May 2026 - NOMC - lists.nbpcb.org

Volunteer Needed: Promote Structured Discovery and Inspire Future Professionals
by jimorris0116＠gmail.com 31 May '26

31 May '26

Hi All, Convention will be here before we know it, and the TCSD Recruitment Committee is requesting your support in helping the NBPCB recruit the next generation of Structured Discovery teachers and professionals. We are seeking NBPCB-certified individuals to volunteer for one or more one-hour shifts staffing NBPCB's first-ever exhibit hall table. Volunteers will help greet attendees, answer questions about NBPCB certifications, enter visitors into a raffle, and distribute flyers and swag. Each shift will have two volunteers assigned. All volunteers can earn Continuing Education Credit for their NBPCB certification. You will earn 1 Point per hour. You can sign up for available time slots using the link below. NBPCB Exhibit Hall sign up <https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0544A5A92EA2FA7-64130233-nbpcb> If the shift you were hoping for is already filled, please feel free to contact Carley to be added as a backup volunteer in case an opening becomes available. This is an exciting opportunity to promote Structured Discovery training and connect with future professionals in the field. We deeply appreciate your willingness to support this important outreach and recruitment effort. If you have any questions, please contact Carley at carleymullin(a)gmail.com <mailto:carleymullin@gmail.com> . Best, The TCSD Recruitment Sub-Committee Warm Regards, Jimmy Morris MA, NOMCT

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Cane Walk 2026
by Michell Gip 18 May '26

18 May '26

Hello NOMCs, If you are planning to be at National Convention in Austin, TX; please consider helping with the Cane Walk. What is the Cane Walk? The Cane Walk is put on by the National Organization Parents of Blind Children (NOPBC). It is an opportunity for parents or family members of blind children to learn about cane travel. They will receive a teaching cane, learning shades, and a lesson with a NOMC. The Cane Walk will be during the morning of July 4, 2026. Please email me at michellgip(a)gmail.com <mailto:michellgip@gmail.com> if you are interested in participating or have questions. Look forward to hearing from you soon! Kind Regards, Michell Gip

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Volunteers Needed: NBPCB Exhibit Hall Table
by jimorris0116＠gmail.com 15 May '26

15 May '26

Hi All, Convention will be here before we know it, and the TCSD Recruitment Committee is requesting your support in helping the NBPCB recruit the next generation of Structured Discovery teachers and professionals. We are seeking NBPCB-certified individuals to volunteer for one or more one-hour shifts staffing NBPCB's first-ever exhibit hall table. Volunteers will help greet attendees, answer questions about NBPCB certifications, enter visitors into a raffle, and distribute flyers and swag. Each shift will have two volunteers assigned. You can sign up for available time slots using the link below. NBPCB Exhibit Hall sign up <https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0544A5A92EA2FA7-64130233-nbpcb> If a shift you were hoping for is already filled, please feel free to contact Carley to be added as a backup volunteer in case an opening becomes available. This is an exciting opportunity to promote Structured Discovery training and connect with future professionals in the field. We truly appreciate your willingness to support this important outreach and recruitment effort. If you have any questions, please contact Carley at carleymullin(a)gmail.com <mailto:carleymullin@gmail.com> . Best, The TCSD Recruitment Sub-Committee Warm Regards, Jimmy Morris MA, NOMCT

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FW: Please share with all of NBPCB
by admin＠nbpcb.org 14 May '26

14 May '26

We have been asked to share this career opportunity. From: Casey Lynn Robertson <CASEYR(a)latech.edu> Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2026 2:42 PM To: admin(a)nbpcb.org Subject: Please share with all of NBPCB https://ulsltu.wd503.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/LATECHCareers/details/Director- Professional-Development---Research-Institute-on-Blindness_R-1815

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Register Now for the 2026 NBPCB Rehabilitation and Orientation & Mobility Conference
by martinez.joni＠gmail.com 08 May '26

08 May '26

Registration is now open! National Blindness Professionals Certification Board Presents: 25 Years of Excellence and Empowerment for the Blind From Strong Roots to Expanding Horizons Annual Rehabilitation and Orientation & Mobility Conference JW Marriott Austin 110 E. 2nd St. Austin, TX 78701 800-627-7468 Friday, July 3, 2026 8:30 am - 7:30 pm CDT Featuring our keynote Speaker, Jeff Altman Join us for a landmark event dedicated to the Structured Discovery methodology and the future of education for the blind. This year is particularly special as we celebrate 25 years of the NBPCB, reflecting on our evolution and the road ahead. A Few Conference Highlights: . A look back at 25 years of NBPCB excellence. . Insights on incorporating Artificial Intelligence into blindness skills training. . Best practices for applying Structured Discovery with students who have multiple disabilities. . Resources for incorporation of Braille throughout training. . Strategies for building effective communication with ESL and Deafblind students. . Meaningful connection with fellow Structured Discovery and Rehabilitation professionals. Continuing Education: Continuing Education Units (CEU's) will be offered for NBPCB and ACVREP certification holders. Event Schedule: . 7:30 AM: In-person Registration . 8:30 AM: Conference Opening & General Session . 12:00 PM: Lunch Break, including dedicated spaces for Lunch & Learn opportunities . 2:00 PM: Specialized Breakout Sessions . 5:00 PM: Mix & Mingle Reception for Rehabilitation Professionals Registration: Online Registration - $100 In-person Registration on Conference Day - $115 Online registration closes on June 25, 2026. Registration covers all portions of the conference including general session, breakout sessions, and entry into the NBPCB reception. Lunch will not be provided. Register here: <https://nbpcb.org/members/login.php?r=/members/er.php?eid=619> https://nbpcb.org/members/login.php?r=/members/er.php?eid=619 For inquiries regarding group registration, please e-mail <mailto:admin@nbpcb.org> admin(a)nbpcb.org For More Information: Visit the National Blindness Professionals Certification Board website to learn more about a career in changing lives: <http://www.nbpcb.org> http://www.nbpcb.org Questions?: Reach out to our Conference Committee members; Joni Martinez (Martinez.joni(a)gmail.com) Dezman Jackson (jackson.dezman(a)gmail.com) or Jordan Moon (jmoon(a)saavi.us) Sponsors: National Blindness Professional Certification Board (NBPCB) and the Professional Development & Research Institute on Blindness (PDRIB, Louisiana Tech University.

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TCSD Training
by jimorris0116＠gmail.com 03 May '26

03 May '26

**Last day to register May 5th! **** Structured Discovery Professionals Training As part of our ongoing commitment to professional development, the Trainers Committee for Structured Discovery (TCSD) Education Subcommittee is pleased to invite you to an upcoming 2-part presentation hosted by our Louisiana Tech graduate students on the history and evolution of Orientation and Mobility (O&M) and the development of key terminology within Structured Discovery. This session is designed for anyone interested in deepening their historical grounding, sharpening shared language, and supporting the next generation of instructors. During this presentation, our graduate students will explore: * A concise historical overview of O&M, including major shifts in philosophy and practice. * The emergence and growth of Structured Discovery, with attention to its roots, influences, and defining features. * Core terminology used in Structured Discovery, why it matters, and how consistent language strengthens instruction and advocacy. * Reflections from new practitioners-in-training on learning, applying, and communicating these concepts. This presentation is part of their graduate preparation and offers a valuable opportunity for community dialogue, shared learning, and professional connection among Structured Discovery practitioners. Date: Part 1: Thursday May 7th, 2026 Part 2: Tuesday May 12th,2026 Time: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Eastern Presenter: Louisiana Tech graduate students Please click the link below to register for the event 5th, 2026: https://nbpcb.org/guestreg Registration is required to attend this meeting and to receive CEUs. The Zoom link will be distributed after registration is completed. Registration Deadline: May 5th, 2026 We hope you can join us for this important, informative, and confidence-building training! Warm Regards, Jimmy Morris MA, NOMCT

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