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NOMC Digest, Vol 199, Issue 11
by Enrique.Mejia＠blind.state.ia.us 26 Sep '22

26 Sep '22

Welcome, and congratulations from Iowa! I do believe that we have some job openings at our agency here in Des Moines. So please feel free to visit https://blind.iowa.gov/administration/job-postings for information on current job postings. Best of luck Enrique Mejia, NOMC Technology Instructor Iowa Blindness Empowerment and Independence Center ? Iowa Department for the Blind 524 4th Street? Des Moines IA 50309 Email:?enrique.mejia at blind.state.ia.us Phone:?515-443-3038 Visit us: ?www.blind.iowa.gov ? "A proud partner in the American Job?Center network" ? This electronic communication (including?any attachments) is covered by the?Electronic Communication Privacy Act,?18 U.S.C. ???2510 - 2521, is confidential?and is intended solely for the use of the?individuals or entities to whom the email?is addressed. ?If you receive this email in?error, any review, use, dissemination,?distribution, copying, or storing of the?email or its attachments is prohibited.??Notify me immediately of the error by?return email, and delete this message?from your system. -----Original Message----- From: NOMC <nomc-bounces at lists.nbpcb.org> On Behalf Of nomc-request at lists.nbpcb.org Sent: Monday, September 26, 2022 12:19 PM To: nomc at lists.nbpcb.org Subject: NOMC Digest, Vol 199, Issue 11 Send NOMC mailing list submissions to nomc at lists.nbpcb.org To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://lists.nbpcb.org/listinfo.cgi/nomc-nbpcb.org or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to nomc-request at lists.nbpcb.org You can reach the person managing the list at nomc-owner at lists.nbpcb.org When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than "Re: Contents of NOMC digest..." Today's Topics: 1. Welcome to new NOMC (Edward Bell ) 2. Re: Welcome to new NOMC (Keller, Becky) 3. Re: Welcome to new NOMC (Joanne Gabias) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Mon, 26 Sep 2022 12:06:48 -0500 From: "Edward Bell " <ebell at pdrib.com> To: <nomc at lists.nbpcb.org> Subject: [Nomc] Welcome to new NOMC Message-ID: <00f501d8d1ca$5d3dcd80$17b96880$(a)pdrib.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Dear NOMC Community: Please join me in giving a welcome to our two newest NOMC. Elizabeth Delgado and Daniel Belding Both graduates of Louisiana Tech University Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC, Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness Louisiana Tech University 600 Mayfield Ave / 210 Woodard Hall PO Box 3158 Ruston LA 71272 Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> ebell at latech.edu <http://www.pdrib.com> www.pdrib.com ************* "I am somehow less interested in the weight and convolutions of Einstein's brain than in the near certainty that people of equal talent have lived and died in cotton fields and sweatshops." -- Stephen Jay Gould

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Fwd: Results now available from the GDB-AFB collaborative research study!
by widearc2000＠gmail.com 23 Sep '22

23 Sep '22

Good morning colleagues, I am one of the people who signed up for this study. As an OMM instructor and a king user, I fit into two of those categories on the table. I knew the date it would be in favor of the guy dog because guide dogs for the blind was one of the leading participants with AFV. However, I didn?t realize how skewed the participation was going to be. they had 29K dog users, 18 users and six orientation and mobility instructors. I assume some of us were in both team user and instructor categories. I would like to see more cane users. I?m not sure why they were not able to attract more. If that was the case, why didn?t they limit the number of dog users to keep things balanced? They already had everything else going for them. I have pasted the table below and below that is the email from Ariel with the links. It?s not a bad article but it?s a lot more scared than I thought it was going to be. Mostly because of the numbers. I expected the entire study to be a cheerleading chant for the gay dog but I was really hoping for more even numbers. My actual motivation for participating in the study had nothing to do with the results though. I wanted a chance to make my concerns known to GDB about blind orientation and mobility instructor is trying to fill out forms to send our clients to their school. They have always been one of the least accessible kind of schools and I wanted a chance to remind them that The Americans with disabilities act applies to them as well. Here is the forwarded message. Type of Participant Number GDB graduates 16 GDB staff 9 Staff from other GD schools 5 Diverse GD users across U.S. and Canada 29 Cane users 8 O&M instructors 6 LV using no mobility aid 2 Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: > From: Arielle Silverman <asilverman at afb.org> > Date: September 22, 2022 at 7:15:53 PM CDT > To: arielle71 at gmail.com > Subject: Results now available from the GDB-AFB collaborative research study! > > ?Hello all, > Thank you very much for participating in one of our focus groups last > year as part of our collaborative study with Guide Dogs for the Blind! > A report showcasing our main research findings is now available. You > can read the report here: > https://www.afb.org/research-and-initiatives/role-guide-dogs-joint-afb-gdb-… > Or read a press release about the main study findings here: > https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220922005306/en/Guide-Dogs-for-the… > > We deeply appreciate your willingness to share your lived experience > with us, and we believe your contributions will make a real difference > in the lives of blind and low-vision individuals. > > Best regards, > Arielle Silverman, Ph.D. > Director of Research > American Foundation for the Blind > Phone: 202-469-6832 > Email: asilverman at afb.org

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Survey on Perceptions on Blind Cane Travel Instructors
by Deja.Powell＠dsb.wa.gov 14 Sep '22

14 Sep '22

Hello NOMC?s: I recently came across a survey that I found to be very interesting. The survey is asking about current O&M instructor?s perspectives on blind cane travel teachers. I logged into the survey and was immediately asked if I was a COMS, which I replied ?NO? to, then I was asked if I teach cane travel in my current job position, which I said, ?YES?. This did take me to the survey to complete-which I did. I am deeply concerned about the wording of some of these questions and the consequences of the results for those of us who are blind instructors. I would encourage each of you to fill out the survey and provide feedback. I would also love to hear perspective on this research and how it could effect those of us who are blind, and in the field. Below is the email I received including the link to the survey. Please feel free to share and pass it along. Thanks, Deja Powell, MA, NOMC External Email Dear Robin, We are writing to request your assistance in completing the study ?Attitudes Towards Orientation and Mobility Instructors Who Are Blind.? Specifically, I am requesting that you forward the attached participation invitation to all current orientation and mobility instructors in your organization. The purpose of the study is to determine the attitude of currently certified orientation and mobility specialists (COMS) toward orientation and mobility (O&M) instructors who are blind because of the increase in recent of certified O&M specialists who are blind. Participants who accept my invitation will be asked to answer a 10-15 minute via this following link: https://educttu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_41MGHCwShUp5SeO<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Feducttu.a…> or the following QR code: [Qr code Description automatically generated] We appreciate the participants? time and effort for this research study. When they leave their names, phone numbers and emails at the end of the survey, they will have a chance to receive one of four $25 Amazon gift cards in a random drawing. One week after the data process is completed and the research team receive the recipient forms from the selected participants, four participants will receive the gift cards. If you have any questions about this research, please contact Dr. Nora Griffin-Shirley at n.griffin-shirley at ttu.edu<mailto:n.griffin-shirley at ttu.edu> or 806-835-0225, or The Nguyen at the.nguyen at ttu.edu<mailto:the.nguyen at ttu.edu> or 806-834-1750. We highly appreciate your time and support for sending the attached information sheet to your orientation and mobility instructors. Sincerely, Nora Griffin-Shirley Texas Tech University Box 40171 Lubbock, TX 79409-1071 Email: n.griffin-shirley at ttu.edu<mailto:n.griffin-shirley at ttu.edu> Phone number: (806) 8350225 Bradley Blair at bradley.m.blair at gmail.com<mailto:bradley.m.blair at gmail.com> Laura Bozeman at laura.bozeman at umb.edu<mailto:laura.bozeman at umb.edu> The Nguyen at the.nguyen at ttu.edu<mailto:the.nguyen at ttu.edu> Sent from Mail<https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=550986> for Windows

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FW: Young Adult Independent Living Skills Instructor Job Posting
by ebell＠pdrib.com 10 Sep '22

10 Sep '22

FYI, also in Des Moines From: Helen Stevens <Helen.Stevens at blind.state.ia.us> Sent: Saturday, September 10, 2022 10:05 AM To: Edward Bell <ebell at pdrib.com>; Dick Davis <ddavis at blindinc.org> Subject: Young Adult Independent Living Skills Instructor Job Posting Good morning, Could you please help share the below. Applications are being submitted directly to me, not through the state site. Thanks, Helen Iowa Department for the Blind JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Services Specialist for the Blind 2/Independent Living Skills Coordinator Young Adult Transition Program Location: Des Moines, Iowa Anticipated starting salary: $47,382.40 Post Close Date: September 20, 2022. Job Description: The Iowa Department for the Blind (IDB) is seeking an energetic and passionate instructor for its Young Adult Transition Program for blind youth. Ideal candidates will possess a belief in the capacity of blind persons, strong organization and time management skills, the ability to clearly communicate plans verbally and in writing, and the ability to connect with and motivate youth. IDB can provide training in the specific blindness skills areas listed if needed. Experience teaching blindness skills, writing or following IEPs, or teaching others to manage medications is preferred but not required. The Young Adult Transition Program is a school-year-based residential program for youth ages 17-21 who have finished high school, but who need additional instruction in order to participate in post-secondary learning and employment opportunities. The YATP team consists of three Vocational Rehabilitation Teachers who teach braille/technology, orientation and mobility, and career exploration classes. 4 Youth Services workers work with students on their personal care, cooking/cleaning, and social skills in the IDB dorms, during community activities, and during volunteer and paid work experiences. The Independent Living Skills coordinator will coordinate the independent living skills component of the program to ensure that students are progressing toward their Individualized Education Program and Vocational Rehabilitation goals. This will include direct teaching, as well as writing lesson plans for Youth Services Workers and collaborating with them on their instruction. During the summer, the YATP team, along with temporary employees hired for the summer, run IDB's summer program for youth ages 14-21. This position will initially work Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM for staff training. After training, work hours will typically consist of afternoon, evening, and weekend hours. The exact schedule will be set by the program administrator. Duties and responsibilities to include the following: Coordinate the independent living skills component of YATP and LEAP by writing lesson plans for Youth Services Workers and tracking student progress toward long-term IEP goals. Select specific goals for each student to focus on each month, and produce written monthly reports on student growth and concerns. Provide Workplace Readiness, Self Advocacy and Disability-Related skills training to blind youth in comprehensive residential training programs such as the Young Adult Transition Program and LEAP Program. Work with students on increasing their independent living skills in areas such as developing and managing their morning and evening routines, managing personal hygiene, maintaining clean and organized living spaces, completing laundry and other common household tasks, shopping for groceries and other needed items and planning and preparing their own meals. Support student learning through providing supplemental braille, technology, cane travel and money management instruction, in particular by working with students to utilize these skills in their daily lives outside the classroom. Facilitate students' development of age-appropriate social skills through recreational activities on and off campus. Assist students in traveling to and participating in activities in the community. Reinforce proper cane technique and other nonvisual skills during these activities. Serve as a role model for students in the use of non-visual techniques and problem-solving skills. Coordinate the medication management component of YATP, LEAP, and weekend retreat programming. Work with students to develop a system for organizing their medication and taking it appropriately. Work with students on learning to communicate with their medical providers and refill medications as needed. Manage the supplies needed for YATP, LEAP, and weekend retreat programming. Track the supplies in inventory and facilitate the purchase of new supplies as needed. Plan group activities; Connect individual students with community groups and activities that align with their interests; create opportunities to develop students' social skills and self-confidence. Promote a positive philosophy of blindness through involvement in trainings and community outreach events for parents, educators and other service providers as directed. Other duties as assigned. Essential functions of this position: Demonstrate and Promote a positive philosophy of blindness Actively participate in program activities Communicate regularly with program leaders regarding student needs and concerns Document student progress through regular written reports Actively monitor student behavior and living areas Clearly document incidents related to students' health and safety Travel using the long white cane under sleepshades in order to provide appropriate guidance and instruction to students when traveling Teach organization skills and appropriate behaviors It is the policy of the Department for the Blind to conduct background checks on all finalist candidates prior to any offer of employment. To apply, applicants must submit both a resume and cover letter to Helen Mejia, Iowa Department for the Blind Education and Training Director, at <mailto:helen.stevens at blind.state.ia.us> helen.stevens at blind.state.ia.us. Only applications containing both a cover letter and resume will be considered. For further information, contact Helen Mejia, 515-829-7411 or <mailto:helen.stevens at blind.state.ia.us> helen.stevens at blind.state.ia.us

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FW: Vocational Rehabilitation Teacher Job Posting
by ebell＠pdrib.com 10 Sep '22

10 Sep '22

FYI, Job in Des Moines Subject: Vocational Rehabilitation Teacher Job Posting Good morning, Could you please help share the below. Applications are being submitted directly to me, not through the state site. Thanks, Helen Iowa Department for the Blind JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Vocational Rehabilitation Teacher Location: Des Moines, Iowa Salary Minimum: $51,854.40 Post Close Date: September 20, 2022 Job Description: The Iowa Department for the Blind (IDB) is seeking energetic and passionate teachers for a position that will promote IDB's mission, vision and values through teaching blindness skills to teens and adults across Iowa. As a member of a team of eight teachers, this position will be based in Des Moines and travel to serve roughly twenty-five clients in a section of the state. This position will also get to plan and lead group training events for youth and adults in collaboration with other teachers. Ideal candidates will possess a strong teaching ability, solid organization and time management skills, and a belief in the capacity of blind persons. IDB can provide training in the specific blindness skills areas listed if needed. Duties and responsibilities to include the following: Teach blindness skills, including but not limited to braille, cane travel, home and personal management, and access technology, to vocational rehabilitation clients, individually and in groups. Provide regular written reports documenting training, and communicate regularly with vocational rehabilitation counselors regarding client progress and concerns. Evaluate the skill level and training needs of vocational rehabilitation clients. Provide reports documenting strengths, weaknesses and training recommendations to clients, counselors and IEP teams as appropriate. Assist in developing and implementing group trainings for vocational rehabilitation clients to maximize client learning and engagement and most effectively utilize staff time. Assist in developing assessments and training curricula for use with clients. Assist in developing and provide training to service providers including paraprofessionals, in working with blind persons in a manner that supports skill development and fosters independence. Essential functions of this position: Produce clear written reports on client training sessions Read and write contracted braille Teach clients to utilize the contracted braille code proficiently; including the use of English grammar, spelling and sentence structure. Independently travel (using a long white cane under sleep shades) Teach clients to travel using a long white cane Experience teaching blindness skills preferred. It is the policy of the Department for the Blind to conduct background checks on all finalist candidates prior to any offer of employment. To apply, applicants must submit both a resume and cover letter to Helen Mejia, Iowa Department for the Blind Education and Training Director, at <mailto:helen.stevens at blind.state.ia.us> helen.stevens at blind.state.ia.us. Only applications containing both a cover letter and resume will be considered. For further information, contact Helen Mejia, 515-829-7411 or <mailto:helen.stevens at blind.state.ia.us> helen.stevens at blind.state.ia.us

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Fwd: Mobility Monday is Back!!
by becky.keller＠dbvi.virginia.gov 02 Sep '22

02 Sep '22

Morning and Happy Friday! FYI! Hope you can join and help support our own Kristen Sims and Jimmy Morris as they highlight Structured Discovery! Take care and have a wonderful Labor Day weekend. -BK September 12, 2022 View this email in your browser <https://mailchi.mp/5e23c9293d30/mobility-monday-8673792?e=7e79617100> [image: Orientation and Mobility Specialist Association Logo] Hey O&Mers!! After a brief summer hiatus, OMSA is excited to announce that Mobility Monday is back!! Our fall kick off is Monday, September 12th (3PM and 7 PM eastern time), featuring our own Jimmy Morris and Kristen Sims, who will facilitate a discussion on Structured Discovery. Join us as we discuss what Structured Discovery Cane Travel? is and what it isn?t. The presentation will include benefits of using SDCT? Methods, and principles to increase client/student confidence and independence. *Jimmy Morris* is currently working as an Orientation and Mobility Instructor for the Virginia Rehabilitation Center for the Blind and Vision Impaired since 2017. He received his master?s in Counseling with a concentration in Orientation and Mobility from Louisiana Tech University in 2017. After obtaining his National Orientation and Mobility Certification (NOMC), he began his second career as an Orientation and Mobility instructor at the Virginia Rehabilitation Center for the Blind and Vision Impaired. Prior to his teaching career, he was a financial manager for over twenty years. Mr. Morris made his way into the rehabilitation field through his own personal journey with accepting his own blindness, as well as understanding the empowerment provided by the long white cane. He is currently a member of the Orientation and Mobility Specialist Organization, and enjoys being outdoors, and grilling for family and friends. *Kristen Sims* works as the Structured Discovery Training Coordinator for the Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness at Louisiana Tech University. There, she teaches future orientation and mobility instructors the fundamentals of SDTC. Kristen also works outreach as both an O&M Instructor and Teacher of Blind Students for school districts across North Louisiana. After graduating with a master?s degree in education with a certification in O&M, Kristen taught in a public school system for 14+ years as a braille teacher and O&M instructor for children birth to 21. In her free time, Kristen is a soccer/dance mom for her two children and enjoys giving back to her community through volunteer work. OMSA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. 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NOMC Digest, Vol 198, Issue 1
by wayne.marshall＠comcast.net 30 Aug '22

30 Aug '22

Wayne F. Marshall > On Aug 24, 2022, at 8:34 PM, nomc-request at lists.nbpcb.org wrote: > > ?Send NOMC mailing list submissions to > nomc at lists.nbpcb.org > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > http://lists.nbpcb.org/listinfo.cgi/nomc-nbpcb.org > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > nomc-request at lists.nbpcb.org > > You can reach the person managing the list at > nomc-owner at lists.nbpcb.org > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of NOMC digest..." > > > Today's Topics: > > 1. test (Edward Bell ) > 2. Re: test (Merry-Noel) > 3. Re: test (Braille) > 4. Re: test (Joni Martinez) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2022 16:45:07 -0500 > From: "Edward Bell " <ebell at pdrib.com> > To: <nomc at lists.nbpcb.org> > Subject: [Nomc] test > Message-ID: <026e01d8b802$c722c660$55685320$(a)pdrib.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" > > Hello, > > > > Not necessary that you respond. I have reason to believe the list went down > due to maintenance so am just checking. If one or two of you would respond > that would be great > > > > Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC, Director, > > Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness > > Louisiana Tech University > > 600 Mayfield Ave / 210 Woodard Hall > > PO Box 3158 > > Ruston LA 71272 > > Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 > > <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> ebell at latech.edu <http://www.pdrib.com> > www.pdrib.com > > ************* > > "I am somehow less interested in the weight and convolutions of Einstein's > brain than in the near certainty that people of equal talent have lived and > died in cotton fields and sweatshops." > > -- Stephen Jay Gould > > > >

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FW: Orientation & Mobility Student Hiring
by ebell＠pdrib.com 29 Aug '22

29 Aug '22

*** Job Announcement *** I am forwarding, not endorsing *** Orientation & Mobility Specialist (O&M) Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind (CLB) is seeking an Orientation & Mobility Specialist to provide individualized training to our clients who are blind or visually impaired. The O&M instructor will teach clients to travel safely and independently. Since 1900, CLB's mission has been promoting independence for people who are blind or visually impaired. We provide a comprehensive range of programs and services for the nearly 180,000 people in Maryland, DC and Virginia who are blind or visually impaired. We are seeking an experience rehabilitation professional who shares our passion for providing services to our clients. Education/Experience Requirements: 1. A degree in Orientation & Mobility or completion of certificate program through an accredited university which meets the ACVREP 13 core domain areas. 2. COMS Certification through ACVREP. 3. NOMC (National Orientation and Mobility Certification) certification is accepted. 4. Dual certification O&M and VRT or O&M and TVI preferred. 5. 1-3 years of experience in the field of blindness. Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: 1. Must be familiar with the blindness community and professional resources, as well as standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the vision rehabilitation field. 2. Excellent report writing and computer skills required. 3. Working experience with databases. All case notes and reports are entered in our internal database system. 4. Excellent interpersonal skills with good judgment, attention to detail, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines, and ability to handle confidential material. 5. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks. 6. Knowledge of second language helpful but not required. Please send resume with cover letter and salary requirement to resumes at clb.org <mailto:resumes at clb.org> . CLB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC, Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness Louisiana Tech University 600 Mayfield Ave / 210 Woodard Hall PO Box 3158 Ruston LA 71272 Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> ebell at latech.edu <http://www.pdrib.com> www.pdrib.com ************* "I am somehow less interested in the weight and convolutions of Einstein's brain than in the near certainty that people of equal talent have lived and died in cotton fields and sweatshops." -- Stephen Jay Gould From: Jauan Knight <jauan.knight at cessnasearch.com> Sent: Monday, August 29, 2022 10:58 AM To: Edward Bell <ebell at pdrib.com> Subject: Re: Orientation & Mobility Student Hiring Absolutely, please see attached. Thanks!

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OMSA Blog
by ebell＠pdrib.com 29 Aug '22

29 Aug '22

Dear NOMC As you may know, the Orientation and Mobility Specialists Association, OMSA was created to be a membership organization for all mobility instructors, including NOMC. Here is a link to a new blog that has been created for new professionals. ****** As you are aware, we are creating a blog called New Professionals in Mobility designed to allow new professionals in the fields of Orientation and Mobility to discuss ideas and offer and receive support from other new professionals. http://newprofessionalsinmobility.blog/ We are sharing this information with you in the hope that you will post to the site so that we can continue to work out the kinks before announcing the blog to the profession. We also welcome any feedback from you about your experience using the site. Eventually, we would like to ask you to share the attached letter with your current students and those that have graduated between 2017 and now. When that time comes (probably at the beginning of the fall session or semester) we hope that you will help us by announcing this blog to your graduates and current students. We hope this new group will assist in creating a community focused on bettering our field so that we can continue to improve our services to people who are blind or visually impaired. If you have any questions, please feel free to email us with questions or responses. Thank you for your time. Meredith Bryde, COMS, GDMI- Meredith.Bryde at LeaderDog.Org <mailto:Meredith.Bryde at LeaderDog.Org> Lukas Franck, COMS,GDMI- lfranck at seeingeye.org <mailto:lfranck at seeingeye.org> Hailey McManus, COMS - hmcmanus1994 at gmail.com <mailto:hmcmanus1994 at gmail.com> Lukas Franck Senior Consultant for Special Projects The Seeing Eye P.O. Box 375, Morristown, NJ 07963-0375 (mail) 1 Seeing Eye Way, Morristown, NJ 07960-3378 (deliveries) 973-539-4425 ext.1755 | lfranck at seeingeye.org <mailto:lfranck at seeingeye.org> | <http://www.SeeingEye.org> www.SeeingEye.org _____ Your support helps us create extraordinary teams. <http://www.seeingeye.org/donate> Please help The Seeing Eye by making a donation today Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC, Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness Louisiana Tech University 600 Mayfield Ave / 210 Woodard Hall PO Box 3158 Ruston LA 71272 Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> ebell at latech.edu <http://www.pdrib.com> www.pdrib.com ************* "I am somehow less interested in the weight and convolutions of Einstein's brain than in the near certainty that people of equal talent have lived and died in cotton fields and sweatshops." -- Stephen Jay Gould

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NOMC Digest, Vol 198, Issue 1
by Enrique.Mejia＠blind.state.ia.us 25 Aug '22

25 Aug '22

Good morning Dr. Bell I got the list email Enrique Mejia, NOMC Technology Instructor Iowa Blindness Empowerment and Independence Center ? Iowa Department for the Blind 524 4th Street? Des Moines IA 50309 Email:?enrique.mejia at blind.state.ia.us Phone:?515-443-3038 Visit us: ?www.blind.iowa.gov ? "A proud partner in the American Job?Center network" ? This electronic communication (including?any attachments) is covered by the?Electronic Communication Privacy Act,?18 U.S.C. ???2510 - 2521, is confidential?and is intended solely for the use of the?individuals or entities to whom the email?is addressed. ?If you receive this email in?error, any review, use, dissemination,?distribution, copying, or storing of the?email or its attachments is prohibited.??Notify me immediately of the error by?return email, and delete this message?from your system. -----Original Message----- From: NOMC <nomc-bounces at lists.nbpcb.org> On Behalf Of nomc-request at lists.nbpcb.org Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2022 19:34 To: nomc at lists.nbpcb.org Subject: NOMC Digest, Vol 198, Issue 1 Send NOMC mailing list submissions to nomc at lists.nbpcb.org To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://lists.nbpcb.org/listinfo.cgi/nomc-nbpcb.org or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to nomc-request at lists.nbpcb.org You can reach the person managing the list at nomc-owner at lists.nbpcb.org When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than "Re: Contents of NOMC digest..." Today's Topics: 1. test (Edward Bell ) 2. Re: test (Merry-Noel) 3. Re: test (Braille) 4. Re: test (Joni Martinez) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2022 16:45:07 -0500 From: "Edward Bell " <ebell at pdrib.com> To: <nomc at lists.nbpcb.org> Subject: [Nomc] test Message-ID: <026e01d8b802$c722c660$55685320$(a)pdrib.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Hello, Not necessary that you respond. I have reason to believe the list went down due to maintenance so am just checking. If one or two of you would respond that would be great Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC, Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness Louisiana Tech University 600 Mayfield Ave / 210 Woodard Hall PO Box 3158 Ruston LA 71272 Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> ebell at latech.edu <http://www.pdrib.com> www.pdrib.com ************* "I am somehow less interested in the weight and convolutions of Einstein's brain than in the near certainty that people of equal talent have lived and died in cotton fields and sweatshops." -- Stephen Jay Gould

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