head of the Charles Regatta on October 18 and the money she raised will benefit sports at Perkins School for the Blind. 

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Celebrate International White Cane Safety Day

Join us in celebrating the independence of white canes for people who are blind and help us raise public awareness of the White Cane Law.

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Students Enjoy "Touch Tour" of Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey Circus

Perkins students experienced the circus - meeting clowns, trying on costumes, and touching a real live elephant. Watch video of the trip!