Don’t let low vision hold you back from achieving your dreams.

life after high school Transition Conference

June 17-21, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM CT | Zoom

Are you a high school graduate or soon-to-be graduate with low vision who’s feeling uncertain about transitioning to a university or trade school, joining the workforce, or moving out on your own?

This Transition Conference, hosted by Spectrios Institute for Low Vision, was designed for you!

Our virtual conference will help you improve opportunities and discover resources for individuals with low vision after high school. More than that you’ll build a support community and strengthen your independence as you transition into this next phase of your life.

This FREE conference will be held from June 17-21, 2024, via Zoom.

You are more than your vision loss. At Spectrios, we believe that you can achieve all your dreams, and we are here to help make your transition after high school one of ease.

DESCRIPTION

Spectrios Life After High School Transition Conference is specifically designed for low vision students who will graduate in the next year. The conference will cover a wide range of topics. By joining, you will:

• Learn how to access low vision services and support after high school
• Discover how to navigate college or the workforce with low vision
• Gain valuable insights into emotional and social issues
• Become confident in your self-advocacy skills

Our expert speakers will be on hand to answer your most pressing questions, and you’ll have the opportunity to participate in engaging activities, meet others in the low vision community, and gain basic cooking skills from a low vision chef.

DETAILS

Date and Time: Monday, June 17 – Friday, June 21, 2024 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM CT
Location: This Virtual Conference will be held online via Zoom
Cost: FREE! This programming has been funded by a generous grant from the Reinsdorf Family, in memory of “Grandma Martyl” Reinsdorf.

ABOUT THE HOST

Spectrios Institute for Low Vision, formerly Deicke Center for Visual Rehabilitation, is a unique organization providing a comprehensive visual rehabilitation program that includes low vision evaluation, counseling, and instruction of daily living skills and technology use.

We empower children and adults with vision loss, regardless of income, to optimize their visual capabilities and independence using prescriptive tools, technology, rehabilitative training, and inspiration. We strive to educate every person with vision loss.

HOW TO REGISTER

The 2025 conference is in planning stages. If you are interested in participating or otherwise being involved in the 2025 conference please contact our Children’s Programs Coordinator.